CHILI'S PEPPER PROFIT PROGRAM

Visit Chili's and help the ARL at the same time!

Every Tuesday, from August 4th-December 29th the ARL will be the beneficiary of 10% of your purchase. Pick up a voucher at any ARL location or click the link to print a voucher. You must present the voucer at time of purchase in order for the ARL to receive the donation.

Valid at: 2601 SE Delaware in Ankeny and 11411 Forest Avenue in Clive

SUBSCRIBE TO WELCOME HOME DES MOINES MAGAZINE AND HELP THE ARL!

The ARL is proud to partner with Welcome Home Des Moines Magazine with this exciting offer! For $24.95 you will receive a year of the magazine that features Des Moines food, shelter and gardening information. $10 of that will directly benefit the homeless pets at the ARL. It’s a terrific holiday gift for yourself or friends and family.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING TO BENEFIT THE ARL!

Shopping online this year? Check out GoodShop.com, name the Animal Rescue League of Iowa as your beneficiary and the ARL will receive a portion of your purchase! Searching for something? Go to GoodSearch.com and the same policy applies!

Looking for a place to host your next event? Look no further than the ARL!

Auditorium Rentals

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc. is proud to offer the Mapes Auditorium for your next event.

Capacity
Theater - 200 people
chairs only, stage, perimeter tables


Conference - 100 people
tables with chairs on one side


Rounds - 160 people
round tables with 8 chairs each

Rental Rates

For-Profit Non-Profit
Early Bird Special $50 $25
7 a.m.-9 a.m.
Weekday Rate $250 $200
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Weekend or Nightly Rate $350 $300
Monday-Friday, 4 p.m.-Midnight
Saturday and Sunday (maximum 9 hours)



Weekend Rate (10 hours or more) $500 $450
Tour of ARL Facility $25 $25
ARL Presentation $50 $25
by ARL Executive Director Tom Colvin

For more information or to schedule your next event, contact Julie Lofdahl at 515/473-9119 or jlofdahl@arl-iowa.org.



Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are there a minimum and/or maximum number of guests needed to hold an event at the ARL?
A. There is no minimum number of guests needed to host an event at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s facility. There is a maximum of 250 people.

Q. How soon do we need to reserve space?
A. A minimum of one month’s notice is required to book an event at the ARL. However, it is never too early.

Q. Can we bring in our own caterer?
A. No. The ARL has a list of caterer's you may use. All catering must be through an ARL contracted vendor.

Q. Is there a deposit required to reserve space at the ARL?
A. Yes, a non-refundable deposit, 25% of the rental fee, that is applied to the room rental is required at the signing of the contract.

Q. Do I need to bring my own audio visual equipment?
A. The ARL has audio visual equipment available for use by our guests. Discuss your needs with the ARL staff when booking your event. There is a $25 rental fee for this equipment which includes an operator.

Q. Can we decorate the room for our event?
A. Yes, but all decorations must be pre-approved by the ARL.

Q. Can we have a band or DJ?
A. Yes, you can have music at your event. Talk with an ARL representative to discuss specific details. We do not allow fog or bubble machines, strobe, laser or cop lights in the building, for the safety of the animals.

Q. Does the ARL serve alcohol?
A. Yes, the ARL can handle all of your beer, wine and wine cooler needs. Speak with your ARL representative for more informatino.

Q. Is there a security charge?
A. The ARL requires use of security at any event that is dispensing alcoholic beverages and/or is using any of the outdoor facilities/ premises after normal ARL business hours. The charge for security is $25 per hour with a minimum of two hours.

Q. Can ARL adoptables be brought to my event?
A. Yes! The ARL can bring animals to any event. Please talk to the ARL staff to find out more about the options available. Events held after normal business hours may include an additional fee for this service.

All above information is subject to change, for the most up to date information, contact Julie Lofdahl at jlofdahl@arl-iowa.org or 515/473-9119.

There's more than one way to make hundreds of tails wag at once.

There is more than one way to make hundreds of tails wag at once.
Volunteer at the ARL!

There are few things as rewarding as helping a homeless animal find a loving new home. When you volunteer at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, you make a difference for homeless animals—whether you lift their spirits with a walk or sell tickets to the annual fundraising auction.

After your first visit to the ARL, you will find that volunteering for the animals is easy, fun and very rewarding. It’s a great way to impact the lives of thousands of dogs, cats, puppies, kittens and small animals. The most important skills you need to be a volunteer are love and respect for animals.

For additional volunteer information, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 515/473-9110 or email Volunteer Coordinator.


Becoming an ARL Volunteer

What: The first step to becoming an ARL Volunteer is to attend a volunteer orientation. No registration is needed. At orientation, you will learn more about the ARL, its programs, and what you can do to help. You’ll also receive an application and volunteer handbook.

When: Volunteer orientations are held the second Saturday of every month. Check out our Events Calendar for upcoming orientations.

Where: Orientations are held in the ARL Education and Training Center, located behind the main shelter, 5452 NE 22nd St., Des Moines, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

To work with animals, volunteers must be at least 12 years old. Volunteers younger than 16 must be accompanied by an adult volunteer, at least 18 years of age, at all times. The adult volunteer also needs to have completed orientation and any subsequent training with their minor partner.

For volunteers 8-11 years of age, opportunities to volunteer include but are not limited to helping at special events or AniMeals packaging parties, projects at the shelter like unfolding newspapers or laundry assistance, as well as special projects that can be completed from home such as baking treats and bringing them to the adoptable animals, making Snuggles, or doing a collection drive. You can find more ideas here or recipes here.

To work with our animals volunteers must physically be able to enter and exit the kennels in a safe manner and have the ability to understand and comprehend ARL rules and policies for their own safety and the safety of the animals.


Volunteer Locations:
ARL Main
ARL West
ARL PetsMart (in Ankeny)
ARL South (Southridge Mall)