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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CFNJ: Great Companions Fund Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Great Companions Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, supports non-profit organizations that assist companion animals in New Jersey, including dogs, cats, and horses.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Watauga County Community Foundation: Armfield and Rachel Rivers Coffey Memorial Fund Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Watauga County Community Foundation, established in 1991, supports local philanthropic efforts through grants, building community assets via permanent endowments.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant Edith Winther Grace Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant provides funding exclusively to charitable organizations in Tarrant County, Texas.	Not published	Varies
How to Apply for a Grant - Non-Profit Organizations San Angelo Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The San Angelo Area Foundation provides grant funding to non-profit organizations serving the Concho Valley area.	Not published	Varies
Ozzy's Fund: The Carrie Johnson Wheeler Endowment for Animal Welfare Grant Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Ozzy's Fund, named after a rescued cat, aims to improve animal welfare in central Georgia. It prioritizes funding for animal rescue, spay/neuter programs, and efforts to prevent cruelty.	Not published	Up to $3K
Animal Assistance Foundation Annual Grants Animal Assistance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Animal Assistance Foundation provides annual grants to organizations in Colorado dedicated to enhancing the welfare of companion animals.	Not published	Varies
Bulkley Foundation Grant Everett S Bulkley Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bulkley Foundation Grant offers support for charitable organizations in Fairfield County, Connecticut, with a focus on those serving Norwalk.	Not published	Varies
Wag Wine Operation Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: This grant program will remain open until all funds are depleted._ We help shelters and rescue groups save pets. Learn more and meet our team.	Not published	Varies
Mary S. Mulligan Charitable Trust Grant Mary S Mulligan Char Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary S. Mulligan Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in New York, focusing on religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational programming, as well as the prevention of cruelty to children or animals.	Not published	Varies
TCFHR: Animal & Wildlife Nonprofit Grants (Hildred Neff Memorial Fund) The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County offers many options for competitive grant funding to nonprofit organizations. EXCITING UPDATE FOR 2023 GRANTS!	Not published	Varies
PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant Pedigree Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant aims to support innovative initiatives that enhance dog adoption rates in the U.S. Established in 2008, the foundation focuses on organizations that improve care for dogs in shelters and rescues.	Not published	$100K
Benjamin P. Duke Memorial Endowment Fund Grants Carlsbad Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $15K The Benjamin P. Duke Memorial Endowment Fund Grants, offered by the Carlsbad Community Foundation, aim to enhance the well-being of animals, both domestic and wild, within South Eddy County, New Mexico.	Not published	$500 – $15K
Karpus Family Foundation Grants The Karpus Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Karpus Family Foundation Grants provide support to organizations focused on helping people and animals in need.	Not published	Varies
DuPage Foundation Community Impact Grant Program Usaga · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Grants Greater Green Valley Community FDN Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Green Valley Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that serve the communities of Sahuarita, Green Valley, Amado, Arivaca, Tubac, and Tumacacori.	Not published	Varies
Animal Welfare Fund Humane America Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
FHL Foundation Giving Grant The Frederick H Leonhardt · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The FHL Foundation Giving program focuses on Animal & Human Welfare in its Winter 2026 Grant Cycle, from December 7, 2025, to January 7, 2026. Interested organizations should email to discuss potential trackable projects.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Pineapple Fund Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K Support programs or projects of community-wide benefit that address local needs and improve quality of life.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Weber W. Sebald Foundation Grant The Weber W Sebald Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weber W. Sebald Foundation Grant supports charitable endeavors primarily in Middletown, Ohio, and nearby areas.	Not published	Varies
1Fur1 Foundation Grant 1Fur1 Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $8K The 1Fur1 Foundation Grant supports U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charities that engage in animal-assisted programs.	Not published	$500 – $8K
Travel, Training and Other Events Grants Universities Federation for Animal Welfare · Foundation Not published · Varies The UFAW Travel, Training and Other Events Grant supports non-research events focused on animal welfare, including educational meetings and training visits.	Not published	Varies
Tipgoomoogus Memorial Trust Grant 1992 Tipgoomoogus Memorial Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Tipgoomoogus Memorial Trust Grant supports organizations dedicated to the care and comfort of small household pets, including dogs, cats, and birds.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Community Impact Grants - Environment & Animal Welfare / Community Development / Arts, Culture, & Historic Preservation Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Community Foundation for Monterey County offers Community Impact Grants to support nonprofits and public agencies addressing critical community issues in areas such as the environment, animal welfare, community development, arts…	Not published	$20K – $50K

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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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