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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Furniss Foundation Grant Furniss N W CHR Tr · Foundation Not published · $3K The Natalie W. Furniss Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. Established in 1974, the foundation provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations, particularly those in New Jersey.	Not published	$3K
Dogs Trust Worldwide: Small Grants Dogs Trust Worldwide · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 Dogs Trust Worldwide offers small grants to registered, non-profit organizations aimed at improving dog welfare across the globe, excluding the UK, USA, and Republic of Ireland.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Mapp Family Foundation Grant Mapp Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Mapp Family Foundation Grant aims to support 501(c)3 organizations in Central & South Mississippi and Coastal Alabama. With a focus on aiding vulnerable people and animals, the foundation encourages applications for grants up to $5,000.	Not published	$5K
Competitive Community Grant- Animal Welfare ( Fall cycle) Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Competitive Community Grants - Fall Cycle by the Santa Fe Community Foundation offers funding opportunities for nonprofits in Santa Fe, Mora, Rio Arriba, and San Miguel counties.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Fuller Foundation: Wildlife, Endangered Species – Their Environment, And Animals Helping People Grant The Fuller Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fuller Foundation seeks proposals from qualified agencies that carry on the life interests of Alvan and Viola Fuller in the fields of the arts, wildlife, and youth-at-risk.	Not published	Varies
Animal Welfare - Cleopatra Fund Grants Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Cleopatra Fund provides grants to support animal welfare organizations in the Greater Hudson Valley.	Not published	$500 – $2K
ASPCA New York Shelter Standards Implementation Grants The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The ASPCA is offering grants to New York State animal welfare organizations to enhance compliance with the new shelter standards effective December 15, 2025.	Not published	$20K – $75K
Web Maddox Trust Grant Web Maddox Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Web Maddox Trust Grant provides funding for charitable organizations and purposes in Tarrant County, Texas, specifically targeting those not supported by United Way.	Not published	Up to $150K
Best Friends Network Partner Grants Best Friends Animal Society · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
TPF Street Animals Fund Turkish Philanthropy Funds Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of Turkish Philanthropy Funds' special programs addressing animal welfare and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
VCA Charities: Disaster Relief Grants VCA Charities · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K VCA Charities is dedicated to enhancing pet ownership by offering Disaster Relief Grants to support animal welfare organizations impacted by natural disasters.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Diane Minshall UBC Memorial Award Grant Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) · Foundation Not published · $1K The Diane Minshall UBC Memorial Award, established by the Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada, honors the legacy of Diane Minshall, a dedicated technician and manager in the field of animal care.	Not published	$1K
Specific Interest Grants - Walls & Turner & Freida Dolby Fund- Animal Welfare Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K Walls & Turner & Freida Dolby Fund- Animal Welfare These grants will fund programs that support animals and their welfare.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Harry A. Merlo Foundation Grant Harry a Merlo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The first step is to make contact with us via email to explore possibilities and fit with the Merlo Foundation’s mission, giving sectors and priorities.	Not published	Varies
Nonprofit Animal Shelter Grants The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Flexible funding for nonprofit animal shelters	Rolling	Up to $10K
Boyd Foundation Grant The Boyd Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Boyd Foundation, established in 2017 by Jenny and Randy Boyd, aims to improve the greater Knoxville area through strategic investments in education, arts, animal welfare, and mental health.	Not published	Varies
Joey Fineran Memorial Senior Fund New England Airedale Rescue Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Assist with expenses of Senior Airedales in rescue and, in special cases, Senior Airedales that have been adopted. National Airedale Rescue, Inc.	Not published	Varies
Lawrence County Community Fund Foundation for the Tri-State Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for charitable work and community needs in Lawrence County The Lawrence County Community Fund was established years ago through generous local contributions to support charitable work in Lawrence County.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation of the Lake - Karen Jean Rudek Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Community Foundation of the Lake - Karen Jean Rudek Fund Grant supports horse and dog shelters, sanctuaries, and rescue facilities, especially in the Lake of the Ozarks area.	Not published	Up to $10K
Adoption Partner Grants (Rescue Partner Microgrants) Friends of San Francisco Animal Care and Control · Foundation Not published · Varies Friends of SFACC awards local animal rescue and adoption groups with small grants (microgrants) to help them rescue all species of animals from SFACC.	Not published	Varies
R. E. Olds Foundation Grant Re Olds Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The R. E. Olds Foundation Grant supports community-based education programs in the Greater Lansing area, focusing on youth, families, animal welfare, and environmental issues.	Not published	Up to $10K
Whisper Foundation Grant Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · $50K The Whisper Foundation provides ongoing support for non-profit organizations in Pierce County, Washington, focusing on improving the quality of life for underserved communities.	Not published	$50K
Onyx & Breezy Foundation Grant The Onyx and Breezy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Onyx & Breezy Foundation Grant provides financial support to animal welfare organizations in need.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants: Capital Improvement Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Winston-Salem Foundation offers Capital Improvement Grants to nonprofits in Forsyth County, NC, supporting projects that enhance physical assets, such as property and technology, with grants up to $25,000.	Not published	Up to $25K

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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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