Innovative Grant for Creative Programs Aimed at Increasing Dog Adoptions
The Foundation is accepting applications from nonprofit animal shelters and dog rescue groups in the United States for its 2012 Innovation Grants program.
Now in its third year, the program will award grants to animal shelters and dog rescue groups that demonstrate innovation and out-of-the box thinking that increases awareness, volunteerism, donations and, ultimately, dog adoptions.
Innovation grants range from $10,000 to $25,000 and are awarded to qualified organizations. The grant application process requires applicants to provide a detailed plan of action that includes the program objective, a detailed strategy, a projected budget, and methods for measuring impact. The foundation encourages animal shelters and rescue organizations to look to staff, supporters, and local community for inspiration, and to consider events that have proven successful for other nonprofit organizations.
Special attention will be given to proposals that can demonstrate proof of organizational stability for the program, improved adoption rate, and collaborative partnerships within the community that promote, educate, and/or increase awareness of issues that contribute to dog homelessness.
To be eligible, applicants must be a shelter or rescue group with nonprofit 501(c)(3) status.
For complete program guidelines, application procedures, and information on previous grant recipients, visit the Foundation web site.
