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Adoption Prep Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Adoption Prep Grants Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Adoption Prep Grants program?

To be eligible for the Adoption Prep Grants program, you must: Completed past adoptions, capacity to grow programs.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Adoption Prep Grants?

You can contact PetSmart Charities of Canada by email at grants@petsmartcharities.org.

Q: Where is the Adoption Prep Grants available?

The Adoption Prep Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Adoption Prep Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Adoption Prep Grants is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports building and sustaining in-store pet adoption programs.

Grant and Funding

PetSmart Charities of Canada

Processing And Agreement

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 75,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 7, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Animal Protection

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

This funding program offers up to $75,000 to support pet organizations in expanding and maintaining successful in-store adoption programs. It aims to increase pet adoptions and promote sustainable animal welfare initiatives within retail settings.

Activities funded

Developing and expanding in-store pet adoption initiatives.
Implementing outreach and promotional campaigns to increase awareness.
Training staff and volunteers involved in adoption activities.
Organizing adoption events within retail locations.
Building partnerships with community stakeholders to support pet welfare.

Examples of admissible projects:

Enhancing in-store pet adoption efforts through mobile kiosk deployment.

Developing an online platform to facilitate pet adoptions and engagement.

Documents Needed

Application form, project proposal, detailed plan, supporting documents as specified in the application guidelines.

Eligibility

Have completed at least one adoption in a PetSmart store in the past 12 months; demonstrate capacity to build or expand in-store adoption programs.

Who is eligible?

Pet adoption organizations partnered with PetSmart stores.
Non-profit animal welfare groups focused on pet adoption.

Who is not eligible

Organizations without prior pet adoptions within the last 12 months.
For-profit businesses unrelated to pet welfare.

Eligible expenses

Expenses related to implementing and expanding in-store adoption programs, including staffing, outreach materials, and operational costs.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities not directly related to pet adoption programs within stores.
Expenses for unrelated operational costs or administrative overhead not linked to specific programs.
Funding for animals not intended for adoption within the store setting.
Activities outside the specified retail environment or unrelated outreach efforts.

Eligible geographic areas

Eligible organizations must be based in applicable regions served by PetSmart stores in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Selection criteria

Quality and clarity of the adoption program plan.
Potential impact on increasing pet adoptions.
Capacity of the organization to execute the program.
Innovativeness of the outreach and engagement strategies.
Long-term sustainability and scalability of the program.

How to apply

Watch the Adoption Prep Grant Information SessionComplete the Adoption Accessibility MatrixDiscuss your application ideas with your store partnersApply online through the designated platform

Processing and Agreement

After application submission, applications are reviewed for eligibility and compliance. Successful applicants will be notified and must sign a funding agreement outlining the terms and conditions before receiving funds. Disbursements are made according to a schedule linked to milestone achievements, with ongoing reporting required to monitor progress.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to review the Adoption Accessibility Matrix and discuss their plans with store partners before applying.

Contacts

grants@petsmartcharities.org

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Adoption Prep Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Adoption Prep Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.