Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Animal Rescue Fund provides up to $2,000 per application to support not-for-profit pet rescue organizations. It funds animal care and adoption-related initiatives in the City of Edmonton, including medical and dental care, spay and neuter services, vaccinations, microchipping, tattooing, and behavior training.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Medical and dental care for rescued animals.
- Animal identification through microchipping or tattooing.
- Behavior training for qualifying animals.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincially registered not-for-profit pet rescue organizations.
- Federally registered not-for-profit pet rescue organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Medical and dental care for rescued animals, including vaccinations and spay/neuter services.
- Microchipping or tattooing for animal identification.
- Behavior training classes for qualifying animals.
Eligible geographic areas
- Edmonton, Alberta.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis each quarter.
Additional information
- Applications are assessed on a first come, first served basis each quarter.
- The program supports rescue animals within the City of Edmonton.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Animal Rescue Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Animal Rescue Fund. 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.
What is the Animal Rescue Fund?
The Animal Rescue Fund provides up to $2,000 per application to support not-for-profit pet rescue organizations. It funds animal care and adoption-related initiatives in the City of Edmonton, including medical and dental care, spay and neuter services, vaccinations, microchipping, tattooing, and behavior training.
How much funding can be received?
Animal Rescue Fund Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Animal Rescue Fund program?
To be eligible for the Animal Rescue Fund program, you must:
Registered not-for-profit pet rescue organization.
Serves rescued animals in Edmonton.
Project aligned with animal care goals.
What expenses are eligible under Animal Rescue Fund?
Medical and dental care for rescued animals.
Animal identification through microchipping or tattooing.
Behavior training for qualifying animals.
Who can I contact for more information about the Animal Rescue Fund?
You can contact City of Edmonton by email at jenn.bewick@edmonton.ca.
Where is the Animal Rescue Fund available?
The Animal Rescue Fund program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Animal Rescue Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Animal Rescue Fund is a Grant and Funding