Grants for Animal Rescue
Last updated October 18, 2026
Grantable tracks 494 active grants for animal rescue in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 18 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 225 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.
- Grants tracked
- 494
- from 368 funders
- Median award
- $10K
- middle half $5,000–$25K
- Total listed funding
- $9.9M
- across 225 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 18
- 24 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Jean M. Walker Grant The Miccio Foundation · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Up to $3K The Jean M. Walker Grant, administered by The Miccio Foundation, aims to enhance public awareness regarding the humane treatment of animals, focusing primarily on companion animals. | |
| Community Grants Program Farrington Historical Foundation · Foundation Nov 12, 2026 · $1K – $25K All areas will be considered, but emphasis is given to: The Farrington Historical Foundation carries on the philanthropy of benefactor Dorothy Bogen Farrington. | |
| Community Grants Cottage Grove Community Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies The Cottage Grove Community Foundation awards grants to non-profit and school-based organizations helping children, families, the environment, and programs to enhance the health and wellbeing of area residents. | |
| Animal Welfare Grants The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation ~December · Up to $25K Support organizations that serve animals and promote their humane care. | |
| Animal Welfare Grants The Community Foundation Trust of Sarasota County · Foundation ~December · Up to $25K | |
| Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation Grants Grand Rapids Jaycees Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| High Five Grant Friends of NCVMA Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · $5K – $25K Each year, the NCVMA allocates up to $25,000 to distribute between 5 qualified organizations in North Carolina. Each annual grant of up to $5,000 promotes community health, education, and responsible animal care. | |
| Community Grants Merrick Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Merrick Foundation provides competitive grants to support diverse programs and organizations serving Merrick County. | |
| Animal Welfare Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation ~January · Up to $25K Support nonprofits serving animals with various projects. | |
| Winston-Salem Foundation: Animal Welfare Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Jan 5, 2027 · Up to $25K The Winston-Salem Foundation, established in 1919, offers Animal Welfare Grants to support organizations dedicated to animal welfare in Forsyth County, North Carolina. | |
| Annual Grant Program Clothes Less Traveled Thrift Shop Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Clothes Less Traveled's annual grant program supports local nonprofits through a two-step application process. Since founding in 1997, CLT has reinvested profits into the community, awarding over $7.5 million to more than 100 charities. | |
| Pet Plate Grant Massachusetts Animal Coalition Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Since 2005, MAC has annually awarded grants to spay-neuter programs across Massachusetts operated by non-profits, municipalities, and coalitions of animal-centered organizations. | |
| Environmental Preservation & Animal Welfare Grant Community Foundation of North Central MA · Foundation ~March · $2K – $10K The Environmental Preservation & Animal Welfare Grant aims to enhance the natural beauty and animal welfare in North Central Massachusetts. | |
| Nonprofit Organization Grants Roswell Woman's Club Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Nonprofit Organization Grants must be applied for and are awarded based upon multiple criteria. | |
| Charles Lamar Family Foundation Grant The Charles Lamar Family Foundation · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · US $5,000 - US $400,000 The Charles Lamar Family Foundation Grant supports projects in K-12 education, companion animal welfare, and water resources. | |
| CCCF Mary Seibert Charitable Trust Grants Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Mar 31, 2027 · Varies The Mary Seibert Charitable Trust, administered by Central Carolina Community Foundation, supports organizations dedicated to the humane treatment of animals and birds throughout South Carolina. | |
| Woods Family Foundation Grants Edwin and Jeanne Woods Family Foundation · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · Up to $25K The Edwin and Jeanne Woods Family Foundation, established in 2004, focuses on supporting charitable initiatives in Northern Santa Barbara and Southern San Luis Obispo counties. | |
| Florida Animal Friend Spay/Neuter Grant Program Florida Animal Friend Inc · Foundation ~April · Up to $25K Florida Animal Friend awards grants annually to municipal and nonprofit agencies across Florida that provide free or low-cost spay/neuter services to reduce pet overpopulation and save animals from homelessness. | |
| Green Bay Packers Foundation Grants Green Bay Packers Foundation · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $3K – $8K The Green Bay Packers Foundation, established in 1986, supports Wisconsin charities that promote family values, athletics, and welfare. | |
