How much funding does John D. Spurling Scholarship provide?

John D. Spurling Scholarship provides $10,000 annually (five scholarships per year) in funding.

When is the deadline for John D. Spurling Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for John D. Spurling Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Students enrolled in courses of study that contribute to the well-being of dogs and responsible pet ownership.

How often is John D. Spurling Scholarship offered?

John D. Spurling Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

John D. Spurling Scholarship

The AKC Humane Fund Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

$10,000 annually (five scholarships per year)

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Students enrolled in courses of study that contribute to the well-being of dogs and responsible pet ownership

Other requirements

Fields of study may include
Veterinary medicine
Veterinary technology
Physical therapy

Overview

Mission Alignment: Supporting students who are dedicated to advancing canine welfare and responsible pet ownership through veterinary, behavior, and animal studies.

Award Details

Total Annual Award: $10,000 distributed among five scholarships per year
Award Type: Tuition assistance to accredited institutions
Recipient Type: Full-time students

Eligibility

Students enrolled in courses of study that contribute to the well-being of dogs and responsible pet ownership
Fields of study may include:
- Veterinary medicine
- Veterinary technology
- Physical therapy
- Animal care
- Animal behavior
- Grooming and training

Contact Information

Email address provided in application form
No phone calls or follow-up emails accepted

How to Apply

Application Process

Submission Method: Email only

Key Instructions:

Complete the application form
Email completed application to the address provided in the application form
Do not send follow-up emails or phone calls

Required Materials:

Completed application form

Deadline: Not specified on website

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What The AKC Humane Fund Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 4
Total given: $54K
Median grant: $14K
Range: $12K–$15K

By dollars: Ohio 56%, Arizona 22%, Louisiana 22%. Top recipient cities: St Clairsville, OH; Athens, OH; Phoenix, AZ.

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