Petfinder Foundation

Mission Statement
To prevent the euthanasia of adoptable pets and support animal welfare groups to this end.
Cause Areas
3
Animal welfare
Welfare
Domesticated animals
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ANIMAL LIFELINE
$125K
7%
THE HILAROO FOUNDATION
$111K
6%

HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI
$57.2K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Petfinder Foundation?
No. Petfinder Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Petfinder Foundation give?
Petfinder Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in California, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Petfinder Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Petfinder Foundation fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Petfinder Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Petfinder Foundation awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $50 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Petfinder Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Petfinder Foundation awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include ANIMAL LIFELINE, THE HILAROO FOUNDATION, and HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Petfinder Foundation?
Petfinder Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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