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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Educational and Research Institutions to Re...

Deadline 04/19/24

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit research and educational institutions for practical and innovative plans to reduce the use of animals in scientific research. Funding is intended to develop methods of advancing scientific fields using...

GrantWatch ID#: 180969

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits and Agencies to Shelter and Perform Adoptions for Com...

Deadline 04/30/24

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government agencies to support entities that shelter animals and perform adoptions of companion animals. Applicants must show a high level of organizational performance and significant impact to be considered fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 178259

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Scholars for Research and Projects to ...

Deadline 05/01/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual scholars for research, projects, and other activities that promote animal welfare. Previously funded projects include adoption programs, animal rescue training, public awareness campaigns, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 170513

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Prevent Cruelty to Animals

Deadline 05/01/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to promote animal welfare. Applicants must contact the funding source and submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of the program is to prevent animal cruelty and abus...

GrantWatch ID#: 181688

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Independent Investigators for Research on Cystic Fibr...

Deadline 05/02/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent investigators for research related to cystic fibrosis. Priority will be given to proposals that advance prevention and treatment strategies, and those that lead to a deeper understanding of disease mechanisms. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 203147

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs and Research Institutions for Research Related t...

Deadline 05/02/24

Grants of $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit IHEs and research institutions for research related to canines. Funding is intended to support studies related to canine activities, as well as research to further increase the knowledge and information base ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179726

Grants to USA IHEs for Instruments and Equipment to Enhance Food and Agricultural Research

Deadline 05/03/24

Grants to USA and territories IHEs for the acquisition of instruments and equipment related to food and agricultural research. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of research, r...

GrantWatch ID#: 202962

Grants to USA Nonprofit Animal Welfare Organizations to Support Their Work at Enhancing the Li...

Deadline 05/03/24

Grants of $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit animal welfare organizations to support their work at enhancing the lives of animals. Funding is intended to support organizations that improve the quality of life of animals through adoption, rescue, microchipping, sp...

GrantWatch ID#: 213560

Grants to Support USA, Canada, and International Projects and Activities Related to Ocean Anim...

Deadline 05/03/24

Grants to support USA, Canada, and International research, education, and conservation projects with a particular focus on threatened ocean wildlife species and their habitats. The first stage application must be submitted and approved prior to submission of a full pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 156544

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes to Construct and Improve Agricultural Research Faci...

Deadline 05/13/24

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and tribal entities to construct and improve agricultural research facilities. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 209222
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Institutions for Projects on...

Deadline 05/14/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent researchers and nonprofit research institutions for research projects addressing practical problems related to the internet. The goal of the program is to support global research collaborations that improve understan...

GrantWatch ID#: 204882
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In-Kind Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Conservation Research

Deadline 05/15/24

In-kind grants of products valued at up to $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and educational organizations to support animal habitat conservation research. Recipients will be provided with products and software licenses for equipment that assists in co...

GrantWatch ID#: 188428

Grants to USA, Canada, and International MDs and PhDs for Research to Develop Medications to T...

Deadline 05/20/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International MDs and PhDs for research to develop medications to alleviate the pain of patients suffering from neurofibromatosis or schwannomatosis. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 213770
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Veterinary Students for Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline 05/22/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International veterinary students at an accredited institution for research projects that promote the health and welfare of animals. Applicants are required to create an account prior to submitting a grant application. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182520

Grants to USA IHEs, Agencies, Research Institutions, For-Profits, and Individuals for Studies ...

Deadline 05/30/24

Grants to USA IHEs, laboratories, federal agencies, research institutions, for-profit organizations, and individuals for studies and programs that address issues related to agriculture and animals. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registratio...

GrantWatch ID#: 203943
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Grants to USA Nonprofit Shelters to Arrange Accommodations for the Pets of Domestic Violence...

