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Animal Sanctuary Assistance Program (ASAP)

NATIONAL ANTI-VIVISECTION SOCIETY

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Animal Rescue

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Animal Sanctuary Assistance Program (ASAP)

Overview: 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. The program offers compassionate aid when time-critical needs arise.

Status: Active

Geographic Scope: North America (United States and Canada)

Focus Areas:

Emergency medical care for rescued animals

Disaster recovery and infrastructure repairs

Support for animals retired from laboratory use

Care for animals from cruelty, hoarding, or neglect situations

Lifelong care and rehabilitation for animals with no other options

Who NAVS Supports

Sanctuary care: Animals retired from labs or educational use
Disaster response: Rescues impacted by fires, storms, and other emergencies needing urgent recovery and rebuilding
Cruelty response: Shelters responding to cruelty, hoarding, or neglect cases
Species-appropriate lifelong care: Organizations offering permanent homes for animals with no other options

Types of Assistance

Critical medical care for animals rescued from research
Barn and enclosure rebuilds following storms or fires
Vaccines, spay/neuter services, and emergency surgeries
Welcoming and caring for animals needing safety and rehabilitation
Infrastructure repairs and replacements (e.g., boiler replacement for heating systems)

Program Philosophy

Speed is critical: Emergencies can't wait; rapid-response support can mean the difference between life and death
Healing requires more than shelter: Former research animals need enrichment, rehabilitation, and specialized care
Sanctuaries are underfunded heroes: Organizations often overlooked and underfunded despite vital role in compassionate care

Application Process

Organizations facing critical needs or responding to emergencies are invited to "Apply Now" for assistance through NAVS.

Organization Information

Funder: National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS)
Type: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit
EIN: 36-2229588
Mission: Supporting animal sanctuaries while advancing systemic change to end animal use in science
Contact: NAVS encourages caregivers to reach out: "We understand the pressures you face—and we're here to help you carry the weight."

How to Apply

1. Assess Your Critical Need: Determine if your organization faces an emergency or critical need (medical procedures, disaster recovery, infrastructure damage, influx of animals needing care)
2. Prepare Application Materials: Gather information about your sanctuary/rescue, animals in care, and specific needs
3. Submit Application: Contact NAVS through the "Apply Now" link on the ASAP program page
4. Receive Assistance: NAVS reviews applications and provides rapid-response funding for time-critical needs

Types of Needs Addressed

Emergency medical procedures
Post-disaster repairs (storms, fires, natural disasters)
Infrastructure replacement/repair essential to animal safety
Emergency animal care and intake
Rehabilitation and enrichment needs

Application Contact

For detailed application instructions and to discuss your organization's specific needs, contact NAVS directly through their website.

Key Message

NAVS emphasizes: "If your organization is facing a critical need or responding to an emergency, we invite you to apply for assistance. We understand the pressures you face—and we're here to help you carry the weight."

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