AWI has identified a number of funding sources for those needing a safe place for companion animals or those interested in developing a safe haven program in their community. There may be other sources of funding not listed here; if you are aware of additional resources, please contact AWI at safehavens@awionline.org to add them to this list.
Funding opportunities for starting or maintaining a Safe Haven for Pets of domestic violence survivors:
- Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime: Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance
- AKC Humane Fund: Women’s Shelters Grant
- Banfield Foundation: Safer Together Grants
- Red Rover: Safe Escape Grants
- Red Rover: Safe Housing Grants
- Greater Good Charities: Rescue Rebuild
Funding to assist animal shelters that partner with a domestic violence organization:
Funding sources for domestic violence survivors who have to relinquish their pets:
Funding opportunities for veterinarians: