Discover 9,199 grantmaking foundations funding animal welfare programs, with combined annual giving of $9.7B. The median grant size for animal welfare is $6K.
Foundations
9,199
Total Annual Giving
$9.7B
Total Assets Under Management
$83.7B
Median Grant Size
$6K
States with Funders
71
Total Grants on Record
254,780
Live programs funding animal welfare that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Who can apply: Applicants must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, fiscally sponsored by a qualified 501(c)(3), or be government or tribal entities. Organizations and programs must focus on Louisiana and/or New Mexico. The Foundation does not fund individuals, endowments, or political activities.
Who can apply: Applicants must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, fiscally sponsored by a qualified 501(c)(3), or be government or tribal entities. Organizations and programs must focus on Louisiana and/or New Mexico. The Foundation does not fund individuals, endowments, or political activities.
From Idaho Women's Charitable Foundation
Who can apply: Must satisfy IWCF eligibility requirements and serve Southwest Idaho counties; proposals should align with the environment interest area.
Who can apply: Organizations serving animals in Humboldt County are the primary focus; limited funding is available for organizations serving other counties in HAF+WRCF's service region.
From Shiawassee Community Foundation
Who can apply: Applicants must be animal welfare organizations in Shiawassee County.
From Shiawassee Community Foundation
Who can apply: Qualifying organizations serving a charitable purpose in Shiawassee County.
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| Foundation | Location | Annual Giving | Total Assets | Median Grant | NTEE | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL FISH AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION | WASHINGTON, DC | $464.4M | $3.6B | $77K | D300 | National |
| Ahimsa Foundation | Niwot, CO | $73.1M | $1B | $8.3M | D20 | Regional |
| Humane World for Animals Inc | WASHINGTON, DC | $51.2M | $543.2M | $85K | D200 | National |
| PETSMART CHARITIES INC | PHOENIX, AZ | $48.1M | $96.8M | $15K | D122 | National |
| THE SAINT LOUIS ZOO ASSOCIATION | SAINT LOUIS, MO | $26.7M | $334.8M | $4.6M | D115 | Local |
| THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS | NEW YORK, NY | $21.8M | $724.8M | $25K | D200 | National |
| Arkansas Animal Rescue Foundation | Sheridan, AR | $19.5M | — | $8K | D20 | Local |
| NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION | RESTON, VA | $16.2M | $186.8M | $23K | D300 | National |
| BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY | KANAB, UT | $14.3M | $194.7M | $18K | D200 | unknown |
| WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION | BOZEMAN, MT | $9M | $8M | $29K | D300 | unknown |
WASHINGTON, DC
$464.4M
$3.6B
$77K
WASHINGTON, DC
$51.2M
$543.2M
$85K
SAINT LOUIS, MO
$26.7M
$334.8M
$4.6M
NEW YORK, NY
$21.8M
$724.8M
$25K
Sheridan, AR
$19.5M
—
$8K
RESTON, VA
$16.2M
$186.8M
$23K
KANAB, UT
$14.3M
$194.7M
$18K
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Top 15 states by foundation count
| State | Foundations | Total Annual Giving | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 895 | $552.4M | View all in California | |
| Florida | 784 | $472.1M | View all in Florida | |
| Texas | 624 | $392.9M | View all in Texas | |
| New York | 510 | $269.6M | View all in New York | |
| ON | 375 | $7.1M | ||
| Pennsylvania | 374 | $90.7M | View all in Pennsylvania | |
| Illinois | 360 | $130.8M | View all in Illinois | |
| Ohio | 297 | $188.1M | View all in Ohio | |
| New Jersey | 243 | $75.8M | View all in New Jersey | |
| BC | 222 | $2.5M | ||
| Missouri | 211 | $70.9M | View all in Missouri | |
| Michigan | 209 | $139.7M | View all in Michigan | |
| Delaware | 206 | $116.8M | View all in Delaware | |
| Colorado | 199 | $131.6M | View all in Colorado | |
| Wisconsin | 185 | $51.3M | View all in Wisconsin |
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$17M in annual giving
$6.3B in annual giving
Median Grant Size
$6K
New Grantee Rate
37%
Accept Unsolicited Proposals
62%
Most Recent Filing Year
2026
The typical Animal Welfare foundation awards grants of $6K. Approximately 37% of Animal Welfare foundations actively fund new organizations, and 62% accept unsolicited proposals.
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