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Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports free or reduced-fee adoptions for dogs and cats. Funding is based on the number of adoptable pets posted on Petfinder.com, and grants are awarded monthly until funds are depleted.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
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
- Animal Protection
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free or reduced-fee adoptions for dogs and cats.
Documents Needed
- Organization profile in the grant portal.
- EIN or tax ID number.
- Monthly intake and adoption numbers.
- Grant report with at least one photograph.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Shelters.
- Rescue groups.
- Adoption organizations.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed monthly by the Petfinder Foundation team.
- Applicants are notified by email if approved.
- A grant report must be completed after the funds are used.
- The report must be completed fully and include at least one photograph.
Additional information
- Organizations can receive only one Adoption Grant per calendar year.
- Grantees must report the number of pets adopted through the grant.
- Grantees must share the story and a photograph of at least one adopted pet.
- Portions of the grant report may be published on the organization’s website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption. 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 No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption?
This program supports free or reduced-fee adoptions for dogs and cats. Funding is based on the number of adoptable pets posted on Petfinder.com, and grants are awarded monthly until funds are depleted.
Who is eligible for the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption program?
To be eligible for the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption program, you must:
Active Petfinder membership.
Up-to-date pet listings.
Self-sustaining organization.
What expenses are eligible under No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption?
Free or reduced-fee adoptions for dogs and cats.
Who can I contact for more information about the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption?
You can contact Petfinder Foundation by email at foundation@petfinderfoundation.org or by phone at 520-207-0626.
Where is the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption available?
The No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption program is available across Canada.
Is the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption a grant, loan, or tax credit?
No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption?
No Fee/Low Fee All Love Adoption is funded by Petfinder Foundation