RESOURCE SHARING COMMITTEE

Connecting Maine’s Animal Welfare Network

The resources required to work in the animal welfare field are numerous – supplies, funds, training, and more. While there are many available to fulfill this life-saving work, often there are hurdles inhibiting utilization of them. These can include a lack of awareness, infrastructure, or collaboration. Through strategic coordination and dedicated outreach, we connect organizations across Maine to the tools, funding, and support they need to serve animals and their communities effectively.

Key Issues

The resources required to work in the animal welfare field are numerous – supplies, funds, training, etc. While there are many available to further this life-saving work, often there are hurdles inhibiting utilization of them. These can include a lack of awareness, infrastructure, or collaboration. With innovation and determination, we can increase access.

Our Focus

  • Collect data to identify available resources and needs so they can be effectively matched
  • Create infrastructure and improve communication among organizations to efficiently share resources and move animals within the state
  • Establish a storage hub to allow for the acceptance of large donations and distribution lines to pet food pantries

Maine Humane Pet Food Bank Distribution Survey

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Please list the average number of Pet-Owning Households who receive pet food or supplies
Please note that this is individual number of animals, not households
Please note that this is individual number of animals, not households