Financial Assistance Opportunities

Assistance from The HSUS

Shelter Partners
This program is designed to provide participating shelters with savings on products and services, discounts on HSUS publications, training events, and more.

Grants Related to the Economic Crisis

Petco Foundation's "We Are Family Too" Fund
The PETCO Foundation is endeavoring to fund local programs that address the looming difficult financial climate with the "We Are Family Too" fund.

Grant Opportunities from Other Organizations

ASPCA Grants program
ASPCA
Attn: Michael Barrett
520 Eigth Ave.
New York, NY 10018
ASPCA grants provide support to a variety of U.S.-based non-profit animal welfare organizations through cash awards, sponsorships, executive and technical assistance and training. Past grant recipients have received funding for projects related to anti-cruelty efforts, emergency and disaster response and preparedness, equine projects and shelter and spay/neuter programs—check our website for current funding priorities. The ASPCA does not accept unsolicited grant proposals by mail, electronically or in any other format besides submitting a letter of inquiry through its website.
Range: $500 to $5,000..
Deadline: October 31.

Banfield Charitable Trust
8000 NE Tillamook Street
Portalnd, OR 97213
503-922-6801
Fax: 503-922-8801
E-mail: info@banfieldcharitabletrust.org or darlene.schwartz@banfieldcharitabletrust.org
Banfield Charitable Trust funds programs that help pets and their families stay together. We focus on programs that provide a direction solution to avoid surrender or separation of companion pets from families. We will consider equine programs as long as the program is designed to keep companion horse with their owners. We will fund veterinary care for financially-challenged companion pet owners and families, programs that help the vulnerable population (homeless, seriously ill, homebound, disabled, domestic abuse victims, military veterans, etc.) care for or keep their pets, companion pet food banks, education programs that directly relate to keeping companion pets and their people together, behavior modification programs to correct inappropriate companion pet behaviors so that pets may remain in the home, and disaster preparedness and response programs. We do not fund spay/neuter, fundraising campaigns, construction costs, or general administrative expenses.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadlines: January 31 (Funding in March), April 30 (Funding In June), July 31 (Funding in September), October 31 (Funding in December).

Bernice Barbour Foundation
c/o Eve Lloyd Thompson
12230 Forest Hill Blvd., Ste. 110-RR
Wellington, FL 33414
561-791-0861
Fax: 561-753-9153
E-mail: eve@bernicebarbour.org
The Bernice Barbour Foundation supports the preservation and care of animals and the prevention of cruelty to animals. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations whose purpose is to benefit animals. Hands-on projects are of special interest. To be considered for funding, organizations must have completed at least one year of hands-on animal care and must spay and neuter all animals before they leave the shelter. Funding requests related to exotic animals, species not indigenous to the United States, or land acquisition will not be considered. The foundation does not fund government agencies, activism, litigation, or indirect costs.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: July 31.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation
Attn: Pet Program Grants
1954 Innerbelt Business Center Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63114
Build-A-Bear Workshop donates $1 from the sale of each 16" Bearemy's Kennel Pals friend (plush dogs sold in their stores) to the Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation to provide grants to animal shelters and animal rescue and rehabilitation organizations. Requests should be made via the online application. Grant applications will be reviewed quarterly and awardees will be notified approximately 6–8 weeks after the grant deadline. Grant recipients may reapply for a grant every other year.
Range: $1,000 to $10,000; average grant $1,500.
Deadline: Applications accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly.

The DJ&T Foundation
200 N. Larchmont Blvd., Ste. 3
Los Angeles, CA 90004
323-465-9955
The DJ&T Foundation funds the spaying and neutering of dogs whose owners cannot or will not otherwise take this precaution against overpopulation. The foundation’s funds are aimed at this specific area and they do NOT underwrite the neutering of dogs housed in your facility or other shelters, nor do they fund the neutering of cats. The DJ&T Foundation awards two types of grants: (1) Spay/ Neuter Clinic Grants and (2) Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) Grants. Clinic Grants are for the establishment of onsite or mobile surgical units, spay/neuter transport vehicles and equipment for new and established clinics, etc. SNAP Grants are reimbursement grants to underwrite low-cost and free spay/neuter surgeries for people who cannot afford to have their dogs spayed or neutered. Both grants require an emphasis on medium and large dogs in high problem, "target" areas. Visit foundation website for detailed information and to download an application, tips for completing the application and FAQs (which are required reading).
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: Applications accepted year-round.

Edith J. Goode Residuary Trust
c/o Carol England, Grants Administrator
700 Professional Dr.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Fax: 301-548-7726
The Edith J. Goode Residuary Trust supports the development of organizational capacity for organizations incorporated for the prevention of cruelty to animals. In particular, the trust supports management and other training costs for shelter personnel. The trust also gives special grants to explore innovative shelter ideas and programs, including evaluation of outcomes. Grants are not provided for lobbying, erecting permanent structures, or paying salaries.
Range: Amount varies based on available funds, but median grants are $3,000-$5,000.
Deadline: Applications accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly.

