In June 2018, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) charitable organization called The Community Pet Project was formed serving Hillsborough County, Florida. Many local rescue volunteers were frequently encountering homeless and at-risk people who were desperately trying to care for their pets. For many of these people, their pets were their only reason to keep moving forward and survive the despair of their current situations. Without the help of the Community Pet Project, many of these pets would have to be surrendered to local shelters. The Community Pet Project volunteers work to help these people keep and care for their pets.

Quarterly community outreach events are held with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and the Tampa Police Department to provide homeless and at-risk families pet food and pet supplies such as flea prevention, wormer, grooming supplies, treats, and toys. as well as information regarding veterinary care and spay and neuter surgeries. Financial contributions and product donations are greatly appreciated and always needed.