“I’m Pet Friendly” License Plate Spay and Neuter Grants

“I’m Pet Friendly” License Plate Spay and Neuter Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Missouri Department of Agriculture
Amount: Up to US $20,000
Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Summary

The "I'm Pet Friendly" License Plate Grants aim to enhance spay and neuter programs across Missouri by providing funding to eligible animal shelters and non-profit organizations. By purchasing specialty license plates, individuals contribute to a fund that supports these initiatives. Grants are evaluated by a panel and awarded based on the availability of funds, ensuring effective use of resources to reduce the pet population and improve animal health care in the state.

Overview

You can make a difference for the pet population by purchasing “I’m Pet Friendly” license plates. The license plates, which cost $25 per year for the emblem use and $15 (one time) for the plate fee, support spay and neuter initiatives in licensed animal shelters and non-profit agencies. Your donations will be awarded to select shelters and agencies across the state that meet grant requirements determined by a three member panel and administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture. Your donations are greatly appreciated and will make a difference in the health care of dogs and cats across Missouri. Missouri Spay & Neuter Grant Program Animal shelters, qualifying non-profits and government agencies with current or proposed spay/neuter programs are encouraged to apply for the Missouri Spay & Neuter grants. A three-member committee comprised of animal control and private humane society members from around the state will evaluate each application. Awards will be determined on availability of funds and evaluation of proposals. During the latest funding cycle, the Missouri Department of Agriculture administered the distribution of over $20,000 to spay/neuter initiatives across Missouri. Goal The goal of the “I’M PET FRIENDLY” specialty license plate fund is to provide grants to non-profit organizations or governmental agencies to enable low-cost spaying and neutering of dogs and cats in order to reduce the surplus of these animals in Missouri.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grant recipients must be: Non-profit organizations qualified as a charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; OR Governmental agencies or private organizations regulated by sections 273.400 to 273.405, RSMo that operate an animal shelter.Funds are awarded for low-cost spay/neuter procedures only and cannot be used for any other project.All funds must be used within Missouri, exclusively.