Q: What is the Rescuer’s Food Bank?
A: Building on a successful holiday program established nearly a decade ago, the League now hosts a permanent community pet food and toy bank. Its aim is to help families hold on to and care for their animal companions, even under the current economic challenges. The Rescuer’s Food Bank is supported entirely through private donations.

Q: How can I support the Rescuer’s Food Bank?
A: Donation of dry or wet dog or cat food can be brought to the League at any time when the shelter is open. Dry food should be in unopened bags; wet food should be in relatively undamaged aluminum cans.   The program also collects and distributes toys and basic supplies like cat litter, beds, dog leashes, etc.

Q: Do you accept cash donations to the food bank?
A: Yes, you can support the food bank with a monetary donation, which you can make on our online donation page or through the mail (Rescuer’s Food Bank, The Washington Animal Rescue League, 71 Oglethorpe Street, NW, Washington, DC  20011).

Q: Can the League pick up donations?
A: The League may be able to pick up large-scale donations if arrangements are made ahead of time.  To look in to this possibility, please call 202-726-2556, ext. 342.

Q: Who is eligible to receive food from the Food Bank?
A: Any current, low-income Medical Center client is automatically eligible to receive food and supplies from the Rescuer’s Food Bank.  Others may also be eligible if they live in the District of Columbia and meet our income guidelines.  To see if they are eligible, interested people may call the League’s Medical Center at 202-726-2273.

Q: What if I have more questions about the Food Bank?
A: Contact the Medical Center at 202-726-2556, ext. 342..