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Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 10
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Sponsor a Pet helps shelters and rescue groups fundraise through Petfinder. Donors can support an individual pet or help other animals in care, and the program provides 100% of donations to participating organizations.
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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
- Minimum amount : 10 $
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
- Fundraising through Petfinder pet profiles.
- Donations toward the care of adoptable pets.
- Use of donated funds to help other pets in care when needed.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Petfinder member shelters.
- Petfinder member rescue groups.
- Organizations with adoptable pets listed on Petfinder.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without a valid email address on file.
- Organizations without a bank account in the organization’s name.
- Individuals.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Electronic funds transfers.
- Checks made out to individuals.
How to apply
- Step 1: Be an active Petfinder member
- Active members are automatically enrolled in the program.
- Step 2: Maintain required account information
- Ensure the organization has a valid email address on file.
- Have a bank account in the organization’s name.
- Step 3: Manage participation if needed
- Email the foundation if you wish to unenroll.
Processing and Agreement
- Donations are collected by the Petfinder Foundation and later distributed to participating organizations.
- Each donation triggers an instant email notification with donor and pet details.
- Before any check is sent, the organization is notified and can update the email on file if needed.
Additional information
- Active Petfinder members are automatically enrolled.
- Donations are sent as emailed, printable checks.
- The program does not use electronic funds transfers.
- You receive 100% of donations.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sponsor a Pet Program
What is the Sponsor a Pet?
Sponsor a Pet helps shelters and rescue groups fundraise through Petfinder. Donors can support an individual pet or help other animals in care, and the program provides 100% of donations to participating organizations.
Who is eligible for the Sponsor a Pet program?
To be eligible for the Sponsor a Pet program, you must:
Active Petfinder member
Valid organization email
Bank account in organization name
What expenses are eligible under Sponsor a Pet?
Fundraising through Petfinder pet profiles.
Donations toward the care of adoptable pets.
Use of donated funds to help other pets in care when needed.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sponsor a Pet?
You can contact Petfinder Foundation by email at foundation@petfinderfoundation.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Sponsor a Pet available?
The Sponsor a Pet program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Sponsor a Pet?
Sponsor a Pet is funded by Petfinder Foundation