Funding Amount

Approximately US $3,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

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

Furniss Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Natalie W. Furniss Foundation
Amount: Approximately US $3,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

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.

Overview

NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by the deadline. About the Foundation The Natalie W. Furniss Foundation was established in 1974 through the Last Will and Testament of Natalie W. Furniss, a resident of Longport, New Jersey. She was so devoted to her cats that her Will provided for their continued care and maintenance. Her Will also directed the bulk of her estate be used for the purpose of promoting the humane treatment of animals through contributions to humane societies and other organizations for the prevention of cruelty to animals. Mission To promote the humane treatment of animals. Program areas Environment, animals

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 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

nonprofitsanimal-rescue

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