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The Doris Day Animal Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in California, New York, and Washington, D.C. With total grants paid amounting to $599.3K in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation 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
$670K
18%

The Fund for Animals Inc
$245K
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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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 110 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.
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