At A4A, we believe no family should have to say goodbye to a beloved pet because of financial hardship. We're 100% volunteer-powered and provide free pet food, spay/neuter assistance, and more.
From free pet food to adoption, we offer a range of programs to support pets and the families who love them in Jefferson County.
Free pet food for families facing financial hardship. We distribute on the 3rd Saturday of each month, 10am–12pm, at 1230 Commercial Blvd, Herculaneum.
Learn how to get help →Our low-cost pet supplies store is open every Wednesday & Saturday, 10am–2pm. Affordable supplies — every purchase supports our mission.
Visit the store →We help families access affordable spay and neuter services, including a partnership with Carol House Quick Fix Pet Clinic for qualifying animals.
Learn more →We specialize in rescuing pregnant and nursing moms and their puppies. Every animal we place is fully vetted, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.
Meet available dogs →Our Trap-Neuter-Release program humanely controls community cat populations, reducing suffering while letting cats live out their lives safely.
Learn about TNR →A4A runs entirely on volunteers. Whether you can help at distribution days, foster animals, or assist with transport — we need you!
Get involved →Monthly pet food distribution takes place on the 3rd Saturday of each month, 10am–12pm only, at 1230 Commercial Blvd, Herculaneum, MO 63048. Dates are subject to change — verify each month.
⚠️ Dates are subject to change. Please verify before visiting. Email info@a4apetpantry.org to confirm.
A4A is 100% volunteer-operated and funded by generous donors like you. Every contribution — whether money, supplies, or time — goes directly to helping pets and families in Jefferson County.
Financial donations help us purchase food, cover veterinary costs, and keep our programs running. Fully tax-deductible as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Donate via PayPalShop our Amazon wish list and have pet food and supplies shipped directly to us. Every item makes a direct difference for a pet in need.
View Amazon Wish ListSupport us through Chewy's wish list program. Order pet food and supplies at great prices — shipped straight to our pantry.
View Chewy Wish ListAdvocates 4 Animals Pet Pantry (A4A) is a 100% volunteer-operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Jefferson County, Missouri. Our mission is simple: no family should have to surrender a beloved pet because of financial hardship.
We provide free pet food assistance to qualifying families on a monthly basis, and operate a low-cost pet supplies store open Wednesday and Saturday, 10am–2pm.
Beyond food, we actively support spay and neuter efforts — both for owned pets and community cats through our TNR (Trap-Neuter-Release) program. Keeping animal populations healthy and controlled is essential to long-term community welfare.
We specialize in rescuing pregnant and nursing mama dogs and their puppies — animals that often fall through the cracks of overcrowded shelters. Every dog we adopt out is fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and microchipped before going to their forever home.
We serve families throughout Jefferson County, MO including Herculaneum, Festus, De Soto, Hillsboro, Arnold, Imperial, and surrounding communities. If your family is struggling and needs help keeping your pet, please reach out — we're here for you.
🐾 Get Help TodayTo receive pet food assistance from A4A Pet Pantry, please bring the following to distribution day at 1230 Commercial Blvd, Herculaneum, MO.
Questions about eligibility? Email us or visit us during store hours (Wed & Sat, 10am–2pm).
1230 Commercial Blvd
Herculaneum, MO 63048
Hours:
Wednesday & Saturday
10am – 2pm
P.O. Box 2361
Hillsboro, MO 63050
To mail a donation check, please make checks payable to Advocates 4 Animals Pet Pantry.
Email is our primary contact method. We respond as quickly as we can — please be patient as we're 100% volunteer-run.
3rd Saturday of each month
10am – 12pm only
At 1230 Commercial Blvd, Herculaneum. Please arrive within the distribution window.