Grants
Funding Better Outcomes for Senior Dogs
Through strategic grantmaking, Grey Muzzle invests in programs that help senior dogs receive essential care, find loving homes faster, and remain with the families who love them. While we do not offer grants directly to individual pet owners, many of our grantee partners provide programs and services that help senior dogs.
Our funding priorities evolve each year based on what we’re learning from grantees, communities, and program outcomes. As a result, our current funding opportunities focus on improving outcomes for senior dogs while identifying effective approaches that can be replicated and shared nationwide.
turning grant funding into lifesaving impact
2024 – 2025 Grant Cycle
2026–2027 National Senior Dog Grants
This year we are offering two grants focused on improving outcomes while helping Grey Muzzle identify effective, replicable approaches that keep more senior dogs safe, healthy, and in loving homes.
Pathways Home Grants: Shelters and rescues receive support for programs that help senior dogs move into adoptive, foster, and hospice homes.
Staying Home Grants: Organizations help families overcome challenges that could otherwise lead to surrendering their senior dog.
This grant cycle is now closed. Applications are expected to reopen in early 2027.
2026 Incubator Grants
This grant was designed to support smaller organizations that are improving outcomes for senior dogs while building the capacity needed for long-term success.
By combining funding with mentorship and educational support, the program helps emerging organizations strengthen their programs, improve sustainability, and expand their impact within the communities they serve.
This grant cycle is now closed. Additional application opportunities will be announced as they become available.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply for Grey Muzzle grants?
Each grant has a specific set of eligibility criteria depending on the purpose and goals of the defined program. Please read each grant for those details.
In general, Grey Muzzle provides funding to eligible U.S.A.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations (including “Friends of” municipal shelter organizations) whose programs improve outcomes for senior dogs.
At this time we do not provide funding for senior dogs that are permanent sanctuary residents.
Do you provide grants to individual senior dog owners?
Each grant has a specific set of eligibility criteria depending on the purpose and goals of the defined program. Please read each grant for those details.
In general, Grey Muzzle provides funding to eligible U.S.A.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations (including “Friends of” municipal shelter organizations) whose programs improve outcomes for senior dogs.
At this time we do not provide funding for senior dogs that are permanent sanctuary residents.
Next question
Each grant has a specific set of eligibility criteria depending on the purpose and goals of the defined program. Please read each grant for those details.
In general, Grey Muzzle provides funding to eligible U.S.A.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations (including “Friends of” municipal shelter organizations) whose programs improve outcomes for senior dogs.
At this time we do not provide funding for senior dogs that are permanent sanctuary residents.
Next question
Each grant has a specific set of eligibility criteria depending on the purpose and goals of the defined program. Please read each grant for those details.
In general, Grey Muzzle provides funding to eligible U.S.A.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations (including “Friends of” municipal shelter organizations) whose programs improve outcomes for senior dogs.
At this time we do not provide funding for senior dogs that are permanent sanctuary residents.
Grant FAQs
As our grant programs continue to evolve, so do the questions we receive from applicants, grantees, donors, and supporters.
This section answers some of the most common questions about our grants, funding priorities, and application process.
Still need more information? Contact our Director of Grants for assistance with eligibility requirements, reporting expectations, and future grant cycles.
Senior Dog Grants, Resources & Insights
Our “Partners in Progress” emails keep animal welfare professionals informed about Grey Muzzle grant opportunities, best practices, and emerging trends in senior dog welfare.
Subscribers receive:
- Upcoming grant announcements
- Capacity-building resources
- Senior dog program highlights
- Best practices from across the country
- Learning and networking opportunities
- Grey Muzzle news and updates
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Our mission is to improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing grant funding to animal welfare groups nationwide.
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