AI Summary
The Doris Day Animal Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting animal welfare initiatives. With a total of $599.3K in grants paid to 118 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION HAS THE STRAIGHT FORWARD MISSION OF HELPING ANIMALS AND THOSE WHO LOVE THEM.DDAF PROVIDES FUNDING TO OTHER 501(c)3 ENTITIES FOR ANIMAL WELFARE PROGRAMS SPAYING/NEUTERING AND ANIMAL RESCUE.
Cause Areas
1
Animal welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Humane World for Animals Inc
$690K
16%
The Fund for Animals Inc
$255K
6%
Operation Warrior Shield
$243K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
46
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION?
No. DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION give?
DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 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 DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $599 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include Humane World for Animals Inc, The Fund for Animals Inc, and Operation Warrior Shield. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION?
DORIS DAY ANIMAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.