Handsel Foundation
P.O. Box 6476
Olympia, WA 98507
206-905-9887
E-mail: inquiries@handselfdn.org
The Handsel Foundation gives grants to organizations in Oregon and Washington State working to end companion animal cruelty and neglect. Priority is given to organizations with targeted spay/neuter programs, but the foundation also considers effective adoption and education programs that address animal cruelty and neglect. The foundation focuses on giving grants to organizations that do not receive wide public support. Further, the foundation is particularly interested in funding smaller animal welfare organizations and programs that have the potential to be models for others working on behalf of companion animals. Grants are restricted to organizations with annual budgets of less than $1 million.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: Applications accepted on a quarterly basis; see website for details

The Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust
H. Richard Obermanns, Executive Director
c/o KeyBank Nonprofit Asset Services
127 Public Sq., 16th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44114-1306
216-752-3301
Fax: 216-752-3308
E-mail: obermanns@aol.com
The primary purpose of the Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust is to promote the humane treatment of companion animals. Proposals related to wildlife and other species may be considered. Eligible organizations will be located in Ohio or other Great Lakes region states (including Western Pennsylvania and Western New York). Of particular interest are programs in the following areas: community spay/ neuter clinics, enhanced adoption outreach and behavior training, shelter medicine, humane education, continuing education for shelter staff and volunteers and prevention of human-animal cruelty or violence. Please request our guidelines and provide a query letter before submitting a full proposal. All recipients must be nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
Range: Most grants are from $2,500 to $25,000.
Deadlines: March 15 and Sept. 15 for Ohio; June 15 and Dec. 15 for other Great Lake states.

Maddie's Fund
Richard Avanzino, President
2223 Santa Clara Ave., Ste. B
Alameda, CA 94501
510-337-8989
Fax: 510-337-8988
E-mail: info@maddiesfund.org
Maddie's Fund is investing its resources in building community collaborations where animal welfare organizations come together to develop successful models of lifesaving; in veterinary colleges to help shelter medicine become part of the veterinary curriculum; and in the implementation of a national strategy to promote accountability and transparency in animal shelter operations. For more information on our grant guidelines, please visit maddiesfund.org/grant_guidelines.html.
Range: Amount varies, but generally ranges from $10,000 to $10 million.
Deadline: Applications accepted year-round.

Meacham Foundation Memorial Grant
American Humane Association (AHA)
Meacham Grants
63 Inverness Dr., E.
Englewood, CO 80112-5117
1-800-227-4645
Email: info@americanhumane.org
The Meacham Foundation Memorial Grant (administered by AHA) must be used for construction, capital improvement, or equipment that increases and/or improves the quality of care given to animals. The fund does not provide for vehicles, operating expenses, or general maintenance and upkeep. Recipients must be incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that are current members of AHA at the Agency level.
Range: Up to $4,000.
Deadlines: Applications must be postmarked by February 28.

PETCO Foundation
Paul Jolly, Director
7262 N. Rosemead Blvd.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
626-287-0952
Fax: 626-287-9704
E-mail: petcofoundation@petco.com
The PETCO Foundation’s mission is to raise the quality of life for pets and people who love and need them. The Foundation was established in 1999 as a result of PETCO's continued hands-on involvement with animal welfare agencies across the country. The Foundation has raised and distributed more than $65 million. More than 6,500 local animal welfare groups from around the country have received support from the Foundation. Applicants should be local organizations. Priority is given to those groups able to enlist the support of their local PETCO stores. The PETCO Foundation supports the "Think Adoption First" initiative for all species.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: Applications accepted online year-round.

PetSmart Charities
Susana Della Maddalena, Executive Director
19601 N. 27th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85027
1-800-423-PETS or 623-587-2832
Fax: 623-580-6561
E-mail: info@petsmartcharities.org
PetSmart Charities, Inc. is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that creates and supports programs that save the lives of homeless pets. Targeted Spay/ Neuter and Free-Roaming Cat Spay/Neuter are two new U.S. high impact grant programs that fund sustainable projects that will have a significant, measureable impact on the pet overpopulation problem. Most spay/neuter grants will range from $10,000 to $100,000. Applicants must take a realistic look at what they think they can accomplish and demonstrate they can conduct a program of the size for which they are applying. PetSmart Charities also provides funding for emergency relief, clinic equipment, in-store adoption and conference support, as well as free educational opportunities via its Webinar program.
Range: Amount varies; most spay/neuter grants are from $10,000 to $100,000.
Deadline: See petsmartcharities.org/agencies for details.

Ralph and Virginia Mullin Foundation
2401 E. Speedway
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-881-6607
Fax: 520-881-6775
E-mail: rob@hrtucson.com
The Ralph & Virginia Mullin Foundation provides small grants to assist animal welfare and shelter organizations to become incorporated and obtain 501(c)(3) status. Those grant recipients must use funds for costs directly related to achieving these goals.
Range: Up to $1,000.
Deadline: September 30.

USDA Rural Development Housing and Community Facilities Program
The USDA offers loans and grants for essential community facilities (including municipal and private animal shelters) in communities with populations under 20,000. Funds can be used to construct, enlarge or improve facilities, purchase necessary equipment, etc. Priority is given to organizations serving small and/or lowincome communities. For application and filing information contact the USDA Service Center near you.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: Grants are awarded year-round as funds are available.

William and Charlotte Parks Foundation for Animal Welfare
c/o Donna Pease
700 Professional Dr.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Fax: 301-258-3082
Email: info@parksfoundation.org
The William and Charlotte Parks Foundation for Animal Welfare provides grants for humane programs, including grassroots activities or academic studies in areas such as humane treatment of animals used in research and education; research on euthanasia methods; humane treatment and handling of animals raised for food; population control of companion animals and so-called pest animals; and international projects to improve conditions for animals. Awards may also be given for projects that benefit animals, shelter construction or general operating costs. Grants will not normally be awarded to improve animal health, assist local spay/ neuter efforts, save endangered species, rehabilitate wildlife or support political candidates.
Range: Amount varies.
Deadline: May 1.