The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 13th Annual Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive from Monday, November 20, 2023 to Friday, December 8, 2023. The annual collection of pet food and supplies benefits Waukegan Animals Getting Saved (WAGS). Donations will be accepted at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center, located at 800 Baldwin Avenue.
WAGS is a local non-profit organization formed to collect donations and supplies for the Waukegan Police Department’s Animal Control. The organization’s volunteers are passionate about helping the animals of Waukegan. Assistance provided includes basic veterinary care, spay/neutering, adoption assistance, and community education.
For more information, contact Julia Sanchez at jrsanchez@waukeganparks.org or (847) 360-4707.