AKC Humane Fund Rescue Grant

AKC Humane Fund Rescue Grant is sponsored by AKC Humane Fund. This program provides financial assistance to not-for-profit canine rescue groups for significant, rescue-related expenses, including veterinary care, spaying/neutering, and vital supplies.

AKC Rescue Grant: Financial Assistance for Dog Rescues The AKC Humane Fund℠ is dedicated to assisting groups that protect pets Including those involved in pet welfare, rescue and health, such as the AKC Canine Health Foundation and AKC Rescue Network. The rescue grant program provides financial assistance to not-for-profit canine rescue groups that are taking on significant, rescue-related expenses.

Grants are used to help cover the costs of veterinary care, spaying and neutering, vital supplies and more. Qualifications & Eligibility Applicant must provide rescue or rehabilitation services solely for dogs. Applicant must be: (1) an AKC Parent Club that conducts breed rescue activities or (2) a rescue organization that is exempt from Federal income taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service.

Grant Applications must be submitted with proof of 501(c)(3) status AKC Humane Fund℠ Rescue Grants are awarded for specific projects and essential operational support. The AKC Humane Fund℠ Rescue Grants may not be used for fundraising purposes or capital improvements.

An applicant may not apply for an AKC Humane Fund℠ Rescue Grant if it has been awarded a grant from the AKC Humane Fund℠ twice in the five calendar year period immediately preceding the application deadline. Applicants that are awarded grants must comply with a reporting process as indicated by the AKC Humane Fund℠.

Submitted Applications Must Include The following materials, in this order: Completed Grant Application form with additional sheets attached as needed to answer questions. The original form is required and must be signed and dated.

Regarding your organization, including the most recent financial statements (preferably audited), total current budget for the last completed fiscal year and for the current fiscal year of the organization, and a list detailing the principal sources of ongoing annual support for the organization. Copy of the IRS Determination Letter Confirming Section 501 (c)(3) status.

Full Legal Name of Applicant Tax Status - Does your organization have Section 501(c)(3) of the code status? ORGANIZATION CONTACT INFORMATION- Mailing Address ORGANIZATION INFORMATION- Breed(s) Served By Your Organization Most recent fiscal year end (DD/MM) 1. Have you applied for an AKC Humane Fund grant previously?

If yes, in what year did you apply? 2. Were you awarded a grant from the AKC Humane Fund?

If yes, what year did you receive the award? 3. What is your organization’s purpose statement in its Articles of Incorporation or similar governing document?

4. What is the overall goal and mission of your organization? 5.

List the award amount(s), source(s) and purpose(s) of any grants your organization has received from any grantmaking body in the last three years. 7. Type of grant request: Operating Support Special Project 8.

Amount of funds requested Anticipated project or program period will start PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES: 9. Explanation of Total Project Budget 10. Other funding sources and amounts received or expected for this project 11.

What is your plan for accomplishing the outcomes and your project timeline? 12. What are the outcomes you want to achieve with this grant?

13. What is the capacity for your organization to carry out the plan? 14.

How will you evaluate the success and effectiveness of the program? GENERAL QUESTIONS FOR ALL APPLICANTS: 15. How is your organization working to achieve breed rescue?

16. Since the organization’s inception, cite the number of dogs rescued each year. 17.

How will the grant be used, specifically? 18. Why should the AKC Humane Fund support your project/organization?

19. Please attach the recent financial statements for your organization. 20.

Please attach the IRS Determination Letter confirming Section 501 (c)(3) status of your organization ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Is the organization party to any claim or lawsuit? Are there any business or judgment liens against the organization? Does the organization have any debts outstanding?

Is the organization an endorser or guarantor for any debts not listed on this Grant Application or the attached financial statements? By clicking on this checkbox, I agree and certify that I: (1) represent that I am duly authorized to execute and deliver this Grant Application on behalf of the organization; (2) certify to the truth of my statements above.

Further, by clicking on this checkbox, I agree and certify that I am authenticating the information provided as I would be with a written signature. Any misrepresentation on this application may result in the revocation of the grant.