Making a Difference This May!
Where to Find Us & How to Help!
Spring has sprung, and so has our event calendar! May will be a busy month for us here at Helping Hands and we couldn’t be more excited. From weekly pet food pantries to community fundraisers and events, we’ll be out and about making sure no pet in Plymouth goes hungry—and spreading the word about the work you help make possible.
Whether you're attending our sold-out Pawsta Party, stopping by the YMCA’s Touch A Truck event, visiting us at the rabies clinic at IndieFerm, or picking up pet food for a beloved furry friend at our free pet food pantries, there’s something for everyone this month. Mark your calendars and come say hi—we’d love to see you!
Here’s Where You’ll Find Us This Month
We’ve got a full calendar this month, and we’d love for you to be part of it! From weekly pet food pantry days to community events, there’s a place for you at every stop.
Pet Food Pantry at The Center For Active Living
44 Nook Road, Plymouth
Friday, May 2 & Friday, May 16
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (or while supplies last)
Stop by the 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month for free pet food and treats—while supplies last!
Pet Food Pantry at The American Legion Post 40
199 Federal Furnace Road, Plymouth
Every Tuesday – May 6, 13, 20, & 27
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Free pet food available—no questions asked! The American Legion’s food bank for people is open at the same time.
Free Family Market at Plymouth Family Resource Center
430-1 Court Street, Plymouth
Friday, May 9
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pet food & supplies provided alongside groceries for families, thanks to our partnership with the MSPCA Cape Cod Community Outreach program.
Pawsta Party Fundraiser – SOLD OUT!
Friday, May 2 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our annual dance fundraiser is officially sold out!
To everyone attending—thank you for your incredible support. Couldn’t make it? You can still help local pets by donating below.
Rabies Vaccine Clinic at IndieFerm
Saturday, May 24 | 12:00–3:00 PM
127 Camelot Dr, Plymouth, MA
We’re teaming up with IndieFerm (Plymouth’s local brewery) for a special Rabies Vaccine Clinic! Plymouth’s own Dr. Norm Stillman will be on site offering $15 rabies vaccines—no appointment needed. Proceeds will benefit Plymouth Helping Hands for Animals. Volunteers will be there too, so stop by and say hello! Bonus: Bring a donation for our Pet Food Pantry and you’ll be entered to win a $25 IndieFerm Gift Card!
Touch A Truck Family Event + Food Drive Kickoff
Old Colony YMCA – 2 Greenside Way South, Plymouth
Sunday, May 4 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
$5 per person | $25 for families of 5+
We’re excited to join this fun-filled, family-friendly event at the YMCA—featuring big trucks to explore, bounce houses, food vendors, and more! Stop by our table to learn about our mission and help us launch our weeklong Pet Food Drive, running May 4th–11th right at the Y. Come support the Y, Helping Hands, and many other great local organizations at this fun day for all ages—rain or shine!
Help Us Fill the Bowls: Pet Food Drive Donation Wishlist
As we kick off our weeklong Pet Food Drive at the YMCA (May 4th–11th), we invite you to contribute to our mission of ensuring no pet goes hungry. Please refer to the graphic below to see our most needed pet food and supply items.
Drop-off Location:
Drop-off bin located in the YMCA lobby all week
2 Greenside Way South, Plymouth
Collection Dates:
May 4th–11th, during YMCA operating hours
Prefer to shop online? Visit our Chewy.com wishlist to have items shipped directly to us. Every donation, big or small, makes a significant impact. Thank you for your continued support in keeping our community's pets healthy and happy!
Stronger Together, This Month and Beyond
From food drives to pantry days, May is full of opportunities to show compassion and support for local pets and their families. Whether you're donating supplies, attending events, or simply spreading the word, your involvement makes our work possible. Thank you for helping us keep pets fed, healthy, and loved—this month and always.
