Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for media projects that raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry or contact program staff prior to applying. The purpose of this program is to support a quality, non-commercial media that is substantive, fair, ...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal welfare programs, projects, and activities. New applicants are recommended to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding will be provided for the following two types of activities: - Efforts that aim to promote humane treatment and care of domestic anim...

Grants to Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Texas nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area, or to address eligible global concerns. Focus areas include nutrition and agriculture, water resources and habitat conservation, and protection and en...

Grants to USA animal shelters, adoption organizations, and nonprofit rescue organizations for animal control, welfare, sheltering and adoption, and spay and neuter programs. Organizations supporting service, therapy, and working animals are also supported. The Foundation is proud to support organizations that care for a...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, land conservation groups, and public riding areas to promote safe and responsible usage of off-highway vehicles. Eligible programs include those that educate the public on the proper use of land for outdoor recreation and practices that protect access to public lands. T...

Grants of up to $3,000 to nonprofits in USA and Canada and their federally recognized territories to support programs that save native species and wild ecosystems. Funding may be used for public policy work, litigation, advocacy, and development of citizen science. The Fund for Wild Nature supports biocentric goals that...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs with a broad charitable focus in the Peoria area. Applicants should demonstrate how programs will enhance the local quality of life, address a community need, and be sustainable in the long term. The Committee supports projects and programs that: - Reflect the ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for exploratory and broad-interest projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. Funding is intended for the following areas of focus: wildlife, the human journey, or the changing pl...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for projects in the areas of education, conservation, storytelling, research, or technology. Proposals are expected to demonstrate successful completion of similar projects with tangible and/or measurable results.

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits to support sustainable forest management and to involve communities in efforts to build understanding of the value of forests and biodiversity. The research generated by these projects is intended to assess conservation values and improve forest management. There are two types of gran...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and institutions for projects and activities that promote the protection of endangered species and their habitats. Funding will specifically be provided for species preservation activities, scientific research projects, and conservation education progra...

Grants of up to $60,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to USA nonprofits for programs that provide access to emergency and restorative dental care for individuals in need, and to provide assistance dogs to veterans and individuals with disabilities. In the oral health focus area, the Foundation supports the following type...

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits, groups, and businesses to conserve, protect, and restore important wildlife habitats in ponds, rivers, swamps, wetlands, and streams. Consideration will be given to both new and ongoing projects. Applications are invited from innovative groups in local communi...

Grants ranging from $100 to $500 to USA schools, nonprofit places of learning, churches, and nature centers for projects that promote an appreciation of nature by using or developing natural landscapes and native plants. Funding is intended to cover the costs of seeds and native plants. Wild Ones is looking for project...

Prizes of $10,000, $15,000, and $30,000 to USA teams of students in grades 6 through 12 for submitting winning projects that offer creative solutions to environmental concerns in the areas of land and water, and air and climate. Topics can address the issues of pollution, deforestation, biodiversity, global warming, or wat...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations that provide emergency shelter to domestic violence victims to offer pet housing to beneficiaries. This grant seeks to fill critical funding gaps to enable domestic violence shelters to provide co-sheltering options for survivors and their pets. Grants may be used t...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit domestic violence shelters to collaborate with local animal welfare organizations to offer off-site housing for pets of shelter beneficiaries. Partner organizations could include rescue sanctuaries or animal shelters. Funding will be used to build housing at the animal shelter facil...

In-Kind Grants of $200 in the form of gift cards to USA individuals and community, school, and nonprofit groups for youth-led community service projects. Funding is intended for youth to identify and address a priority community need through a service campaign for animals, people, or the environment. Successful Roots &...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofits for programs which benefit animals and their caregivers. A Letter of Introduction must be submitted by January 31, 2018. Funding is intended to provide support to organizations who work with animals to continue their work, help them offer additional services, or expand their reach t...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Grants to USA nonprofit and governmental equine welfare and animal welfare organizations that care for horses, donkeys, ponies, and mules. This program seeks to support equine-focused organizations that meet best practices in both equine care and nonprofit management. Consideration will be given to applications in the foll...

Grants of up to $4,000 to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin educators to teach youth about sustainable agriculture. Consideration will be given to projects that encourage youth and their parents to engage with sustainable practices and ...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois PreK-12 teachers, youth group leaders, and nature center personnel to engage students in hands-on environmental stewardship activities. Projects must be implemented on school grounds or other public spaces, such as parks, nature centers, and forest preserve district lands. Projects m...

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA organizations and individuals to support the development of programs to protect domestic and wild animals and their habitats. Funding may be used for one-time needs, the development of new programs, educational initiatives, or to foster innovative new initiatives. First Steps Grant Progra...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and government agencies to develop new drugs for animals that may be used in minor species or for minor uses in major species. Applicants are advised that the required registrations may take up to six weeks to complete. This Funding Opportunity Anno...

Grants averaging between $550 and $2,500 to USA artists, nonprofits, and IHEs for art projects that educate the public on important contemporary issues. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations that are often excluded from mainstream opportunities for various reasons. The Foundation is interested in art p...

