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Animal Welfare Organization Grants
Innovative animal welfare funding in Canada
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Maximum funding amount is not specified. Limited funds support innovative educational, research, and public outreach projects that improve animal welfare in Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Innovative educational projects on animal welfare.
- Animal welfare research projects.
- Public outreach and awareness initiatives.
- Projects to improve animal welfare policy or practice.
- Projects whose results can be shared or replicated nationally.
Documents Needed
- Project Eligibility Proposal form
- Full Project Proposal form, if shortlisted
- AWFC budget template
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Canadian charities
- Registered Canadian non-profit organizations
- Animal welfare organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations.
- Applicants proposing completed projects.
- Fundraising events, bursaries, or scholarships.
Eligible expenses
- Staff and consultant fees.
- Project materials and printing.
- Travel directly related to the project.
- Development costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- For-profit organizations.
- Fundraising events.
- Bursaries and scholarships.
- Projects already completed before the application.
- Direct animal care, veterinary, spay and neuter, transport, capital, shelter, or financing costs unless part of an eligible research, education, or public outreach project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with AWFC vision and strategic direction.
- Innovation and clear added value.
- National impact or potential for replication across Canada.
- Significant animal welfare impact, especially for hard-to-fund projects.
- Clear need and realistic scope and timeline.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit Project Eligibility Proposal
- Complete the online Project Eligibility Proposal.
- Submit it no later than September 30.
- Step 2: Shortlist review
- AWFC reviews the proposal.
- Applicants selected for the short list are invited to continue.
- Step 3: Submit Full Project Proposal
- Complete the emailed Full Project Proposal form if shortlisted.
- Submit the full proposal by November 15.
- Step 4: Final decision and payment
- AWFC’s Board reviews the full proposals.
- Applicants are notified of the funding decision.
- If approved, cheques are mailed in January.
Processing and Agreement
- The Project Eligibility Proposal is reviewed first.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited to submit a Full Project Proposal.
- The Full Project Proposal is reviewed separately, then the Board makes the funding decision.
- Applicants are notified of the decision, and approved cheques are mailed in January.
Additional information
- AWFC support should be publicly acknowledged.
- Progress reports and a final report are required.
- Knowledge-sharing outputs may be requested.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Animal Welfare Organization Grants Program
What is the Animal Welfare Organization Grants?
Maximum funding amount is not specified. Limited funds support innovative educational, research, and public outreach projects that improve animal welfare in Canada.
Who is eligible for the Animal Welfare Organization Grants program?
To be eligible for the Animal Welfare Organization Grants program, you must:
Registered Canadian charity or nonprofit
Legally registered and in good standing
Project aligned with AWFC priorities
What expenses are eligible under Animal Welfare Organization Grants?
Innovative educational projects on animal welfare.
Animal welfare research projects.
Public outreach and awareness initiatives.
Projects to improve animal welfare policy or practice.
Projects whose results can be shared or replicated nationally.
Who can I contact for more information about the Animal Welfare Organization Grants?
You can contact Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC).
Where is the Animal Welfare Organization Grants available?
The Animal Welfare Organization Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Animal Welfare Organization Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Animal Welfare Organization Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Animal Welfare Organization Grants?
Animal Welfare Organization Grants is funded by Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC)