Recipient Requirements
The Animal Food Bank requires the following before distributing food. No food can be distributed without presenting the following information at registration:
A government-issued photo ID.
Proof of income. Examples of proof of income are a paystub, a tax return, or a statement from Social Security or other government agency. Access cards are not sufficient for proof of income.
A spay/neuter certificate for each pet for whom you are seeking assistance, proof of a current rabies vaccination for each dog or cat for whom you are seeking assistance, and of a current dog license for each dog for whom you are seeking assistance. If Spay/Neuter services are needed, please ask about our voucher program.
The Animal Food Bank requires families to comply with local ordinances on number of pets in one household. For many communities in the Lehigh Valley, that limit is six. We do not support breeders or breeding of any kind.
Distribution Days
If you are a new client, you must bring photo copies of the requirements listed above.
The Animal Food Bank distribution days are below. Beginning April 2026, our Emmaus location will be closed and we will be distributing pet food out of our NEW location at: 417 N 14th St Allentown Pa 18102.
SATURDAY HOURS ONLY
Saturday, April 11: 10 am - 1 pm
Saturday, April 18: 10 am - 1 pm
Saturday, May 9: 10 am - 1 pm
Saturday, May 16: 10 am - 1 pm
Saturday, June 13: 10 am - 1 pm
Saturday, June 20, 10 am - 1 pm
Helpful Tips and Reminders:
Bring Your ID: Please always bring your client ID card to help us serve you faster.
Replacement Policy: If your card is lost or forgotten, you will be required to complete a new application.
CARRYING YOUR ITEMS
Please bring tote bags, carts, or similar items to carry your food.
Note: Wagons will not be permitted for use at the new location.
ARRIVAL TIMES
No Early Arrivals: Out of respect for our volunteers, please do not arrive in line before 9:30 AM.
Our team needs this time to set up so we can serve you better.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking is available on the opposite side of the building.
Limited parking is available directly in front of the building.
Additional parking is available on the street.
Location
We typically hold distribution two days each month. We do not have distributions at any other location or time. The amount of distribution and type of food depends on the amount of food we have available. Please see recipient requirements above.
Beginning April 2026, our Emmaus location will be closed and we will be distributing pet food out of our NEW location at: 417 N 14th St Allentown Pa 18102.
417 N 14th St., Allentown, PA 18102
610-421-8014
