Four Winds Connections

Four Winds Connections, in collaboration with the Community Action Center, operates the Four Winds Pet Pantry initiative in southern Minnesota. Studies have shown that sharing a life with a companion animal improves mental health, reduces stress and enhances well-being as well as encourages children’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. The Pet Pantry is designed to address a significant need in the community — ensuring that low-income families who wish to have a companion animal are supported in doing so. Raising the necessary funds to run the program helps bridge the gap, allowing more families to enjoy the benefits of a family pet through food support when finances are tight.

The Community Love program is an initiative that allows Four Winds Connections to offer financial assistance to community members and their pets. Community Love is centered on building trusting and authentic relationships with communities. We’re currently focused on providing support for more urgent veterinary care, special needs pets and pet behavior consultations. We plan to expand our reach as more funding becomes available.