Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs, including animal welfare work in Michigan, can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations developing creative solutions to societal issues; funding is by invitation, but eligible groups may submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs from the Dan Paul Foundation, including work in Michigan. Grants up to US $15,000 may support child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and related youth-focused initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Education
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience programs, including those serving Michigan communities, can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving predominantly economically underserved populations pilot or scale innovative, tech-enabled solutions rather than general operations.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Michigan
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Michigan can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, and related community programs that may benefit animal rescue organizations’ surrounding communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Michigan Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million offering arts, science, or arts education programs can apply for the Hearst Foundations’ Culture Grant, with awards more than US $100,000. Michigan organizations serving large populations, especially through K–12 arts education, STEAM programs, or artist development, may be eligible for program or capital support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michigan Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in early childhood education or community economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation to strengthen low- and moderate-income communities. Programs may include education for young children, affordable housing, small business support, human services, arts and culture, or neighborhood revitalization, including efforts that may indirectly benefit animal welfare organizations’ surrounding communities.
PNC Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Michigan
Michigan nonprofits serving marginalized communities through health, education, or disaster relief programs can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which works in the U.S. and globally. Organizations addressing healthcare access, women and children’s health, humanitarian aid, literacy, or social services may be eligible if their work aligns with the foundation’s human welfare mission.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Michigan Nonprofits
Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help Michigan 501(c)(3) organizations fund charitable, educational, scientific, and medical programs, with all funds used in the U.S. Nonprofits engaged in animal welfare or rescue work may be eligible if they meet IRS and applicable California tax-exemption requirements and demonstrate broad, meaningful community impact.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s U.S. regional sponsorships may benefit animal rescue groups whose programs connect to housing, hunger, neighborhood preservation, or related community needs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Animal Welfare Funding from Von Voigtlander Family Foundation
Michigan 501(c)(3) organizations focused on animal rescue, service animals, youth, conservation, or veterans’ support can seek grants to expand programs and services. Von Voigtlander Family Foundation prioritizes Michigan charities but may fund national projects when no comparable local provider exists, supporting efforts that strengthen people, animals, and community recreation spaces.
Von Voigtlander Family Foundation
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support social services and humanitarian programs. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller organizations, including those in Michigan and worldwide, working on poverty, disability, disaster relief, or related human and social services become more effective.
Gupta Family Foundation
Michigan Animal Welfare Funding via Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust
Full proposal due Aug 17, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) animal welfare organizations can seek project funding to enhance the quality of life for homeless and abused companion animals and native wildlife. Focused on humane care and animal welfare, the Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust supports initiatives like adoption, behavior training, spay/neuter, medical care, education, equipment, and other innovative animal care programs.
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust Animal Welfare Grants in Michigan
Full proposal due Aug 17, 2026
Humane societies, animal welfare nonprofits, spay/neuter clinics, wildlife centers, educational institutions, and equine therapy or adoption programs in Michigan can seek project funding for companion animals and native wildlife. Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust supports initiatives like adoption and fostering, humane and wildlife education, medical and wellness care, spay/neuter, equipment, and other animal care projects.
Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust
Animal Welfare Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million seeking support for animal welfare, children, education, environment, humanitarian aid, or arts programs, including those serving Michigan, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the foundation considers both domestic and international projects.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Animal welfare and wildlife conservation nonprofits in Michigan can seek storytelling support to highlight their impact. J.W. Couch Foundation supports animal wellbeing, wildlife conservation, and related preservation, education, and wellness efforts in the U.S. by funding projects that help 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits share compelling stories of their community work; awards more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Animal Welfare
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Animal welfare and rescue 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek program support, not capital projects, from the Robinson Foundation. Grants also consider work with families, poverty relief, disaster response, and related services; Michigan-based groups may be eligible if their service area extends below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Michigan Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, including those involved in animal rescue, if they engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve Insperity communities. Insperity supports eligible U.S. charities once per year through philanthropic contributions and sponsorships.
Insperity
Michigan Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits with support for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Animal rescue and welfare organizations that qualify as charitable nonprofits may be eligible if their programs align with these priorities, particularly where they advance environmental stewardship or broader community wellbeing.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Michigan Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment projects that serve Georgia-Pacific communities. Focused on strengthening local well-being, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites organizations located within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to apply; animal welfare efforts that fit these priorities may be eligible.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Michigan Youth Services
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan within 15 miles of a TJX location can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation reviews letters of inquiry on a rolling basis, and selected nonprofits may be invited to submit a full application.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environment and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted funding for environmental or human services programs from the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help Michigan animal welfare and rescue organizations that fit these priorities cover program or general operating costs, including reasonable indirect expenses.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Michigan, can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs and facilities. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts, education, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife protection, and other initiatives that benefit local communities and may include animal-related work.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Michigan Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs in Michigan can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants, part of a national U.S. funding program. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides support for hunger relief, housing and shelters, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community-focused services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief, including those in Michigan, may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports organizations improving quality of life for underserved and underrepresented individuals where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Michigan Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Michigan working on youth development, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Animal rescue groups that also provide community, education, or youth-focused services may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Michigan with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations addressing significant social issues. Animal welfare and rescue nonprofits with effective cross-sector partnerships may be eligible if their work models cohesive, community-building collaboration in the U.S.
Mutual Of America Foundation