Grants

PREPARE TO SUBMIT

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

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION

  • First-time applicants CLICK HERE

  • Applicants who have previously applied (and are re-applying), CLICK HERE

Please fill out all sections, compile the required documentation, and submit all files via email to alexis@h-aa.org & jackie@h-aa.org.

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Please note: a site visit may be required.

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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