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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Pegasus Wings Award The Pegasus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pegasus Wings Award recognizes outstanding individuals and programs that have made a significant difference for animal protection and welfare.	Not published	Varies
John and Maria Laffin Trust Grants Laffintr of John & Maria Tuw Main · Foundation Not published · $2K – $40K The John and Maria Laffin Trust offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on education, animal welfare, medical research, and human services.	Not published	$2K – $40K
Nestle Purina Animal Welfare Grants Nestlé Purina · Foundation Not published · Varies Nestlé Purina Animal Welfare Grants focus on enhancing the well-being of pets and their owners through monetary donations to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt pet welfare organizations in the U.S. These grants support capacity building, capital…	Not published	Varies
Konopka Fund Bucks County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A permanent fund established to provide grants to non-profit organizations that help animals.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grant: Education, Environment and Animal Welfare The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Community Impact Grant by the DuPage Foundation supports programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in DuPage County.	Not published	$5K – $25K
The St. Francis Fund Grant Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The St. Francis Fund Grant Program seeks to provide funding for programs that support animal welfare in Springfield and Greene County, MO. This fund will grant up to $3,400 in the summer of 2026.	Not published	$3K
Project Grants The William and Charlotte Parks · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Parks Foundation currently ONLY considers applications for Project Grants. Awards are usually not more than $10,000 per annum to support projects, research, and other activities calculated to advance the welfare of animals.	Not published	Up to $10K
FourEvergreen Foundation Grants Fourevergreen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FourEvergreen Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the Louisville community through impactful initiatives in youth development, cancer research, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Varies
Animal Welfare Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Animal Welfare Endowment Fund Grant, established by the Community Foundation of the North State, aims to support organizations dedicated to the welfare and care of animals in Shasta, Siskiyou, and Tehama counties.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Harry F. Dise Grant Harry F Dise · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry F. Dise Grant, managed by the Harry F. Dise Charitable Foundation, supports charitable organizations in Prescott, Arizona, focusing on the preservation of historical landmarks and objects.	Not published	Varies
Buster Coleman Charitable Foundation Grant Coleman Buster Charitable Fdtn · Foundation Not published · $3K The Buster Coleman Charitable Foundation Grant supports various charitable initiatives, with an emphasis on religious, educational, scientific, and literary purposes, as well as the prevention of cruelty to children and animals.	Not published	$3K
Rescue Fund - Organized Rescue Groups Irish Setter Club of America Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance to Irish Setter rescue groups for extraordinary expenses related to rescuing abandoned, pound-kept, or owner-surrendered Irish Setters.	Not published	Varies
Pathways Home Grant The Grey Muzzle Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Helping Heroes Petco Love · Foundation Not published · $10K – $500K	Not published	$10K – $500K
Community Grants Program The Rotary Club of Sebastopol · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sebastopol Rotary Club invests in local communities by providing grants to benefit organizations in West Sonoma County. "We are very sorry but no 2026 Community Grant program will be available."	Not published	Varies
Mightycat Innovation Grants Orphan Kitten Club Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K Orphan Kitten Club's flagship grant program that builds and innovates kitten programs in shelters and rescues through targeted innovation grants.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Josephine and Gabriel Sacco Fund for Animals The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established through the bequest of Josephine Sacco (widow of Gabriel Sacco) to support organizations that provide care and comfort for animals in Groton forever.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Racing Commission - Grants Minnesota Racing Commission · State Not published · Varies The Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) operates in the public interest to ensure the integrity of horse racing and card playing, oversee the proper distribution of funds back into the industry, and provide for the safety and welfare of…	Not published	Varies
MF Standard and Mini Grants The Miccio Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Miccio Foundation offers Standard and Mini Grants to organizations in Iowa dedicated to animal welfare. Eligible groups include shelters and humane societies with 501c3 status.	Not published	$2K – $10K
BISSELL Pet Foundation Grants (spay/neuter, microchip, adoption) BISSELL Pet Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies BISSELL Pet Foundation awards grants to organizations that actively help reduce the number of homeless animals through spay/neuter, microchipping, and/or adoption.	Not published	Varies
Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program California Department of Food & Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program, facilitated by the California Department of Food and Agriculture, aims to combat pet overpopulation by providing funding for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non-profits across…	Not published	$25K – $50K
Indian River CF: Animal Welfare, Environment, & Historic Preservation Funding Priority Grant Indian River Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Indian River Community Foundation offers discretionary grants focused on animal welfare, environment, and historic preservation.	Not published	Up to $100K
Forest County Unrestricted Endowment, Founded by Bill & Judy McDaid Grant Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest County Unrestricted Endowment, founded by Bill and Judy McDaid, supports community-driven initiatives in Forest County.	Not published	Varies
BMA Foundation Grant Brian M Anselmo Memorial Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Brian M. Anselmo Memorial (BMA) Foundation (Kansas City, MO) directs funding priority toward youth, family, and/or animal-related circumstances, though the board may consider other needs; applications are reviewed upon receipt and…	Rolling	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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