Award of $2,500 to a USA active police officer working to promote community kinship and police canine safety awareness in their local neighborhoods. Nominees should work to positively change the lives of canines in the community, promote nonviolent resolutions to community animal complaints, and work to reunite lost dogs. ...

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA and Canada animal shelters, rescue agencies, and individuals to assist with costs of urgent medical care for animals that are injured, abused, or neglected. Funding is intended to relieve financial strain, help animals recover, and eventually be permanently adopted.

Grants to nonprofit organizations, schools, and public municipalities in multiple states for programs in education, the environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment. Eligible locations can be found in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kent...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits and agencies to fund disaster relief efforts for animals. Funding is intended to support organizations offering financial or physical assistance in local recovery efforts for either natural or man-made disasters. Examples of man-made disasters (but not limited to): po...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects related to ocean conservation, with a focus on supporting marine protected areas (MPAs) and sustainable fishing. Funds may be used for scientific research, to prepare policy analysis, to support management, or to aid in public co...

Grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and law enforcement agencies for the elimination and prevention of animal cruelty. Consideration will be given to requests falling under one of the following priority categories: -Animal cruelty investigation programs (limited to o...

Grants to USA nonprofit animal welfare organizations and government agencies for immediate emergency assistance to animals impacted by natural and other disasters. Funding is also intended for organizations that are helping another organization in need, but have not themselves been directly affected by a disaster. A di...

Grants of up to $125 and In-kind grants of pet store discounts to USA and Canada PreK-9 public and private school teachers to purchase classroom pets, or to help cover the costs of current pet maintenance. Funding is intended to provide children with the experience of bonding with and caring for their pets responsibly. ...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, research institutions, and individuals for innovative agricultural research that will position the nation at the forefront of global agriculture. Proposals are invited for high-potential research addressing unmet agricultural challenges. This program are...

Grants to Illinois government agencies to support the development of public parks and outdoor recreation facilities in Madison and St. Clair Counties. Funding may be requested for the acquisition or development of land, as well as recreational site development and enhancements. Request Types: There are two types of MEP...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that seek to build a more sustainable, just, and humane world. Specific funding areas include measuring human progress, animal advocacy, and independent media. Though the Foundation currently supports projects in Global HIV/AIDS, it is not currently accepting any other AID...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations that provide disaster relief services to their communities. This fund also supports rescue shelters, animals hospitals, and clubs whose regular services to pets have been directly interrupted or affected by natural disasters. Funding may be used for disaster relief purp...

Grants to Illinois law enforcement agencies to overcome budget restrictions and the costs associated with acquiring and deploying highly skilled, operationally efficient, working police service dogs. Funding will be provided to help qualifying law enforcement agencies cover the purchase costs of the canine from K9 Working ...

Grants to USA nonprofits and agencies, including public schools and parks, in areas where the funding source does business for programs that help build stronger communities by encouraging employee involvement, working with area schools, and supporting environmental stewardship. Eligible areas include communities in the ...

Grants to USA organizations for programs in the areas of natural resource preservation, land and water conservation, environmental sustainability, and efforts to establish a sustainable population. In Southwest Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, grants are also awarded to local organizations addressing environmental and conserv...

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA nonprofit women's shelters for operational support to assist in the housing of pets or capital improvements, especially for the housing and maintenance of pets. Funding is intended to facilitate the process of accommodating pets in women’s shelters in order to help break the cycle of domesti...

Grants to USA nonprofits for programs and projects that focus on humanitarian support, disadvantaged children, arts and culture, education, the environment, and animal welfare. Priorities for each of these focus areas are outlined below. Children: The Hansen Family Foundation supports causes dedicated to helping childr...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs that provide services to low or middle-income individuals in the areas of community, education, and environment. Priority is given to nonprofits serving communities in which the funding source has a strong presence. Focus areas for funding are: Commun...

Grants of up to $500 to USA state and individual garden clubs, and plant societies for educational programs on wildflowers and native flora. Organizations may collaborate with agencies and other organizations to co-sponsor a forum. Transportation departments or state highways need publicity and support for their plantin...

Grants of up to $1,000 to Peoria area, Illinois nonprofit organizations and local, county, state, and federal government agencies for special and unforeseen projects. Funding is intended to benefit individuals living within a fifty-mile radius of the City of Peoria (excluding Knox and McLean County). Funding may be us...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits, cities and counties, educational institutions, and tribal authorities for relief, recovery, and rescue efforts in the event of disasters that affect pets. Funding is intended for organizations to help pets in need that have been impacted by natural disasters such as fires, floods, and h...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Canada individuals or shelter and rescue groups for financial assistance to cover the costs associated with a dog's medical procedure. Funding is intended for necessary medical treatments and emergency services. Grants are designed to help families facing hardship who need assistance to be...

Grants to Illinois, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Texas, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Program areas include education, arts and culture, environment, and neighborhood development. Funding may be requested for program support or event and spons...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that focus on human, animal, and plant welfare. Funding is intended for project support as well as general support. Applications of the highest interest are those with quantitatively measurable and direct impact on the focus area.