Grants for Dog Rescues

Last updated October 2, 2026

There are currently 31 open grants for dog rescues in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 17 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Open grants: 31; from 26 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$20K
Total listed funding: $369K; across 17 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 1; 0 with a published date

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Angel Grants Stand up for Pits Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Angel Grants is the foundation's broad program providing funds to rescues, facilities, individuals, and organizations to help with front-line rescue efforts.	Rolling	Varies
Dr. Hildegard H. Balin Charitable Trust Grant Balin Hildegard Charit Tua-Main · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Dr. Hildegard H. Balin Charitable Trust Grant supports the welfare of financially-at-risk and elderly residents in Santa Barbara County, California, as well as the welfare of dogs.	Rolling	Varies
GLCF: Field of Interest Grants Greater Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Greater Lafayette Community Foundation offers a variety of Field of Interest Grants aimed at supporting diverse community needs in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.	Rolling	Varies
Rachael Ray Save Them All Grants Best Friends Animal Society · Foundation Rolling · Up to $50K The Rachael Ray Save Them All Grants support innovative projects aimed at enhancing the lifesaving efforts for cats and dogs in U.S. shelters.	Rolling	Up to $50K
Lupa Animal Wellness Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · 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.	Rolling	Up to $25K
William E. Dean III Charitable Foundation Grants William E Dean III Charitable Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $10K The William E. Dean III Charitable Foundation, established in 2009, supports 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. and D.C. with a focus on animal welfare, education, human services, and religious initiatives.	Rolling	$5K – $10K
Ray Rowe Trusts for Animals Grant Ray Rowe Trust for Animals No Two · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K The Ray Rowe Trusts for Animals Grant provides funding for programs aimed at the welfare of animals, particularly dogs, and the protection of wildlife habitats, especially for canid species.	Rolling	Up to $5K
AKC Rescue Grant The AKC Humane Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The AKC Rescue Grant, offered by the AKC Humane Fund, provides essential financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on canine rescue and welfare.	Rolling	Varies
Cross Charitable Foundation Grant Cross Charitable Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Cross Charitable Foundation Grant provides support to organizations focused on education, homelessness, wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and the welfare of dogs.	Rolling	Varies
Dog Field Trips/Short-Term Fostering Grant Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $1K The Dog Field Trips/Short-Term Fostering Grant from the Petfinder Foundation aims to support organizations in purchasing essential supplies for short-term foster and dog field-trip programs.	Rolling	$500 – $1K
Kia Pet Adoption Grant Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Kia Pet Adoption Grant, funded by the Petfinder Foundation as part of the Accelerate the Good program, supports organizations in the US, Canada, and Mexico with free or reduced-fee adoptions for dogs and cats.	Rolling	Varies
PEDIGREE Foundation: Program Development Grants Pedigree Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $15K The PEDIGREE Foundation offers Program Development Grants aimed at enhancing dog adoption rates by supporting shelters and rescues across the U.S. Established in 2008, the foundation prioritizes initiatives such as transport, matching, and…	Rolling	$10K – $15K
Dog Enrichment Grant Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K The Dog Enrichment Grant, offered by the Petfinder Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life for dogs awaiting adoption through enrichment activities and items.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Athletes for Animals Grants Athletes for Animals · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $3K Athletes for Animals Grants offer essential funding to non-profit animal welfare organizations in the U.S. and Canada.	Rolling	$500 – $3K
Animal Welfare Organizations Grants Petco Love · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Petco Foundation offers grants aimed at animal welfare organizations, focusing on enhancing adoption and medical care initiatives.	Rolling	Varies
Ethel Frends Foundation Grant Ethel Frends Charitable Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Ethel Frends Foundation Grant, established in 1997, aims to support canine care and education in California's counties, including Los Angeles and San Diego.	Rolling	Varies
CFNJ: Great Companions Fund Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $5K The Great Companions Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, supports non-profit organizations that assist companion animals in New Jersey, including dogs, cats, and horses.	Rolling	$1K – $5K
PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant Pedigree Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $100K The PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant aims to support innovative initiatives that enhance dog adoption rates in the U.S. Established in 2008, the foundation focuses on organizations that improve care for dogs in shelters and rescues.	Rolling	$100K
Dogs Trust Worldwide: Small Grants Dogs Trust Worldwide · Foundation Rolling · Up to £10,000 Dogs Trust Worldwide offers small grants to registered, non-profit organizations aimed at improving dog welfare across the globe, excluding the UK, USA, and Republic of Ireland.	Rolling	Up to £10,000
Animal Welfare - Cleopatra Fund Grants Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $2K The Cleopatra Fund provides grants to support animal welfare organizations in the Greater Hudson Valley.	Rolling	$500 – $2K
Community Foundation of the Lake - Karen Jean Rudek Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K The Community Foundation of the Lake - Karen Jean Rudek Fund Grant supports horse and dog shelters, sanctuaries, and rescue facilities, especially in the Lake of the Ozarks area.	Rolling	Up to $10K
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust Grants Scott Kenneth a Charitable Ta · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust Grants focus on enhancing the quality of life for companion animals and native wildlife.	Rolling	Varies
Ohio/Great Lakes Region Grants: Animal Adoption, Behavior Training and Fostering, Continuing Education and Training, or Humane and Wildlife Education Scott Kenneth a Charitable Ta · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust offers grants aimed at enhancing the lives of animals in the Ohio/Great Lakes region. It prioritizes projects that foster animal adoption, behavior training, and humane education.	Rolling	Varies
Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program Harold J Miossi Charitable Trust · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of San Luis Obispo, California, focusing on key areas such as animal welfare, education, environmental protection, support for the…	Rolling	Varies

