Funding Amount

Up to $5,000 per organization (up to $25,000 total distributed annually among 5 organizations)

Deadline

December 16, 2026

251 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

High Five Grant

Funder: Friends of NCVMA Foundation Inc

Geographic Scope: North Carolina

Overview:
Each year, the NCVMA allocates up to $25,000 to distribute between 5 qualified organizations in North Carolina. Each annual grant of up to $5,000 promotes community health, education, and responsible animal care.

    Eligibility Requirements

  • Recipients must be affiliated with a veterinarian who is a member of the NCVMA
  • Organization's mission must be educational
  • Funds must benefit the people and animals of North Carolina
  • Funds may be awarded to public or private organizations

    Allowable Use of Funds

  • Essential facility upgrades
  • Supplies
  • Educational opportunities
  • The award can be used to qualify for matching funds from another organization

What Is Not Funded

No specific exclusions listed

    Award Requirements

  • Awarded organizations must submit a progress report, including financial statements, by November 23rd of the award year (may accompany renewal application)
  • Awarded organizations are eligible for (but not guaranteed) repeated grant awards with application
  • Preference given to organizations demonstrating success and fiscal responsibility

    Past Recipients

  • Rescue Ranch
  • Possumwood Acres
  • Bliss Barn
  • Friends of Rocky Mount Animals
  • Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
  • High Country Paws
  • Humane Society of Catawba County
  • Smoky Mountain Wildlife Rehab

Contact Information

Email: info@ncvma.org

How to Apply

How to Apply

1. Complete the online NCVMA High 5 Grant Application
2. Attach any supporting documentation
3. Submit by December 16 for awarding by mid-January of the following year
4. Committee review may include an on-site visit if applicable

    Required Documentation

  • Online application form
  • Supporting documentation (as applicable)

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

animal-rescuecommunity-healtheducation

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