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70+ Grants for Animal Shelters June-August 2024

This list has been prepared by Treat, a pet care support program. We are working on expanding this list to 100 grants.

Open grants & programs

Title
Deadline
Grant (max)
Notes
Link
Petfinder Foundation: Other Animals
Ongoing
$1000
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/other-animals/
PetSmart: Natural Disaster Response
Ongoing
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/disaster-response
Banfield Foundation: HOPE founds
Ongoing
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/Banfield-Foundation-Grant-Programs
Banfield Foundation: Care Knows No Boundaries
Ongoing
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/Banfield-Foundation-Grant-Programs
PetSmart: Improving access to veterinary care
Ongoing
750,000
Applications are accepted by invitation only
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/improving-access-to-veterinary-care
Petco Foundation (Vaccinated and loved)
Ongoing
For organizations dedicated to providing free vaccine services to communities in need
https://petcolove.org/shelter-partners/grants/
Petfinder Foundation (Sponsored)
Ongoing
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/sponsor-a-pet/
Petfinder Foundation (Purina Canada Happy Paws & Hearts Operation)
Ongoing
$5000
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/purina-canada-happy-paws-hearts-operation-grant/
Petfinder Foundation (Kia pet adoption)
Ongoing
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/kia-pet-adoption/
Petco Foundation: Love Story
August - October
$100,000
Need to register as a partner
https://www.petcofoundation.org/for-partners/investment-opportunities/
Maddie's Grants Giveaways
Ongoing
$5,000
https://www.maddiesfund.org/grant-opportunities.htm
Maddie's Open Arms Challenge 2023
Ongoing
$3000
https://www.maddiesfund.org/open-arms-challenge-2024.htm
Cold Noses Foundation
October 1st - October31st
4th Quarter: Africa and Asia / Grants that deal with spay and neuter and/or TNR only will be considered for further review
https://www.coldnosesfoundation.org/node/86
Petfinder Foundation: Play Yard Renovation Grant
Ongoing
This grant program is no longer a stand alone program and is now included in our Dog Enrichment grant.
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/play-yard-renovation-grant/
Pedigree Foundation: Disaster Relief
Ongoing
$5,000
Disaster relief
https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/disaster_relief_grant_seekers.pdf
Banfield Foundation: Community Care Grants
January, April, July, and October
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/en/Banfield-Foundation-Grant-Programs
Treat
Ongoing
Food bags, medical treatment, kennel maintenance
http://www.TreatVA.com
Arnall Family Foundation
Ongoing
$350,000
Oklahoma only
https://arnallfamilyfoundation.org/contact/
Walmart: Local Community Grants
Open: Nov. 1 – Dec. 31 Closed: Aug. 1 – Oct. 15 Closed: March 1 - April 15 Closed: May 1 – July 15
$5,000
Grant applications accepted on a quarterly basis.
https://walmart.org/how-we-give/local-community-grants
The Summerlee Foundation
November 11, 2024 - February,2025
$50,000
There are several grants available, ranging from $6,000 to $50,000, for you to choose from
https://summerlee.org/animal-protection-program-overview/animal-protection-recent-grant-list/
Stanton Foundation: Mobile Adoption Van Grant
Ongoing
$80,000
Adoption van
http://thestantonfoundation.org/canine/mobile-adoption-vans
Rescue Bank
Ongoing
Food bags
https://feedingfurryfriends.org/goods-program
PetSmart: Emergency Relief
October 2 - November 11 2024
$75,000
Disaster relief
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/adoption-prep
PetSmart: Adoption Prep
October 2 - November 1 2024
$75,000
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/adoption-prep
Petfinder Foundation: Senior Pet Adoption Grants
Ongoing
$1000
Apply through portal
