Annual Feline Proposals: Feline Health Pilot Study Award Grant

The Morris Animal Foundation offers the Annual Feline Health Pilot Study Award to support innovative research that enhances the health and welfare of domesticated cats. This funding is aimed at proof-of-concept studies, advancing animal health research through collaborative projects. With a maximum funding of $20,000 for a 12-month duration, the foundation seeks proposals that have a significant impact on both scientific and community stakeholders, ensuring a healthier future for feline populations.

Morris Animal Foundation
Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Denver, it is one of the largest nonprofit animal health research organizations in the world, funding nearly $170 million in 3,100+ critical animal health studies to date across a broad range of species.
Grant Oppotunities
Funding is available through four grant mechanisms: Established Investigator, First Award, Pilot Study and Fellowship Training.
Request for Proposals: Feline Health Pilot Study Award
Pilot Study grants are designed to provide funding for innovative ideas to accelerate discovery and advance Morris Animal Foundation’s mission. Pilot Study awards provide funding for proof-of-concept studies in animal health research.
Program Summary
To achieve this mission, we fund hypothesis-driven, humane research projects with high scientific merit and the potential for significant impact. We are a nonprofit organization that is funded by public support from individuals, corporations, clubs and foundations, and earnings from our endowed funds. Our donors are interested in funding research that results in impactful animal health achievements and benefits both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders including veterinarians, feline caretakers and communities.
Proposal Request Objectives
Proposals should advance the health and overall welfare of domesticated cats including community and pet cats (Felis catus). Projects involving other feline species are not included in this call.
Academic and industry collaborative projects are encouraged to accelerate the translation of results into practice.
Award Duration And Budget Limits
Pilot Study maximum project duration is 12 months and the total budget cannot exceed $20,000.