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Founded by the late Harry Chapin
Long Island Cares – The Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank has been on a mission to feed Long Islanders facing food insecurity and address its root causes since our founding by the late Harry Chapin in 1980.
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Baxter's Pet Pantry
Keeping the Whole Family Fed
At Long Island Cares, we know that families facing food insecurity often struggle to provide for their beloved pets. That’s why we established Baxter’s Pet Pantry – to ensure that all members of the family have enough to eat by making food and supplies available for your pets.
OPERATING TIMES:
By appointment only, Monday-Friday
LOCATION:
Long Island Cares, Inc.
Baxter’s Pet Pantry
161 North Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst
PHONE:
(631) 991-8106
Pet food is made available to all our member agencies and through our direct programs when supplies are in stock. To ensure availability, please check our food locator for programs in your area and contact the location before visiting.
CLICK HERE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Please note that Baxter’s Pet Pantry is available exclusively to residents of Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our corporate partners PETCO, Pet Supplies Plus, Target, VCA Animal Hospitals, PetSmart, Jazzys’ Place, The Caplan-Bensley Foundation, and Walmart for their incredibly generous donations of pet food and supplies. Your support is invaluable in helping us care for the pets of families in need.
Together, we are making a difference for both people and their beloved furry companions.