Closed
Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers funding of up to $2,000 to support animal shelters with foster caregivers for adoptable pets. It helps cover foster support needs and aims to place adoptable pets into foster care within three months of receiving funds.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
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
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Recruiting and supporting foster caregivers for adoptable pets.
- Placing adoptable pets into foster homes.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Animal shelters.
Who is not eligible
- Foster-based rescue groups.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications from foster-based rescue groups are not eligible.
How to apply
- Step 1: Access the application portal
- Use the Petfinder Foundation Grant-Management System.
- Log in with your email address or create access if needed.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Enter accurate and current organization information.
- Make sure the organization mailing address is correct.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application through the grant portal.
- Step 4: Wait for review results
- Results are sent after the review process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed before results are issued.
- Decisions are sent by email from the grant management system.
- Cash grant results may take up to 60 days.
- Approved funds are sent to the organization mailing address provided in the application.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a monthly basis.
- Results are sent by email after review.
- Approved cash grants are mailed to the organization address on file.
- Applicants must keep their information accurate and current.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Shelter Foster Support Grant Program
What is the Shelter Foster Support Grant?
This program offers funding of up to $2,000 to support animal shelters with foster caregivers for adoptable pets. It helps cover foster support needs and aims to place adoptable pets into foster care within three months of receiving funds.
How much funding can be received?
Shelter Foster Support Grant Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Shelter Foster Support Grant program?
To be eligible for the Shelter Foster Support Grant program, you must:
Animal shelters only.
Supports foster caregivers for adoptable pets.
What expenses are eligible under Shelter Foster Support Grant?
Recruiting and supporting foster caregivers for adoptable pets.
Placing adoptable pets into foster homes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Shelter Foster Support Grant?
You can contact Petfinder Foundation by email at melissa@petfinderfoundation.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Shelter Foster Support Grant available?
The Shelter Foster Support Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Shelter Foster Support Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Shelter Foster Support Grant is a Grant and Funding