Guided by our vision - a world where every senior dog thrives and no old dog dies alone and afraid - Grey Muzzle makes grants expressly for programs designed to improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs. We invite shelters, rescue groups, sanctuaries and other nonprofit organizations, whose activities include helping senior dogs, to apply for funds.
The call for grant applications will reopen in February 2025. Please join our mailing list to stay informed about the upcoming grant cycle.
Webinar for Prospective Grant Applicants
Click here for an in-depth look at the Grey Muzzle grant application process. You'll learn more about Grey Muzzle's mission and priorities, the types of programs we fund, grant requirements, and how we evaluate each proposal. We will review the grant application, provide detailed examples of the information we'd like to see in your responses to questions, and then introduce our online submission portal.
In an effort to streamline the grant process, Grey Muzzle uses an online grant application system.
Here is a copy of our application form and budget template for information only.
- All applications must be completed through the online system - we will not accept emailed applications.
- Please note that the Budget Template should reflect the amount you are requesting from Grey Muzzle and be consistent with your grant application. If you are requesting funds to support a portion of a larger senior dog program, please note that, including the cost of the larger program.
- We are continuing our emphasis on results and program sustainability. Applications will need to include well-defined goals, measurable outcomes, and a plan for sustaining the senior dog program beyond the Grey Muzzle grant period. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
- We anticipate grants ranging from $2,500 to $15,000. Allowable costs include medical/dental care, preventive care (e.g., blood panel, blood pressure screening, urinalysis), staff time, advertising and other promotion-related costs, food, emergency assistance, and behavioral assistance.
- Our grant application includes the criteria by which all proposals will be evaluated. Please take special note of these criteria and be sure that your application addresses each item.
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page to learn more about the grant process. If you have additional questions or need more information, please feel free to contact us at grants@greymuzzle.org.
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Once Your Grant is Approved
- You must provide a final report using the Grant Report form which we will provide and participate in a mid-grant phone interview to discuss what’s working, challenges faced, and lessons learned.
- You must submit quarterly success stories and photographs from the Grey Muzzle-funded program.
- You must consent to Grey Muzzle using any pictures or stories from your program in our printed or online media and marketing materials. We always acknowledge our grant recipients when using their pictures or stories.
- You must provide a final report using the Grant Report form which we will provide and participate in a mid-grant phone interview to discuss what’s working, challenges faced, and lessons learned.
- You must submit quarterly success stories and photographs from the Grey Muzzle-funded program.
- You must consent to Grey Muzzle using any pictures or stories from your program in our printed or online media and marketing materials. We always acknowledge our grant recipients when using their pictures or stories.