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The Purina Foundation: Supporting Our Local Communities Nationwide

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The Purina Foundation, established by our founder William H. Danforth, upholds the company's philanthropic legacy of supporting the communities where we live and work. Last year, the foundation awarded more than $1.16 million in grants to support pets and communities in Purina's 25 U.S. operating cities nationwide. These efforts seek to address causes that are close to our communities’ hearts and address critical needs while creating a better future for pets and the people that love them.

Continue reading to learn about the ways that our shared love of pets helps support animal welfare, future generations, and other impactful projects in the communities we call home.

Batavia, OH – Our newest state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, just outside of the Cincinnati area, is supporting the renovation of the Family Pet Center at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

Group of six people and two service dogs holding a $50,000 donation check to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Davenport, IA – The Davenport factory will help fund the purchasing of veterinary science and technology equipment at the new Regional Innovation Center for the North Scott Community School District. This will enhance the educational resources available at the center, enabling students to gain hands-on experience, thereby fostering future generations of veterinary professionals.

Fort Dodge, IA – Our Fort Dodge manufacturing team is supporting the Iowa Central Community College Foundation’s veterinarian training program to provide free veterinary care and nutrition support to local shelter pets.

Five people stand in front of a geometric patterned wall holding a $30,000 check for Iowa Central Community College Foundatio

St. Joseph, MO – Our St. Joseph, MO facility outside of Kansas City is funding new equipment for the on-site veterinary clinic at a local shelter, Friends of the Animal Shelter.

Jefferson, WI – We’re funding the building of a new veterinary resource clinic for local shelter and community pets in partnership with the Watertown Humane Society.

Four people stand behind a veterinary exam table holding a $30,000 donation check to Watertown Humane Society from Purina Fou

Hereford, TX – Our funding towards the construction of a new low-cost spay and neuter clinic through the Humane Society of Deaf Smith County will benefit local shelter and community pets near our Hereford plant. Additionally, in partnership with the City of Hereford we are supporting the renovation of a community playground to add wheelchair accessibility.

Flagstaff, AZ – Through a partnership with Flagstaff Shelter Services, the Flagstaff manufacturing team will help create a new pet-friendly emergency shelter for the local unhoused community.

Group of people outdoors holding a $25,000 donation check from Purina to Flagstaff Shelter Services in winter 2026.

Mechanicsburg, PA – We’re making an impact on the lives of veterans experiencing symptoms of PTSD through our donation to Susquehanna Service Dogs to increase the organization's capacity for placing service dogs with veterans.

King William, VA – Through our donation to Peninsula Pet Pantry in King William, we’re supporting the construction of a new kitten nursery, which will also serve as a pet food distribution site for families in the community.

Five people stand indoors holding a $20,000 check from Purina for the Virginia Peninsula Community Pet Food Bank.

Hartwell, GA – Our Hartwell manufacturing team is supporting animal welfare through their donation to The Haven Zoo which will help them add a barn structure to properly store supplies and care for sick animals.

Clinton, IA – Our giving to the Clinton County Agricultural Society will support renovations to the community center used by local 4-H (a national youth development program) clubs and community members of all ages.

Miami, OK – Our Miami, OK factory, outside of Joplin, MO, is supporting the expansion of the teen center at the Boys & Girls Club of Ottawa County.

Oklahoma City, OK – The Folds of Honor Foundation will fund a scholarship program for family members of fallen and disabled veterans and first responders through our giving.

Group of people standing indoors holding a $20,000 Purina check for the Folds of Honor Foundation in front of a Purina OKC si

Bloomfield, MO – Through our Bloomfield manufacturing team’s donation, The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library will renovate museum exhibits and create a community education program for area youth.

Dunkirk, NY – The Cornell Cooperative Extension will expand the reach and effectiveness of the Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Program through support from our Dunkirk team.

Hager City, WI – Our Hager City team will help fund the development of a new agricultural education lab in partnership with the Ellsworth Agricultural Education & FFA Chapter.

St. Louis, MO – The United Way of Greater St. Louis provides essential needs, such as healthcare, education, and financial security to more than 1 million people across the St. Louis region. Our annual giving supports families, organizations, and communities in our corporate headquarters hometown.

Denver, CO – The Denver Police Foundation is set to create a new Pups on Patrol community engagement program through our Denver team's donation.

Allentown, PA – Our Allentown facility is helping fund the building of a new community center through Upper Macungie Township Community Fund.

Fairburn, GA – Our donation will help RiverLife, Inc. provide wheelchair ramps to those with mobility challenges in the community surrounding our Fairburn plant, just outside of Atlanta.

Eden, NC – The Eden team is helping fund the purchase of new rescue equipment for the Draper Volunteer Fire Department to save lives in their community.

Group of people standing and holding a $20,000 Purina

Zanesville, OH – Donations will benefit the working dogs of two police units serving the area surrounding our Zanesville facility. Guernsey County Fraternal Order of Police will establish a veterinary care fund for the department's K9 officers, and the Cambridge Police Department will build and enhance kennels for the department's K9 officers.

Established in 1951, the Purina Foundation distributes more than 20 grants and $1 million annually to nonprofits aiming to support pets, people and the environment to strengthen the human-animal bond in our Purina Communities.

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