| Florida Animal Friend Grants: Spay and Neuter Florida Animal Friend Inc · Foundation ~April · Up to $25K The Florida Animal Friend Grants support vital spay and neuter programs for cats and dogs, aiming to reduce overpopulation and improve animal welfare. | |
| Pet Lovers' Choice Awards Best Friends Animal Society · Foundation ~April · Up to $20K The Pet Lovers' Choice Awards is an exciting, star-studded, nationally broadcast event that celebrates beloved pets. | |
| Margaret Warren and Grace Lemley Animal Welfare Grant Black Hills Area Community Foundation · Foundation ~April · Up to $5K The Margaret Warren & Grace Lemley Animal Welfare Grant honors the legacy of Maggie Warren, a dedicated advocate for animal welfare. | |
| Elsie & William Viles Foundation Grant Elsie & William Viles Foundation · Foundation ~May · $5K – $25K The Elsie & William Viles Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations, prioritizing those in Maine's Capital Region. Established in 1990, the foundation continues the philanthropic legacy of William and Elsie Viles. | |
| Delaware County Foundation: Community Grants Delaware County Foundation · Foundation ~July · $3K – $20K The Delaware County Foundation's Community Grants program aims to strengthen communities through charitable giving. |
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Grants for animal rescue by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 18 4%
- Upcoming date published
- 24 5%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 61 12%
- No deadline published
- 391 79%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 24 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active grants for animal rescue
- Petfinder Foundation 15 active
- Petco Love 9 active
- The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 9 active
- Geauga County Humane Society Inc 7 active
- Animal Care and Control Team 5 active
- Orphan Kitten Club Inc 5 active
368 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 494 active grants for animal rescue (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 18, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.
About grants for animal rescue
Grants for animal rescue organizations support adoption programs, veterinary care, spay/neuter services, shelter operations, and disaster relief. Major funders in the companion-animal space include PetSmart Charities, the ASPCA, Petco Love, the Petfinder Foundation, the Banfield Foundation, and Maddie's Fund. These grants help shelters, humane societies, and foster-based rescues expand lifesaving capacity and improve animal welfare.
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Grants for Animal Rescue by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for animal rescue award?
Of the 494 grants for animal rescue Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 225 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $25K. The largest is $3M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for animal rescue?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Petfinder Foundation (15), Petco Love (9), The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (9), Geauga County Humane Society Inc (7), and Animal Care and Control Team (5). In all, 368 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for animal rescue due?
Of 494 grants listed, 18 accept applications on a rolling basis, 24 have a published upcoming deadline, 61 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 391 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 38% fall in January–March.
What grants are available for animal rescues?
Animal rescue grants commonly fund adoption and transport programs, spay/neuter and veterinary care, shelter capital improvements, emergency and disaster relief, and programs that keep pets with their families. PetSmart Charities organizes funding across categories like adoptions, spay/neuter, and shelter operations, while the Petfinder Foundation and Banfield Foundation focus on disaster response and veterinary needs. Most programs serve registered nonprofits and municipal shelters.
Which foundations fund animal welfare nonprofits?
Leading funders include PetSmart Charities, the ASPCA, Petco Love, the Petfinder Foundation, the Banfield Foundation, and Maddie's Fund. Humane World for Animals (formerly the Humane Society) and regional community foundations also support animal welfare work. Each funder has its own priorities — some emphasize spay/neuter or no-kill initiatives, others fund veterinary equipment or disaster recovery — so match your project to the right program.
Are there grants for spay/neuter or shelter operations?
Yes. PetSmart Charities funds dedicated spay/neuter and shelter operations categories, and many funders support clinics, surgical equipment, and intake-diversion programs. Operating-cost support is harder to secure than project-specific funding, so strong applications tie shelter operations to measurable outcomes like increased adoptions or reduced euthanasia. Most programs require 501(c)(3) status or government animal-control standing.
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