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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Community Grants (Competitive Grant Process) Manatee Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Animal Welfare Organizations Grants Petco Love · Foundation Not published · Varies The Petco Foundation offers grants aimed at animal welfare organizations, focusing on enhancing adoption and medical care initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Double-R Foundation Grants The Double-R Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Double-R Foundation Grants provide essential support to volunteer-based organizations in New York City, enhancing community services and promoting artistic endeavors.	Not published	Varies
K.D. and M.L. Steadley Memorial Trust Grants Ir Tua KD&ML Steadley Charitable · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The K.D. and M.L. Steadley Memorial Trust Grants support charitable organizations in Carthage, Missouri, focusing on scientific, educational, literary, and artistic pursuits.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Venango Area Community Foundation Discretionary Grants Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Venango Area Community Foundation Discretionary Grants support transformative programs and projects in Venango County.	Not published	$2K
Animal Welfare Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies One of OCCF's Community Grant Programs designed to meet pressing community needs. Guidelines and eligibility criteria are based on donor intent.	Not published	Varies
Staying Home Grant The Grey Muzzle Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Homeless Animals Support Network (HASN) Grants Prince William Humane Society · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K	Not published	$2K – $5K
Adoption Prep Grants Petsmart Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K PetSmart Charities' Adoption Prep Grants aim to support organizations that facilitate the adoption of homeless pets through in-store programs.	Not published	Up to $75K
Park Foundation: Animal Welfare Grants Park Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Park Foundation Grants for Animal Welfare focus on advancing the protection and conservation of wildlife, particularly through policy and advocacy efforts for threatened species.	Not published	Varies
ASPCA The Rescue Effect Campaign Grants The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · $10K ASPCApro.org provides tools and resources for animal welfare professionals, veterinary personnel and volunteers. We take a progressive approach to helping the country's at-risk animals, promoting cutting edge research to advance the field.	Not published	$10K
Manatee Community Foundation: Competitive Grants for Animal Welfare Manatee Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Manatee Community Foundation offers competitive grants aimed at enhancing animal welfare in Manatee County. Focus areas include animal rescue, veterinary access for low-income pet owners, and wildlife conservation.	Not published	Up to $15K
The Howard T Petrie Charitable Trust Grant The Howard T Petrie Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Howard T Petrie Charitable Trust (the Trust) seeks to provide a perpetual gift to a single small-to-medium sized animal welfare organization, with the intent of allowing that organization to plan for the long term with confidence.	Not published	Varies
Mary P. Gill Charitable Trust Grant Mary P Gill Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary P. Gill Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Louisville, KY, focusing on essential areas such as Animal Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Research, and Human and Social Services.	Not published	Varies
Sterkel Fund Grant Justine Sterkel Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sterkel Fund Grant provides support for charitable purposes in Mansfield, Richland County, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Senior Pet Adoption Assistance Grant Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Senior Pet Adoption Assistance Grant, offered by the Petfinder Foundation, provides financial support to adopters of senior pets or bonded pairs.	Not published	Up to $1K
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Community Enhancement Greenwood County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The GCCF Community Impact Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Greenwood County by funding projects that benefit the community.	Not published	Up to $5K
Animal Protection Program Grants The Summerlee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Animal Protection Program Grants, offered by the Summerlee Foundation, aim to support organizations focused on rescuing and advocating for animals.	Not published	$10K
IPS Captive Care Grants International Primatological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The IPS Captive Care Grants, offered by the International Primatological Society, provide funding up to $1500 for projects aimed at enhancing the welfare of captive primates in range countries.	Not published	Up to $2K
Regina B. Frankenberg Foundation Grant - Endangered Species Conservation Regina Bauer Frankenberg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Regina B. Frankenberg Foundation Grant focuses on supporting organizations dedicated to animal welfare, particularly in protecting endangered species and reducing the homelessness and mistreatment of companion animals.	Not published	Varies
Sullivan Family Foundation Grant Andrew & Jaime Sullivan Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sullivan Family Foundation Grant provides support for organizations dedicated to enhancing the lives of people and animals in the community. Grant requests are accepted on a rolling basis, with quarterly determinations made.	Not published	Varies
ASPCA Fund to End Factory Farming Grant Program The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The ASPCA Fund to End Factory Farming Grant Program aims to transform the U.S. food system by promoting humane practices and reducing reliance on factory farming.	Not published	Up to $75K
Southern Kitten Fund Orphan Kitten Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A targeted grant initiative created to address the overwhelming influx of kittens in Southern states during extended kitten season.	Not published	Varies
BF Disaster Relief Grants Banfield Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Banfield Foundation's Disaster Relief Grants support nonprofit animal welfare organizations and government agencies affected by natural disasters.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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