Grants for Animal Rescue provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
The purpose of this program is to support organizations working for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, and educational purposes. Historically, favorable consideration has been given to…
BARC Legendary Service Award Purpose: Recognize and reward outstanding BARC staff service and dedication to animal care at the shelter. Status: Active (instituted July 2013) Geographic Scope:…
Barnitz Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Barnitz Fund Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Barnitz Fund Grant provides financial support for religious and charitable purposes in Middletown, Ohio,…
BCF Competitive Grants ( Annual Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branford Community Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is dedicated to enhancing…
Bea Arthur Award Overview: Annual award made possible by a bequest to In Defense of Animals from legendary actress and animal advocate Beatrice Arthur. The award is distributed annually in…
Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Beckley Area Foundation Community…
Belvedere Animal Welfare Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Belvedere Animal Welfare Fund Grant,…
Benjamin P. Duke Memorial Endowment Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carlsbad Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Benjamin P. Duke Memorial…
Benjamin P. Duke Memorial Endowment Grant Program Established: In honor of Benjamin "Phil" Duke (1923-2010) Geographic Scope: South Eddy County, New Mexico (includes Carlsbad, Loving, Otis, Malaga,…
Best Friends Network Partner Grants Funder: Best Friends Animal Society Geographic Scope: United States (all 50 states, excluding U.S. Territories) Focus Areas: - Adoption programs - Spay/neuter…
Better Cities for Pets Grant from Mars Petcare Funder: Mars Petcare Award Amount: $10,000 Geographic Scope: Phoenix, Arizona and the Valley Focus Areas: - Support for unhoused families and their pets…
Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality…
BF Disaster Relief Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Banfield Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Banfield Foundation's Disaster Relief Grants support…
Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund Last Updated: July 03, 2025 Summary The Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund Grant supports…
BISSELL Pet Foundation: Partners for Pets Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bissell Pet Foundation Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary BISSELL Pet Foundation's Partners for Pets program supports over…
Boyd Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Boyd Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Boyd Foundation, established in 2017 by Jenny and Randy Boyd, aims to improve the greater…
Breed Rescue Award Program Funder: The Westminster Kennel Club Geographic Scope: United States (AKC-recognized National Breed Clubs) Program Description: Since 2018, The Westminster Kennel Club has…
Brooke USA Bridge Grant Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States only Focus Areas: Emergency relief for equine charities in the United States Overview: Micro-grants designed to provide…
Bulkley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Everett S. Bulkley Jr. Trust Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Bulkley Foundation Grant offers support for charitable organizations in…
Burmester Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Burmester Charitable Trust Last Updated: May 29, 2025 Summary The Burmester Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations primarily…