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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General Grant Program Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Petfinder Foundation's main grant program supporting animal shelters and rescues with various initiatives to save animal lives and improve adoption outcomes.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Community Grant Program Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $40K	Not published	$2K – $40K
Joseph Robert Foundation Grant Joseph Robert Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Joseph Robert Foundation Grant provides essential funding for non-profit organizations focused on the arts, animal welfare, and environmental protection.	Not published	Up to $10K
Community Philanthropy Grants Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies TRHC is committed to supporting the area's charitable and civic causes through its community giving program. This program focuses on local programs that support important needs in the community.	Not published	Varies
Wilson Animal Welfare Fund Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established by Jack and Trudy Wilson to care for companion animals. The fund supports animal welfare initiatives and organizations that serve companion animals in the region.	Not published	Varies
Community Giving Fund The Summit League · Foundation Not published · $10K – $15K The Summit League Community Giving Fund provides grants to support community organizations in the Silicon Valley and San Jose areas. The fund supports a diverse range of community-focused nonprofits, including:	Not published	$10K – $15K
Millie's Mission The Daisy Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies An educational and awareness program designed to reduce animal abuse in Bexar County through public education and awareness initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Narragansett Foundation Grant Narragansett Number One Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Narragansett Foundation Grant aims to support charitable, educational, and scientific endeavors, focusing on public charities in Buxton, Maine. It funds start-up expenses, new projects, and general operating support.	Not published	Varies
PAWS Fund Emergency Assistance Grant Prince William Humane Society · Foundation Rolling · Varies To save lives and assist in crisis situations involving animals	Rolling	Varies
Community Fund Grants (Miami County Community Foundation) Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K	Not published	$1K – $10K
Farm Animal Welfare Grants Navigation Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Wild Blue Dogs Cancer Treatment Grant Wild Blue Dogs · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides financial assistance for cancer treatment for dogs whose owners lack the financial resources to afford treatment.	Rolling	Varies
Margo T. Petrie Spaying and Neutering Foundation Grant Margaret T Petrie Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Margo T. Petrie Spaying and Neutering Foundation Grant aims to combat pet overpopulation in North Carolina by providing funding to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations offering spaying and neutering services.	Not published	$1K – $50K
CFMT Lillian Ashley Fund The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee For over 30 years, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) has been driving meaningful, positive change in our community.	Not published	Varies
Regina B. Frankenberg Foundation Grant - Companion Animals Regina Bauer Frankenberg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Regina B. Frankenberg Foundation Grant focuses on animal welfare, particularly in New York City and neighboring areas.	Not published	Varies
McBeth Foundation Grant McBETH FOUNDATION · Foundation Not published · Varies The McBeth Foundation Grant supports meaningful initiatives in animal welfare, environmental conservation, the arts, children's programs, health sciences, and communications.	Not published	Varies
Movement Grants Program - Individuals Animal Charity Evaluators · Foundation Not published · Varies The Movement Grants Program by Animal Charity Evaluators offers financial support to initiatives enhancing global animal advocacy.	Not published	Varies
Mercy Work Foundation of Oklahoma Grant Mercy Work Foundation of Oklahoma · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Mercy Work Foundation of Oklahoma, established in 1992, focuses on the welfare of small animals. It provides grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 for care, shelter, food, and veterinary services for stray and injured pets.	Not published	$5K – $20K
VAH Foundation Grant The Virginia and Alfred Harrell · Foundation Not published · Varies The VAH Foundation Grant focuses on funding projects in Animal Welfare, Education, Literacy, the Environment, and Cultural Beautification for 2025.	Not published	Varies
Helen Kimberly Jones Charitable Trust Grant Helen Kimberly Jones · Foundation Not published · $5K The Helen Kimberly Jones Charitable Trust Grant supports organizations in Buncombe County, North Carolina, dedicated to preventing animal cruelty.	Not published	$5K
Canine Transportation Van Grants ( previously Mobile Adoption Van Grants) The Stanton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stanton Foundation offers the Canine Transportation Van Grants to support animal shelters and rescue groups in the U.S. The program aims to enhance dog adoptions and alleviate euthanasia rates by providing $80,000 for canine…	Not published	Varies
Foxwynd Foundation - Shelter Play Yard Construction Grant Animal Care and Control Team · Foundation Not published · $50K This grant funds the creation of a dedicated play yard for dogs in isolation due to illness. Previously, dogs in isolation had no access to yards and were limited to only having walks.	Not published	$50K
June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant June G Outhwaite Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Santa Barbara County, focusing on areas such as medical care, assistance for the disabled, and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Yukon Foundation Project Grants Yukon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Yukon Foundation Project Grants support various initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of Yukoners. Established in 1980, the foundation has grown significantly and now administers over $8 million in scholarships and grants.	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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