Grants

PREPARE TO SUBMIT

Please familiarize yourself with the guidelines and information that will be requested below before applying (see below).

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION

Submit all required documentation and information requested in our electronic PDF form application by email to alexis@h-aa.org.

Please note: a site visit may be requested.

TEAM REVIEW & DECISION

Upon receipt, your application will be reviewed by our Board of Directors and put to a formal vote. You will then be notified whether the application has been accepted or declined.

THINGS TO know BEFORE APPLYING:

  • Before applying, please review our mission to confirm clear alignment between your proposal and our goals. Your application’s relevance to H-AA’s mission, alignment with our current priorities, and the potential for impact are all critical aspects of our decision-making process.

  • ONLY qualified public charities under section 501(c)(3) will be considered. Your organization must have a valid US IRS Tax ID.

  • Organizations must be at least three (3) years old to be considered.

  • Applications must include a Form 990 from the previous year.

  • Applications must include a minimum of two (2) letters of reference and/or client testimonials.

  • Organizations that incorporate live animals into their programs must provide proof of insurance. All animals must also be overseen by a licensed veterinarian and current on vaccinations.

  • The Human-Animal Alliance does not grant or lend money to individuals, for-profit companies, requests from outside the United States, advocacy groups, and political causes or events.

  • As a matter of policy, The Human-Animal Alliance does NOT fund overhead expenses. Please do not apply for a grant requesting funds for overhead (e.g., salaries, marketing expenses, software upgrades, etc.) All grant funds must directly impact humans and/or animals.

  • The Human-Animal Alliance does not fund research projects.

  • If a grant is awarded to your organization, you will be notified and sent a formal grant agreement to be signed/accepted. If your application is denied, you will receive a response with a brief explanation of our decision.

  • Submission of an application (or invitation by H-AA to submit an application) does NOT imply a commitment of funding from The Human-Animal Alliance.

  • Only complete applications will be considered.

  • Applications are limited to one (1) per calendar year, per organization.

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