Grants for Animal Rescue

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 494 active grants for animal rescue in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Folke H. Peterson Foundation Grant Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Folke H. Peterson Foundation Grant aims to prevent cruelty to animals and enhance their welfare.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Fast Track Grants Program Byrne Family Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Byrne Family Foundation Trust (BFFT) launched the Fast Track Grants Program to address urgent community needs in Dallas, Texas, and Park City, Utah.	Not published	Up to $10K
FY24 MDA Spay and Neuter Grants Program Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust - Medical Grant Geauga County Humane Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K	Not published	$30K
Skylight Foundation Grant Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gary E. Milgard Family Foundations provide ongoing support to various non-profit organizations, focusing on community improvement in Pierce County, Washington.	Not published	Varies
Bella's Voice Charity Partnership / Charity of the Month Grant Bella's Voice · Foundation Not published · Varies Bella's Voice, a Washington State 501(c)(3) animal-welfare thrift-store nonprofit, invites registered WA 501(c)(3) nonprofits with an animal-welfare mission to submit a Charity Partnership Application to receive grants and be featured as a…	Not published	Varies
Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations, schools, and governmental entities along the Hwy 93 and Hwy 75 Corridor in northern Nevada and Idaho.	Not published	Varies
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Grants (Non-Environment Requests) Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust focuses on supporting nonprofits in Arizona and Indiana through invitation-only grants.	Not published	Up to $250K
Better Cities for Pets Grant from Mars Petcare The Arizona Pet Project · Foundation Not published · $10K The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program was created by Mars Petcare in partnership with experts in city planning, animal welfare, and government stakeholders.	Not published	$10K
The Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation Grants Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steven C. Leuthold Family Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) non-profits in areas such as land conservation, environmental protection, human services, and animal welfare.	Not published	Varies
Edmondson Foundation Grants The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $100K The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation focuses on funding established nonprofit organizations in the Pikes Peak Region, primarily supporting youth organizations, animal welfare, arts, health services, community building, education, and…	Not published	$500 – $100K
The Homeless Animals Support Network Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region works with individuals and families to create permanent gifts for our community.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Animal Assistance Foundation Capital Grants Animal Assistance Foundation · Foundation Rolling · From $100K The Animal Assistance Foundation (AAF) awards Capital Grants of more than $100,000 to Colorado animal-welfare organizations for assets (facility, equipment, proprietary software) with a useful life of more than one year.	Rolling	From $100K
Stater Bros Charities Grant Stater Bros Charities · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K Stater Bros. Charities Grant supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to enhancing community well-being in Southern California.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants, offered by Bridge Builders Community Foundations, aim to support programs and projects that enhance the local community. Focus areas include animal welfare, education, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Chula Vista Community Foundation Grant Cycle The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Chula Vista Community Foundation Grant Cycle aims to enhance the quality of life in Chula Vista through effective philanthropy and community support.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Jacarlene Foundation Grant Jacarlene Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $25,000 The Jacarlene Foundation Grant, established in 1988, supports philanthropic endeavors across Florida, focusing on education, animal welfare, and the arts.	Not published	Up to US $25,000
Burmester Charitable Trust Grant Burmester Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burmester Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in Wisconsin, with a focus on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, civic activities, and education.	Not published	Varies
New York State Animal Population Control Grant Program The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York State Animal Population Control Grant Program provides essential funding for low-cost spay/neuter services in New York.	Not published	Varies
Dunkin' Dogs for Joy™ Joy In Childhood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Helping increase the number of facility dogs who work full-time in children's hospitals to bring joy to kids battling illness.	Not published	Varies
RFP 0342- Companion Animal Capital Projects Fund Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is offering funding through the Companion Animal Capital Projects Fund to eligible not-for-profit shelters and humane societies.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant Dorothy a Ashcraft Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant offers financial support to nonprofit organizations in Janesville, WI. This grant focuses on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, education, and health research.	Not published	Varies
ACCF Legacy Grant The Allegan County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACCF Legacy Grant aims to support various community initiatives in Allegan County, focusing on youth programs, arts and culture, environmental conservation, economic development, animal welfare, and capacity building for local…	Not published	Varies
Sunstate Equipment Foundation Grants Sunstate Equipment Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sunstate Equipment Foundation Grants support local charities focused on disadvantaged individuals, medical aid, housing assistance, domestic violence awareness, military and veterans' assistance, and care for abused animals.	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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