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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The Christal Foundation Grant Christal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christal Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations working towards the welfare of homeless felines in the San Antonio area.	Not published	Varies
CFHC: Community Grants Community Foundation of Henderson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Henderson County offers grants to support diverse community needs, promoting collaboration among tax-exempt organizations in Henderson County.	Not published	Varies
Animal Sanctuary Assistance Program (ASAP) National Anti-Vivisection Society · Foundation Rolling · Varies NAVS's rapid-response grant program providing emergency and immediate assistance to animal sanctuaries, rescues, and shelters caring for animals rescued from laboratories, cruelty situations, and natural disasters.	Rolling	Varies
J.W. Couch Foundation Grant Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Due to the overwhelming amount of grant applications we receive each year, we will only accept unsolicited grant applications from Wildlife Conservation nonprofit organizations._ Jesse W. Couch lived a life of zeal, honor, and…	Not published	Varies
AZA Conservation Grants Fund American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums Inc · Foundation Not published · $23K The AZA Conservation Grants Fund, established in 1984, supports conservation-related scientific and educational initiatives by AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums.	Not published	$23K
Love Stories (Pet Adoption Stories) Petco Love · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K	Not published	Up to $100K
Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation Grants: Other Local Needs Howard E Stark Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation, established in 2007, supports small, impactful organizations in the Northeast US.	Not published	Up to $3K
Irving and Phyllis Millstein Foundation for Animal Welfare - Capital/Equipment Grant Animal Care and Control Team · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations serving animal and human needs. Support is available for various animal welfare initiatives with a specific focus on capital projects, veterinary care, and shelter improvements.	Not published	Varies
Thornton S., Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation Grant Thornton S Jr and Katrina D · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Thornton S. Glide, Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation provides grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in California that focus on animal protection, land conservancy, agriculture, and civic endeavors.	Not published	Up to $50K
T. Patrick Carr Charitable Trust Grant T Patrick Carr Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The T. Patrick Carr Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Tarrant County, Texas, focusing on areas such as animal welfare, arts and culture, education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Grey Muzzle Grants The Grey Muzzle Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grey Muzzle Organization offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs across the U.S. Since 2008, they have awarded over $2.5 million to shelters and nonprofits focused on senior dog welfare.	Not published	Varies
Hansen Family Foundation Grant Hansen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hansen Family Foundation Grant seeks to empower organizations that uphold the American values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Nonprofits (Competitive Grant Cycles) Centre Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year Centre Foundation distributes over $250,000 through competitive grant cycles to nonprofits, schools, churches, and governmental organizations in Centre County, PA.	Not published	Varies
Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation Grant Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation supports the diverse needs of San Antonio and the surrounding community, with an emphasis on Bexar County, Texas; its primary focus areas are arts, education, health and wellness, animal welfare, and…	Not published	Varies
Telluride Foundation: Community Grants Telluride Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2000, the Foundation has been working hard to ensure our entire region has access to the resources it needs to improve the quality of life of all residents.	Not published	Varies
I Care for Animals Car Tag Grant Mississippi Spay and Neuter (Span) · Foundation Not published · Varies To support local spay and neuter voucher programs and animal welfare initiatives	Not published	Varies
Make Me Smile Program (MMSP) Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry · Foundation Not published · Varies A sub-committee of the FVD Outreach Committee that provides dental equipment donations and on-site training to shelter organizations and rescue facilities.	Not published	Varies
Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund, established in 1999 in memory of Lauren Townsend, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S. focused on animal welfare and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Lupa Animal Wellness Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Lupa Animal Wellness Fund, managed by the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, offers grants to support programs for dogs and cats, focusing on issues like cruelty, emergency care, and pet overpopulation.	Not published	Up to $25K
Environmental Programs Grant The Bruce Krier Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Environmental Programming Grant supports organizations in Cedar Grove, Belgium, Northern Ozaukee, Oostburg, and Random Lake, Wisconsin, focusing on water-related programs and animal rehabilitation.	Not published	Varies
Neal Foundation Trust Grant Neal Foundation Tr Agreement UA · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neal Foundation Trust Grant supports organizations dedicated to the humane treatment of animals.	Not published	Varies
Microsanctuaries of Color Fund Grant Microsanctuary Resource Center · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Microsanctuaries of Color Fund Grant, managed by the Microsanctuary Resource Center, provides micro-grants to support vegans of color in establishing or enhancing microsanctuaries.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Rescue, Service & Therapy Grant Program Angels Watch Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Gary E. Milgard Family Foundations Grants Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: There is no deadline for submitting a LOI. Our foundations board reviews the LOI’s on an ongoing basis, but we ask that you allow 12-16 weeks for a response.	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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