Hi all,
I want to make several points.
How many of you have regional pet store chains ? Those are the best places to ask returned items ( not just food but leashes, toys, open boxes) Also those regional chains are more willing to sponsor a food drive.
How many of you have fb/instagram/x page for the shelter? You can put out a plea for food. You can also link it to Amazon's wishlist. That way if you're small/rural. People from out of area can donate.
Also on your social media page ask for gift cards. That way the low income/homeless/seniors can go get bedding, leases, jackets, bowls. I saw one person use a measuring cup as a water bowl. He didn't have the money to go buy a regular bowl. Again you can partner with regional store where anyone mentions your group gets xx% off.
Last but not least, how many know teens that have to do a community service project? Eagle Scouts? Having them organize a community food drive.
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Janice Wheeler
Foster
TSGSR
CA
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Original Message:
Sent: 08-02-2021 02:43 PM
From: sandy ettinger
Subject: Surplus Pet Food - How to get Pet Food Distributor Partnerships?
A number of years ago I found a large quantity (enough to fill several pickup trucks) of high end moist dog food packets left over from a promotion. It was on its way to the dump but was given to me and then to an all volunteer rescue that pulled mostly from Central Valley shelters. Net net -- over the years I've contacted a number of Bay Area pet food distributors to establish relationships in which overstock, expired, surplus or otherwise unsalable food in large quantities would be made available for rescues and pet guardians in need. All they needed to do was make it available, I'd do the rest. Not one was interested. There's so much human food wasted, estimates are 30-40% and it's certain that a lot of pet food goes to waste as well. Am pretty sure there's a way to get donors a tax deduction too, this is good for everyone. I'd like to take another shot at this and would be grateful for any information, leads, referrals or suggestions on how to get it done --- large quantities only but mixed products would be fine. Best way to get in touch is an email to Sanett@aol.com. Thanks, Sandy
#CommunityPartnerships*
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sandy ettinger
n.a.
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