Brewers Community Foundation's Pet Supply Drive Kicks Off

Donations pour in on day one to benefit the Wisconsin Humane Society

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:34pm

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A vibrant, pop art-inspired grid of brightly colored dog food bowls, conceptually representing the essential pet supplies collected during the Brewers Community Foundation's annual drive.The Brewers Community Foundation's annual pet supply drive collects essential items to support the Wisconsin Humane Society's mission of caring for animals in need.Today in Milwaukee

The Brewers Community Foundation's annual Pet Supply Drive, benefiting the Wisconsin Humane Society, got off to a successful start on its first day. Volunteers gathered outside American Family Field to collect drive-up donations from Milwaukee residents, with bins quickly filling up with much-needed pet supplies. The drive will continue throughout the weekend's home stand, with donation drop-off locations at the Right Field, Left Field and Home Plate gates.

Why it matters

The Wisconsin Humane Society relies on community donations to care for the thousands of animals that come through its doors each year. Events like this pet supply drive help ensure the organization has the resources it needs to provide food, shelter, and medical care for pets in need across the Milwaukee area.

The details

On the first day of the drive, volunteers gathered outside American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, to collect donations from local residents. The line of donors moved quickly, with bins filling up with a variety of pet supplies to benefit the Wisconsin Humane Society's multiple campuses in the region.

  • The pet supply drive kicked off on April 10, 2026.
  • The drive will continue throughout the Brewers' home stand from April 10-12, 2026.

The players

Brewers Community Foundation

The charitable arm of the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team, dedicated to supporting the local community through various initiatives and events.

Wisconsin Humane Society

A non-profit organization that operates multiple animal shelters and adoption centers across Wisconsin, providing care and finding homes for thousands of pets each year.

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What’s next

The pet supply drive will continue throughout the Brewers' home stand from April 10-12, 2026, with donation drop-off locations at the Right Field, Left Field and Home Plate gates.

The takeaway

This annual pet supply drive is a testament to the Milwaukee community's commitment to supporting the Wisconsin Humane Society and ensuring the organization has the resources it needs to care for animals in need. The strong turnout on the first day is a promising start to what will likely be another successful event.