Welcome to
The Animal Rescue Alliance
Helping homeless pets
in the Greater Kansas City area
Founded in 2007
Dedicated to Saving Lives
TARA is a non-profit 501c3, all volunteer organization dedicated to helping homeless pets in the Greater Kansas City area.
TARA was founded in memory of Tara Nagel, a remarkable young woman whose kindness and compassion toward companion animals left a lasting impact. Tara tragically lost her life in a car accident in 2005. Inspired by her passion and dedication, we strive to honor Tara’s legacy by saving lives and ensuring that every animal receives the love and care they deserve.
Our mission reflects her spirit, motivating us every day to make a difference for those who cannot speak for themselves.
12th ANNUAL
TUNES FOR TARA
Game Night Edition!
Friday, March 6, 2026
6 to 9pm
Boulevard Brewing Co.
Rec Deck
4th floor of the Tours & Rec Center
(above the Brew Hall)
2534 Madison Ave, KCMO 64108
Join us for our 12th annual Tunes for TARA, where you’ll have fun AND help us save the lives of homeless pets in our KC community.
NEW THIS YEAR: Our event will be at Boulevard Brewing Company’s REC DECK! Featuring shuffleboard, foosball, liquor ring toss, wine pull, table games and more!
Treat yourself to game night fun, food & beverages, music, auction and raffle prizes!
PetSmart Adoption Event
Saturday, March 14, 2026
PetSmart @ 86th & Ward Parkway, KCMO 64114
12 to 3pm
Come see us! TARA will be onsite with adoptable dogs and cats for you to meet!
Relay For Rescue KC
Charity Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, April 4, 2026
KC Live!
13 Grand Boulevard, KCMO
2 to 6pm
We are participating in the Relay For Rescue KC 2026 and we invite you to join our team (Team PINK!) as we build awareness, attract local supporters, and raise money!
Foster Homes Needed
TARA receives constant pleas to save dogs in overcrowded shelters who have been placed on the euthanasia list. Seniors, puppies, big and small dogs, all whose lives are in danger because the shelter is out of space. We help as much as we can, with every dog we save going to one of our wonderful foster homes or to boarding, which we pay for daily. Once those spots are full, we simply can’t take in more. It’s heartbreaking.
Please consider fostering. We will help match you with a dog in urgent need who is a good fit for your family and your own pets. We can provide food and supplies, and medical costs are covered.
Even a short-term foster can literally save a life.
If you’re not able to foster a dog at this time, you can still help us save lives! Please consider making a donation to help cover costs.
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Keep up with TARA and our adoptable pets!
By simply sharing our posts you can help find good homes for the pets in our care!
Our Partners
Thank you to our partners for their generous support!
