US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Missouri Communities
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for funding that supports work, home, and play initiatives. Focused on equitable, high-impact partnerships, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, including groups whose leadership reflects the communities they serve and may also operate animal-related community programs.
US Bancorp Foundation
Missouri Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. Organizations that rescue dogs and also provide youth education, child welfare, or related human services may be eligible if they demonstrate community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing innovative human services programs can seek support to address social problems, including animal welfare, in Missouri and beyond. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from groups with at least one year of 501(c)(3) status; dog rescues with creative approaches to societal issues may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first social enterprises in Missouri tackling major social or environmental challenges can apply for up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Focused on scalable, systems-based solutions for underserved communities, organizations working in areas like poverty, health, education, or related services for pet-owning families may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Missouri Innovation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment projects in Missouri and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include dog rescues incorporating innovative, service-focused technology solutions.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Safety Grants in Missouri
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that fit this program’s focus. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations that may also run dog rescue or broader animal welfare programs if their work advances community safety, education, or neighborhood revitalization.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Missouri Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million, including those in Missouri, can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. Arts organizations that engage youth, provide arts education, or develop artistic talent may be especially competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Missouri
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in health, education, or community services can seek support for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access for underserved people, STEM education, and preventative health initiatives. Focused on community wellbeing, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based organizations, including those with animal-related community outreach, to apply during its March and September review cycles.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Missouri Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities working on education, health, or family economic stability for low-income children in Missouri can apply for more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds organizations serving urban youth in poverty across the U.S., India, and South Africa; animal-focused rescues may be eligible only if their core work fits these priorities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Missouri Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early childhood education or community economic development can access funding through PNC Foundation to serve low- and moderate-income children, families, and neighborhoods. Dog rescues and animal welfare groups in eligible Missouri counties may qualify if their programs advance community services, neighborhood revitalization, or related human and social services priorities.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Grants from La Roche help Missouri nonprofits with humanitarian, educational, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that are managed by accredited charities. Dog rescues and other animal welfare organizations may be eligible if their local programs align with Roche’s focus areas and are coordinated with the company’s in-country affiliate office.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Missouri
Missouri nonprofits and community organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized and vulnerable populations. Programs addressing healthcare access, child and women’s health, social services, or disaster relief may be eligible, especially those serving disaffected communities within broader human welfare efforts.
Semnani Family Foundation
Community Sponsorship Funding from Bank of America
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community-focused programs can use this sponsorship for housing, workforce development, hunger relief, arts, environment, and inclusion initiatives. Bank of America Charitable Foundation offers regional U.S. sponsorships that may benefit dog rescues whose work advances community development, basic needs, or diversity and inclusion in their area.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Self-Reliance Program Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those with Missouri operations, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s humanitarian and social services grants. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help eligible groups worldwide with US $5,000 - US $250,000 for poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and related human and social service programs that may complement animal-related community outreach.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Animal Wellbeing Grants in Missouri
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Dog rescues and other animal welfare nonprofits in Missouri can seek storytelling support to highlight their impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports wildlife conservation, animal wellbeing, and related programs across its preservation, education, and wellness pillars, offering more than US $50,000 to help 501(c)(3) organizations share powerful stories of their work.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Insperity Grants for Missouri Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, including dog rescues. Insperity supports organizations in Jackson, St. Louis County, and St. Louis City that engage its employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work.
Insperity
Missouri Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can apply for grants from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Animal welfare and dog rescue groups whose work fits these priorities may be eligible for this broad, future-focused philanthropic funding.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Missouri Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on strengthening local well-being and sustainability, the Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible organizations within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to apply; animal welfare groups may qualify if their work fits these priorities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Missouri Youth Services
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can seek program funding if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation uses a questionnaire, then invitation-only letters of inquiry and applications, which may benefit dog rescues with qualifying youth or family-focused services.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Missouri seeking support for environmental or human services work can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to fund programs or operations. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help eligible organizations with unrestricted support, including reasonable indirect costs, as part of its global, geography-open funding priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Animal Welfare Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including Missouri dog rescues and other animal welfare groups, can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs and facilities. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation also funds education, health, cultural, environmental, and social service initiatives where modest grants can make a significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Missouri Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Missouri nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving U.S. clients may benefit, especially those addressing hunger, shelter, financial literacy, workforce readiness, or community development, including groups whose work complements local animal welfare or dog rescue efforts.
Ameriprise Financial
Missouri Community Program Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking one-year project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based organizations, including those with animal welfare or rescue-related community services, may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000, with one application accepted per grant year.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, health, workforce readiness, or providing disaster relief can seek project, general operating, or capital support through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Missouri animal welfare and dog rescue organizations that serve underserved people and families through related community programs and services.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Missouri Communities
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofits running safety, workforce, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Dog rescues and animal welfare groups in Union Pacific–served communities may be eligible if their work advances community safety, basic needs, youth development, or environmental stewardship priorities.
Union Pacific Foundation
Missouri Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Missouri working on youth development, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community programs. Dog rescues with youth, family, or community-focused initiatives may be eligible within these categories.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc