How much funding does The Nala Fund provide?

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When is the deadline for The Nala Fund?

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How often is The Nala Fund offered?

The Nala Fund runs on an annual cycle.

The Nala Fund

Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Animal Rescue Grants for Dog Rescues

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

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

Overview

Established: 2020 by the May family after the tragic and sudden loss of their dog Nala

Fund Type: Field of Interest Fund

Purpose: To help local veterinarians provide emergency medical care to dogs in need and to provide care for dogs waiting to be adopted from local shelters.

How It Works: Working in partnership with the Bartholomew County Humane Society (BCHS), Animal Care Services and hearts4paws, local veterinarians are able to request funds for dogs in need.

Fund Administration: Funds will be administered annually on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additional Information: Visit NalaFund.com

Geographic Scope: Bartholomew County and local area

What Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 64
Total given: $4.25M
Median grant: $20K
Range: $6,000–$782K

By dollars: Indiana 100%. Top recipient cities: Columbus, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Hope, IN.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
25% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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