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Grants for dog rescues by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing: 1 3%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 1 3%
No deadline published: 29 94%

Funders with the most open grants for dog rescues

26 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 31 open grants for dog rescues (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of October 2, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.

About grants for dog rescues

Grants for dog rescues fund adoption, medical care, spay/neuter, transport, and programs for senior and special-needs dogs. Funders include Petco Love, Maddie's Fund, PetSmart Charities, the Grey Muzzle Organization (which supports senior-dog programs), and the AKC Humane Fund for breed-specific rescues. These awards help shelters and foster-based rescues increase capacity and improve outcomes for dogs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for dog rescues award?

Of the 31 open grants for dog rescues Grantable lists as of October 2, 2026, 17 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $20K. The largest is $100K. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for dog rescues?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are Petfinder Foundation (3), Pedigree Foundation (2), Petco Love (2), and Scott Kenneth a Charitable Ta (2). In all, 26 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are grants for dog rescues due?

Of 31 open grants, 1 accept applications on a rolling basis, 1 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 29 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for dog rescues?

Dog rescue grants typically support adoption events, medical and dental treatment, spay/neuter, transport, and care for senior or special-needs dogs. The Grey Muzzle Organization funds programs specifically for at-risk senior dogs, while Petco Love and PetSmart Charities back broader adoption and veterinary work. Breed-specific rescues may also qualify for targeted funding such as the AKC Humane Fund.

Which organizations fund dog rescue work?

Major funders include Petco Love, Maddie's Fund, PetSmart Charities, the Grey Muzzle Organization, and the AKC Humane Fund for breed rescues. Maddie's Fund emphasizes community lifesaving and no-kill programs, and many regional and community foundations also support local rescues. Review each funder's focus area before applying, since several specialize in particular needs like senior dogs or spay/neuter.

Can foster-based rescues without a facility apply?

Often yes — many companion-animal funders support foster-based rescues, not just brick-and-mortar shelters, though most require 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship. Foster-based groups should document their lifesaving outcomes, foster network, and veterinary partnerships in applications. Check each program's eligibility, since a few funders limit awards to organizations operating a physical facility.

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