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/susies-senior-dogs-invitation-only/
Petfinder Foundation: P.L.A.Y. Pet Beds
Ongoing
10 Chill pads
PLAY pet beds
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/p-l-a-y-pet-beds/
Petfinder Foundation: Dog enrichement
Ongoing
$1000
Apply through portal
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/dog-enrichment/
Petfinder Foundation: Kong toy grant
October - December
Toys
Kong toys, awarded on a quarterly basis
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/kong/
Petfinder Foundation: Emergency Medical Grant
Ongoing
$1000
Apply through portal
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/emergency-medical-grant/
Petfinder Foundation: Dog Field Trips/Short-Term Fostering Grant
Ongoing
$1000
Apply through portal
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/dog-fieldtrips-short-term-fostering-grant/
Petfinder Foundation: Disaster response and recovery Grant
Ongoing
$10,000
Disaster relief
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/disaster/
Petfinder Foundation: Cat Enrichment
Ongoing
$1000
Apply through portal
https://petfinderfoundation.org/grant/cat-enrichment/
Petco Foundation: Vaccinated and Loved
Ongoing
500+ adoptions event , signup through portal
https://www.petcofoundation.org/for-partners/investment-opportunities/
Petco Foundation: Disaster Relief Support
Ongoing
Disaster relief
https://petcolove.org/shelter-partners/grants/
Petco Foundation: PCA shelter pet cancer treatment fund
Ongoing
Cancer treatment
https://www.petcofoundation.org/for-partners/investment-opportunities/
On Shore Foundation
Ongoing
$50,000+
They are only accepting applications from organizations they have previously supported. They are not accepting new applicants.
https://onshorefoundation.org/request-a-donation
Mutt Nation Foundation
Open
$5000
Invitation only
https://muttnation.com/foundation/mutts-across-america/
Mary Jo & Hank Greenberg Foundation
Ongoing
$50,000+
Mainly in California
https://www.grantmakers.io/profiles/v0/954738423-mary-jo-and-hank-greenberg-animal-welfare-foundation/
Little Guy Grants
Ongoing
https://www.tailsofjoy.net/little-guy-grants/
Laura J. Niles Foundation
Ongoing
$50,000
https://www.lauraniles.org/guidelines.html
Kurgo Foundation
Ongoing
$1000
https://www.kurgo.com/grant-application-form/
Grey Muzzle Organization
Closed - Reopen February 2025
$15,000
Join mailing list to be notified.
https://www.greymuzzle.org/grants/about-grey-muzzle-grants
Cold Noses Foundation
July 1 - July 31 / October 1 - October 31
$5000
Grants that deal with education, community outreach, and/or medical care will be considered for further review.
https://www.coldnosesfoundation.org/node/86
Bissell Pet Foundation
Ongoing: SPRING cycle & FALL cycle
$5000+
The application dates are not announced in advance, so if you are interested in filling out a grant application, check the Grant Portal
https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/grants/
The Binky Foundation: Forward Steps
Ongoing
$1000
By invitation only.
https://binkyfoundation.org/our-grant-program/
The Binky Foundation: First Steps
Ongoing
$1000
https://binkyfoundation.org/our-grant-program/
Banfield Foundation: Disaster Relief Grant
Ongoing
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/Banfield-Foundation-Grant-Programs
Athletes for Animals
Until Fall Cycle
$2500
Grant applications are considered semi-annually
https://athletesforanimals.org/our-reach/apply-for-grants/
New York State Animal Population Control Program
Ongoing
There are no deadlines to submit applications.
https://www.aspcapro.org/grant/2013/02/11/new-york-state-animal-population-control-program
ASPCA Northern Tier Shelter Initiative (NTSI) Grants
Ongoing
$100,000
Only in Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
https://www.aspcapro.org/grant/2015/04/23/aspca-northern-tier-shelter-initiative-ntsi-grants
Second Chance Grant
Ongoing
$2000
Funding is awarded on a case-by-case basis.
https://www.americanhumane.org/initiative/second-chance-grants/

