12/30/2024
2024 Year in Review: Hank's Bark Box
As we look back on 2024, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the extraordinary outpouring of support from our community. As of yesterday, Hank's Bark Box has proudly provided a staggering 104,633 pounds (52.31 tons) of dog and cat food to families in need since our beginning over 3 years ago. This incredible milestone reflects the heart and dedication of every individual, family, and business that has contributed to our mission of ensuring pets remain cared for, loved, and in their homes.
This year brought significant changes and challenges. One major milestone was the construction and installation of a new box to replace the original one. This upgrade ensures Hank's Bark Box can continue to serve our community with improved capacity and accessibility.
The hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated our surrounding communities this year, leaving countless families without homes, cars, and belongings. Amid the wreckage, many faced the heart-wrenching challenge of caring for their beloved pets during a time of immense loss.
In this time of crisis, our community rallied like never before. Together, we provided not only record amounts of food but also essential supplies, including leashes, collars, bowls, litter pans, toys, and litter. Your generosity helped lighten the burden for so many, removing at least one worry from the shoulders of those who had already lost so much.
Since these storms, the need for Hank’s Bark Box has nearly doubled, with many families still grappling with the aftermath. Businesses, particularly those in the hospitality industry, were destroyed, leaving countless individuals out of work and in desperate need of help. Your support has been a beacon of hope during these trying times.
I know I’ve said this time and time again but NONE of this would have been possible without YOU. Your unselfish donations of food, supplies, and time have ensured that pets do not go hungry and remain with the families who love them. By coming together, we have kept countless pets out of shelters and in their homes, offering stability and comfort to both pets and their humans during some of the darkest days.
As we close out 2024, we are reminded of the profound impact that a caring community can make. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us, for showing up when it mattered most, and for being the lifeline that so many families and their pets needed.
Here’s to continuing this mission together in 2025 and beyond.
With gratitude,
Hank’s Bark Box