Deadline 06/01/24

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA nonprofit domestic violence and animal organizations to ensure accommodations for pets of domestic violence survivors. Funding is intended for a variety of options for pets, including building or renovating areas at the domestic violence ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183121

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and IHEs for Animal and Habitat Protect...

Deadline 06/01/24

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and universities for conservation programs that protect worldwide wildlife and habitats. Priority will go to projects that demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach to biodiversity and eco...

GrantWatch ID#: 170615

Grants to USA MDs and PhDs for Innovative Research on Bleeding Disorders

Deadline 06/03/24 LOI Date: 05/06/24

Grants to USA individuals with MDs, PhDs, or equivalent degrees who are affiliated with hospitals, IHEs, and laboratories for research on bleeding disorders. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for innovativ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193812

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Research to Improve Pain Relief...

Deadline 06/04/24 LOI Date: 05/04/24

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and local and federal government agencies for research projects that will lead to improved therapeutics to treat pain. Applicants must submit a letter of intent in advance of the application de...

GrantWatch ID#: 201172

Grants to USA IHEs to Promote Sustainability in Agriculture

Deadline 06/06/24

Grants to USA colleges and universities to promote sustainability in agriculture. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for creative projects that integrate research, education, and extension activities and effective...

GrantWatch ID#: 183691
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Grants and Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Teams for Re...

Deadline 06/19/24

Grants and fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers and research teams associated with institutions for projects to improve the health and welfare of large companion animals, such as horses, mules, ponies, and donkeys. Funding is available for any topi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181760
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Grants to USA Tribal Governments for Environmental Conservation Programs

Deadline 06/21/24

Grants to USA and territories tribal governments for environmental conservation programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be finalized prior to applying. Funds are intended to support activities that preserve animal populations and their natural...

GrantWatch ID#: 157001

Cooperative Agreements to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Research Related...

Deadline 06/27/24 LOI Date: 05/10/24

Cooperative agreements to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, Tribes, and agencies for research and development projects related to seaweed and algae bioproducts. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 214044

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Countries

Deadline 06/29/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible international communities. New applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve standards of living, address poverty, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Wildlife Protection Projects

Deadline 06/30/24

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for wildlife and plant protection initiatives. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically endangered species, as well as species with lim...

GrantWatch ID#: 186060
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Grants to USA Students for Local Community Service Projects

Deadline 07/01/24

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA students ages 18 and under for service projects to benefit their local community. Funding may be used to support a variety of creative projects, such as improving school playgrounds, developing community gardens, and helping senior residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 156531

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Service Programs Related to Animals, Education, and Hum...

Deadline 07/01/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community service programs related to animals, education, and human services. The funding source is particularly interested in projects that prevent animal cruelty, and programs to assist veterans and their service animals in r...

GrantWatch ID#: 213436

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Wildlife Protection and Conservation Activities

Deadline 07/10/24

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal protection projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for programs related to wildlife conservation. Grants may be used to support comprehensive, creative, solution-based mod...

GrantWatch ID#: 179468
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Broadcasting, Journalism, and Media Projects

Deadline 07/10/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for media projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Program priorities include public broadcasting, investigati...

GrantWatch ID#: 179466

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, Tribes, IHEs, and Individuals to Restore, Pro...

Deadline 07/11/24

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, tribes, IHEs, and individuals to restore, protect, and enhance eligible animal habitats. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 180336
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Grants to USA State and Tribal Agencies, Interstate Organizations, and Tribal Organizations to...

Deadline 07/15/24

Grants to USA and territories state and Tribal government agencies, interstate organizations, and Tribal organizations to address invasive species in aquatic environments. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 212197

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Nutrition-Related Research, Educatio...

Deadline 07/15/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, medical and educational institutions, and faith-based and community organizations for projects related to nutrition. Priority will be given to training, educational programs, and research projects that s...

GrantWatch ID#: 179636

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Academic Medical Centers, IHEs, Nonprofits, and Biote...