Other grants to be opened

Title
Deadline
Grant (max)
Notes
Link
ASPCA Research Grants
Closed
The maximum individual grant amounts for each research area are $20,000 (Psychological Trauma Research), $40,000 (Applied Behavior Research), $50,000 (Access to Veterinary Care Research and Cruelty Research), and $30,000 (Farm Animal Welfare Research). Applications for amounts under the maximum amount are encouraged and will be assessed on an impact-for-cost basis.
Organizations in the United States & Canada only
https://www.aspcapro.org/researchgrants
Pedigree Foundation: Covid-19 Support Copy
Closed
Program Development Grants (from $10,000 to $15,000) and Dogs rule Grant ($50,000 a year for 2 years)
https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/shelters-grant/
Petfinder Foundation: Adoption Options in Action Grant
Closed
Workshop, invitation only
https://petfinderfoundation.com/for-shelters/apply-for-a-grant/
Banfield Foundation: Veterinary Medical Equipment Grant
Closed
Medical equipment
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/en/Banfield-Foundation-Grant-Programs
The William and Charlotte Parks Foundation
Closed
$10,000
Check in June 2023
https://www.parksfoundation.org/
Regina Bauer Frankenberg Foundation
Closed
$10,000+
New York City and neighboring counties only Annual application deadline is July 1
https://www.jpmorgan.com/solutions/private-bank/foundations/frankenberg
Rachael Ray No-Kill Excellence Grants
Closed
$60,000
https://network.bestfriends.org/opportunities/rachael-ray-no-kill-excellence-grants
Rachael Ray Save Them All Grants
Closed
$60,000
https://network.bestfriends.org/opportunities/rachael-ray-no-kill-excellence-grants
The PIP Fund: BIKO’S GIFT
Closed
$2500
https://www.paalsinc.org/pip
The PIP Fund: KORA’S GRANT
Closed
$500
https://www.paalsinc.org/pip
PetSmart: Transport
Closed
$150,000
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/transport
PetSmart: Adoption Partner Rewards
Closed
$250,000
https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/adoption-partner/adoption-partner-rewards
PetSafe
Closed
https://www.petsafe.com/donations-grants/
Counties in Tennessee and Virginia
https://www.petsafe.com/donations-grants/
Petco Foundation: Access to care
Closed
https://www.petcofoundation.org/for-partners/investment-opportunities/
Petco Foundation: Unsung Heroes
Closed
$50,000
Extraordinary life-saving efforts stories
https://www.petcofoundation.org/unsung-heroes/
Petco Foundation: AWO
Closed
$100,000+
https://www.petcofoundation.org/for-partners/investment-opportunities/
Petco Foundation: Innovation Showdown
Closed
$250,000
For innovative projects
https://www.petcofoundation.org/innovation-showdown/
Pedigree Foundation: Dogs Rule
Closed
$50,000
Need to login to portal
https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/shelters-grant/
Pedigree Foundation: Program Development Grants
Closed
$15,000
Need to login to portal
https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/shelters-grant/
Pedigree Foundation: Disaster Relief Grant
Closed
$5000
https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/shelters-grant/
Oxbow Rescue Grant
Closed
$50,000
Check for updates for 2023 Grants
https://www.oxbowanimalhealth.com/the-oxbow-way/appreciation/annual-rescue-grants
Maddie's BIPOC-Led Operating Support Grants
Closed
$10,000
https://www.maddiesfund.org/grant-opportunities.htm
Lazin Animal Foundation
Closed
$10,000+
https://www.lazinanimal.org/grants/
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust
Closed
Great Lakes region
https://kennethscottcharitabletrust.org/
Hugs & Kisses Animal Fund
Closed
$1000
No paid staff
http://hugsandkissesanimalfund.org/grant-application/
Healthy Paws
Closed
$20,000
Rescue Race canceled in 2020, in favor of ongoing grants
https://woobox.com/3vtugt
Dr. Jane Foundation
Closed
$3000
Invitation only
https://lifesabundance.com/pets/foundation.aspx
Doris Day Animal Foundation
Closed
$5000
Invitation only
https://www.dorisdayanimalfoundation.org/grants
Dogs Trust USA
Closed
$50,000
Currently reviewing grants program for 2023
https://www.dogstrustusa.org/our-grants/
Banfield Foundation: Safer Together Grant
Closed
Opens: September 2023
https://www.banfieldfoundation.org/
Banfield Foundation: COVID-19 Respond and Rebuild Grants
Closed
$10,000
Feed the Hungry
Closed
Food bags & medical supplies
https://form.jotform.com/200995695358169

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