The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation® provides grants to families that are in need of financial assistance to keep their dog healthy and in their home and to rescue groups and shelters with a dog who needs medical care before they can be made available for adoption.
Next funding deadline
Rolling deadline
Timing Notes
Completed grant applications are reviewed twice per month. After the review, notifications are sent to the applicants to let them know whether their grant request has been approved. Checks for each grant review period are distributed within five business days of the end of the review period and sent directly to the presiding veterinarian.
Max Award Amount
1500
Cost share/match Required
No
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit with 501C3 Status
Other
Eligibile Geographies
US
Eligibility Notes
Individuals, families, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, and government animal shelters may all apply for a grant for one dog per calendar year. Grants may cover necessary medical treatment for the dog for a one-time scenario. Ailments that are eligible include, but are not limited to: broken limb repair, amputation, cancer treatment, heart defect repair. Grants are meant to cover necessary medical treatments for certain conditions and illnesses and are not available for spay or neuter surgeries, dental work, preventative care, chronic disease, ongoing treatments, or end-of-life care.