AKI's Animal Welfare Organization Grant Program-2025

is the 8th annual grant initiative by Animal-Kind International, aimed at supporting animal welfare organizations primarily in Africa and, for the first time in 2025, also in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). The program is donor-funded and focuses on improving the health, well-being, and humane treatment of animals through various targeted projects.

Objectives:

• To fund projects that enhance animal welfare, including sterilization campaigns, vaccination, treatment, and education.
• To reduce animal suffering and overpopulation, particularly in vulnerable communities.
• To promote responsible pet ownership and humane treatment of working and companion animals.
• To support sustainable animal welfare initiatives that address local challenges such as disease, abandonment, and illegal trade.

Target Beneficiaries:

• Animal welfare organizations based in Africa and Latin America/Caribbean.
• Working animals such as donkeys and dogs, as well as companion animals like cats and dogs.
• Vulnerable communities affected by poverty, violence, and lack of animal welfare resources.

Key Features:

• Open to organizations with projects that demonstrate clear animal welfare impact.
• Funded projects include sterilization, vaccination, shelter improvements, feeding programs, and education.
• The program has a rigorous proposal review process involving experts from multiple countries.
• Grants support both ongoing and new initiatives addressing specific local animal welfare issues.
• The 2025 program is closed for applications; the next cycle opens in May 2026.

Application Process:

• Organizations submit proposals during the open application period.
• Proposals are reviewed by a committee with expertise in animal welfare and grant management.
• Successful applicants receive funding to implement their projects.
• Detailed FAQs and application forms are provided on the official website for guidance.

This grant program is a vital resource for grassroots animal welfare organizations striving to make a sustainable difference in animal protection and care in their regions. It emphasizes community engagement, education, and practical interventions to improve animal lives.

For more details, the official website provides comprehensive FAQs and application documents for prospective applicants. The program is 100% donor-funded, relying on public generosity to continue supporting animal welfare globally.