Government Grants for Nonprofit Cat Shelters

There are numerous grants for nonprofit cat shelters across the country. Apart from grants, there are many resources to help shelters with money raising programs, and assistance for necessary supplies or services for the cats within the shelter.

  1. Second Chance Fund

    • The Second Chance Fund is available to any organization that is a member of the American Humane Association. Funding has to be used for medical treatment for animals that have been abused or neglected. A maximum of $2,000 per fiscal year is allowed.

      To apply, you must download an application at
      americanhumane.org/assets/docs/protecting-animals/PA-pro-second-chance-app.pdf

    The William and Charlotte Parks Foundation for Animal Welfare

    • This organization offers two separate funds: a general operating fund of $5,000 for small organizations, and a capital grant in the amount of $5,000 for the construction or remodeling of an animal shelter.

      Application can be downloaded at: parksfoundation.org/parks_grant_application_07.pdf
      Checklist: parksfoundation.org/parks_application_checklist_07.pdf

      Application should be mailed to:

      Ms. Donna Pease
      Grants Administrator
      The William and Charlotte Parks Foundation
      700 Professional Drive
      Gaithersburg, MD 20879
      parksfoundation.org/type_award.html

    Maddie's Fund

    • Maddie's Fund offers grants for no-kill shelters, animal control agencies, traditional shelters and adoption guarantee shelters.

      You can download the grant guidelines and application maddies.org/Grant_Guidelines/Starter_Grants.html

    DJ&T Foundation

    • This foundation was founded by TV game show host Bob Barker and funds low-cost spay/neuter clinics and voucher programs.

      The DJ&T Foundation
      200 North Larchmont Boulevard, # 3
      Los Angeles, CA 90004
      323-465-9955
      djtfoundation.org/1.htm