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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James E. Dutton Foundation Grants James E Dutton Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James E. Dutton Foundation provides financial support to organizations dedicated to wildlife, environmental preservation, and outdoor education.	Not published	Varies
The ResQ Fund - Spay/Neuter & Vaccines Assistance To The ResQ Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The ResQ Fund provides financial assistance for veterinary care for community-owned and rescue pets, with primary emphasis on spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and aiding strays through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs.	Rolling	Varies
Roots & Shoots Project Grant Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research Education and Conservation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Roots & Shoots Project Grant, offered by the Jane Goodall Institute, empowers U.S.-based youth to initiate community-action projects that positively impact people, animals, and the environment.	Not published	$500
Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Franklin Park, IL, focusing on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Gray Lady Foundation Grant Gray Lady Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gray Lady Foundation Grant aims to enhance canine health, particularly for Miniature Schnauzers, by funding research in genetics and diseases.	Not published	Varies
Laura J. Niles Foundation Grant Laura J Niles Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Laura J. Niles Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the lives of animals, particularly dogs, through research, training, and adoption initiatives.	Not published	Up to $50K
SFF: Shore Community Grants for Yadkin County Shallow Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This funding opportunity is made possible by the Wayne A. Shore Endowment Fund, which was established by a bequest from Mr. Shore who lived in East Bend.	Not published	Varies
AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund supports projects that advance the care and wellbeing of animals at AZA-member institutions. ; the scraped AZA pages returned navigation only, so award amount, deadline, and detailed…	Not published	Varies
Fund to End Factory Farming The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program focused on projects that demonstrate how factory farming undermines a safe and abundant food supply. The ASPCA offers community-focused grants through this fund.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants Pacificorp Foundation Aka Pacific Power · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pacific Power Foundation offers Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants to support nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power service areas.	Not published	Up to $10K
Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust Grant RJ Mullen Sr and Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust, established in 1998, supports nonprofits in Massachusetts that aid disabled children, older adults, and protect animals.	Not published	$20K – $50K
Stray Dog Institute Grants Stray Dog Institute · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Stray Dog Institute Grants aim to transform food systems by providing funding and support to nonprofits focused on animal welfare, environmental advocacy, and food justice.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Daily Grants / Seed Funding The Pollination Project Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Pollination Project provides one-time seed funding to grassroots changemakers at early stages of their work. The foundation exists to uplift individuals and organizations whose work helps build a kinder, more compassionate world.	Rolling	Up to $500
John Jordan Foundation Grant John Jordan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Jordan Foundation Grant is dedicated to enhancing the lives of vulnerable communities through targeted initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Asia Wild Grant Program Asia Wild · Foundation Not published · Varies Asia Wild provides grants to small and local animal welfare organizations worldwide that rescue and protect animals.	Not published	Varies
Joseph E. Beauchamp Charitable Trust Grant Joseph E Beauchamp Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph E. Beauchamp Charitable Trust Grant supports religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, particularly focusing on Protestant and non-sectarian agencies.	Not published	Varies
Thomas C. McGowan Fund for Animals Grant The Cape Cod Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Thomas C. McGowan Fund for Animals, established by the Cape Cod Foundation, aims to support animal welfare initiatives on Cape Cod and the Islands.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Gene Conley Foundation Grant Gene Conley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Conley Foundation Grant supports religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational initiatives, focusing on the prevention of cruelty to children and animals.	Not published	Varies
MD Spay and Neuter Grant Program Maryland Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $5K The MD Spay and Neuter Grant Program, initiated by the Maryland Department of Agriculture, aims to decrease the number of pets surrendered and euthanized in shelters.	Not published	$5K
Vital Farms Local Impact Grantmaking Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vital Farms Local Impact Grantmaking Program, in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, aims to enhance the lives of farmers' communities across Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Vaccinated & Loved Petco Love · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Animal Welfare: Barbara Upton Wilson Fund Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hampton Roads Community Foundation connects you with charitable causes to improve life in our region. The community foundation manages permanent funds created by people from all walks of life.	Not published	Varies
Margaret Haas Rotunno Memorial Fund for Local No Kill Shelters Lehigh Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Area-of-Interest Funds- Lehigh Valley Community Foundation An area-of-interest fund supports programs & initiatives that tackle issues of your choosing, such as the environment, camperships, or no-kill animal shelters.	Not published	Varies
Disaster Relief Grant - Friends of NCVMA Grants (Veterinary Community Grants) Friends of NCVMA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Friends of the NCVMA Grants support broad community access to veterinary care in the aftermath of a disaster. These grants are intended to help the veterinary community recover from natural disasters and continue to serve their communities.	Not published	Varies

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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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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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