Rescue Centre Grants
We provide funding to organisations whose main activity is the rescue and rehoming of UK pets.
How much do we fund?
We provide grants from £250 upwards; our biggest rescue grant last year was £150,000 towards a kennel build.
What do we fund?
We fund the following:
- Vet bills
- Boarding fees
- Trap and neuter schemes
- Food
- Animal care equipment
- Vehicles
- Building work
- Utility bills
How often are grants reviewed?
One‑off grants under £50,000 are reviewed and decided throughout the year. Decisions for grant requests over £50,000 will be made in January 2027.
How often can we apply?
12 months must have elapsed since your charity last received funds from the Pets Foundation.
How do I apply?
Read the criteria to check your organisation is eligible, and then contact us for an application form.
How to apply
- Read the Pets Foundation Grant Criteria below to make sure your organisation and funding request are eligible before requesting an application form.
- Review the helpful documents below to understand what evidence is required. Please have these documents ready before requesting a form.
- Once you’re ready, get in touch using the link below to request the grant application form and our team will be in touch!
Downloads
For more information please contact the the Pets Foundation team at info@petsfoundation.co.uk
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Kit Kat the Senior Survivor
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