Funding Amount

Approximately US $3,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Applications are accepted year-round, with a focus on humane societies and similar organizations that prevent cruelty to animals.”

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Funds are distributed to humane societies or other organizations furthering the prevention of cruelty to animals.

Overview

The Natalie W. Furniss Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. Established in 1974, the foundation provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations, particularly those in New Jersey. Applications are accepted year-round, with a focus on humane societies and similar organizations that prevent cruelty to animals. This grant exemplifies a commitment to animal welfare and environmental stewardship, reflecting the foundation's mission to promote humane practices.

NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by the deadline.

Eligibility

To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Funds are distributed to humane societies or other organizations furthering the prevention of cruelty to animals.

What Furniss N W CHR Tr actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
3
Total given
$12K
Median grant
$5,000
Range
$2,000–$5,000
  • By dollars: New Jersey 100%. Top recipient cities: Medford, NJ; Flanders, NJ; East Hanover, NJ.

Example grants

  • Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge Inc · Medford, NJ

    $5,000

  • The 11TH Hour Animal Rescue Inc · Flanders, NJ

    General operating

    $5,000

  • Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter Inc · East Hanover, NJ

    General operating

    $2,000

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Animal rescue

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