Dear Valued Supporters,
As we reflect on the achievements of 2023 and anticipate the challenges of the coming year, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. With the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and donors, Don’t Forget to Feed Me Pet Food Bank, Inc. (DF2FM) has achieved significant milestones. Please know that your support is the foundation of our ability to nourish pets in need.
In 2023 we expanded our reach in the community by adding six additional food pantry partners and two Home, Not Alone senior-serving partners, bringing our total to 35 distribution partners.
DF2FM distributed 351,696 pounds of pet food in 2023! Of that, 201,731 pounds were purchased, marking a remarkable 96% increase from 2022. Maintaining inventory is a challenge, but we were able to add six new donation locations during the year to help alleviate some of that purchasing need.
Did you know that beyond Tarrant County we aid Johnson and Denton counties? We are actively seeking more support in these areas to ensure we address the needs beyond Fort Worth. Updating our 5-year strategic plan reflects our commitment to this crucial goal in 2024.
2023 marked a significant milestone with our first external financial audit, earning us a platinum badge with Candid and a four-star charity rating on Charity Navigator.
Recognizing our 15th year of operation, we celebrated over 9 million pet meals distributed and hosted an open house. If you missed it, consider scheduling a tour or dropping by! Additionally, our annual Hungry Hound Hustle in April awaits your participation. Even if you’re not running or walking, we’d love to see you there.
Lastly, we share a heartfelt testimonial from 2023 that underscores the impact of your support:
“I have fallen on hard times recently, and the thought of how to feed my kitten, my emotional support animal, weighed heavily on my mind. Discovering a place that could provide the necessary food was a relief. The staff’s warmth and approachability made seeking help easier. I am grateful for their assistance during a difficult time.”
Thank you for being an integral part of our mission to ensure no pet goes hungry. Together, we make a paw-some difference.
Sincerely,
Maria Koegl, Director