Deadline 07/22/24 LOI Date: 05/13/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic medical centers and universities, nonprofit organizations, and biotechnology companies for drug development programs. Applicants are required to register in the online portal and submit a letter of intent prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 191063
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Service Animal Welfare and Environmental Protection Programs

Deadline 08/01/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address the welfare of service animals for individuals with disabilities and to promote environmental and wildlife preservation. An initial inquiry must be submitted before applying. The Foundation prefers to fund projects that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180483
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Grants and Fellowships to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Individuals for Agricultural ...

Deadline 08/15/24

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 183747
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Collaborative Studies Related to Epil...

Deadline 08/28/24 LOI Date: 06/11/24

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for studies related to uncommon forms of epilepsy. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full grant application. Funding is intended to support collaborative research between the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203479

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities that Advance Education, Preservation, and Wellness

Deadline 09/20/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a variety of charitable initiatives in the focus areas of wellness, education, and preservation. For the current funding cycle, unsolicited grant applicati...

GrantWatch ID#: 208315

Prizes to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits, Teams of Individuals, and Institutions for Innovativ...

Deadline 01/10/25

Prizes to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, teams of individuals, and institutions for creating innovative gene editing technology. Funding is intended for systems that will enable the treatment of various genetic disorders, including those whose relevant cel...

GrantWatch ID#: 210341

Grants to USA IHEs for Research to Enhance Organic Crop and Livestock Production

Deadline 03/06/25

Grants to USA universities and colleges for integrated research in identified priority areas in the organic agriculture industry. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Projects may...

GrantWatch ID#: 182886
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Clubs for Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Services

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and clubs to offset costs associated with the rescue of pets. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, supplies, spaying and neutering, and veterinary care. The rescue grant program provides financial assistance to not-fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 147494
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, medical...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to USA Organizations to Protect Wild and Domestic Animals and Their Habitats

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA nonprofit animal welfare organizations to protect wild and domestic animals and their habitats. Funding is intended to support activities such as field studies, research, education, and habitat acquisition. The program aims to assist new and eme...

GrantWatch ID#: 179958
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Rescue Groups, and Agencies to Care for Animals Abandoned During the...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit and animal welfare organizations, rescue groups, and municipal agencies for basic supplies to benefit animals that have been neglected during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Funding may be used for supplies that meet basic needs such as med...

GrantWatch ID#: 200766
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Projects to Protect...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations for early-stage animal welfare activities. Funding is intended to support projects that protect farm animals, with a particular preference for animal adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 173825

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Proposals are invited for high-potent...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422
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Grants to USA Individuals, Agencies, Institutions, and Organizations for Animal Welfare Rese...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals, government agencies, institutions, and organizations to promote animal welfare research. Funding is intended to cover the processing and publication expenses for scholarly, open-access, peer-reviewed articles. The purpose of t...

GrantWatch ID#: 203209

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Benefit and Protect Animals During Emergencies and Natural Disaste...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations working to protect and support animals during emergencies and natural disasters. Grant funds may be used for operating costs, including food, veterinary care, transportation, medical supplies, shelter, or any other ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188871
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Grants to USA Individuals, Nonprofits, and Shelters to Cover the Costs of Canine Medical Proce...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA individuals, families, nonprofit organizations, and government animal shelters for financial assistance to cover the costs associated with medical procedures for dogs. Funding is intended for necessary medical treatments and emergency serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 166151

Grants to USA Individuals to Support Veterinary Expenses for Companion Animals in Need of Crit...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals to support veterinary expenses for companion animals. Funding is intended to facilitate urgent treatment for illnesses and injuries. Funds may be used to assist a range of animals that were recently rescued, including those in foster care, fou...

GrantWatch ID#: 191632
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Provide Health Care Equipment for Animal Care Provide...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit animal organizations and government agencies for on-site health care equipment for animal care providers. Funding may be used to provide equipment for veterinary care providers including, but not limited to, mobile units, low-cost practices, she...

GrantWatch ID#: 180599
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