Fundraising Strategies for Dog Rescue in 2025

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Top 5 grants for Dog Rescue nonprofits in 2025

Unlock funding for your nonprofit with grants designed for Dog Rescue. Explore government, foundation, and corporate grants to expand your impact.

Grey Muzzle Organization Grant

Grey Muzzle Organization

$2,500 - $15,000

Foundation

Grants for 501(c)(3) organizations whose activities include helping senior dogs. Focuses on programs designed to improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs.

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PEDIGREE Foundation Program Development Grant

PEDIGREE Foundation

$10,000 - $15,000

Foundation

Supports activities that enhance programming capabilities of shelters or rescues, with the goal of improving dog adoption rates. For expansion of current programs or creation of new ones.

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Petco Love Animal Welfare Organization Grant

Petco Love

Varies

Foundation

For organizations whose primary purpose is sheltering and adoptions. Supports nonprofits and animal welfare organizations that care for animals in need.

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ASPCA Grant

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Varies

Foundation

Provides support to U.S.-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations through cash grants, sponsorships, and training. Multiple grant categories available.

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Banfield Foundation Community Care Grant

Banfield Foundation

Varies

Foundation

Funds U.S. programs designed to keep pets and owners together. Various opportunities exist for 501(c)(3) organizations focused on animal welfare.

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Top 5 companies donating to Dog Rescue nonprofits in 2025

Partner with businesses that share your mission! Corporate sponsorships can provide funding, in-kind donations, and visibility to help your nonprofit expand and sustain Dog Rescue efforts.

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Top 5 best fundraising platforms for Dog Rescue

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2.9% + $0.30 per donation

Stripe: 2.2% + $0.30 per transaction
PayPal: 1.99% + $0.49 per transaction
ACH/Bank transfer: 0.8% ($5 maximum)

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2.9% + $0.30 per transaction for credit/debit cards, 0.8% for ACH payments (capped at $5)

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No platform fees. Similar to Zeffy, GoFundMe relies on voluntary “tips” from donors to cover platform fees for nonprofits.

1.75% platform fees. 2.95% platform fees for event ticketing, membership payments and P2P campaigns. Reduced fees for pro and premium plans.

If optional tips are disabled: 1% on donation forms, 3% on fundraising pages, 5% on event/auction forms

Up to 5% when donors opt to cover fees Ex: If donors covers up to 8%, 5% goes to Funraise the rest (3%) goes to the organization to cover processing fees

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$0 / month

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10 Best fundraising ideas for Dog Rescue in 2025

Innovative fundraising fuels your mission. From peer-to-peer campaigns to community events, explore creative ways to raise funds and ensure long-term success for your Dog Rescue.

Virtual Dog Walk Challenge

Launch a month-long virtual dog walking challenge where participants track their miles walked with their dogs using a fitness app. Participants create personal fundraising pages and share progress on social media, encouraging donations from friends and family.

Rescue Dog Fashion Show

Organize a glamorous fashion show featuring rescue dogs in designer outfits. Partner with local pet boutiques for clothing, invite celebrity judges, and sell tickets to the event. Include a silent auction of pet-related items and services.

Personalized Dog Rescue Story Books

Create customizable children's books featuring rescue dogs' stories. Customers can personalize the book with their own dog's name and photo. A portion of each sale goes towards the rescue organization.

Corporate 'Pawsponsorship' Program

Develop a tiered corporate sponsorship program where local businesses can 'pawsponsor' a rescue dog. Sponsors receive regular updates, social media shoutouts, and the option to have the dog visit their office for morale-boosting 'Yappy Hours'.

Neighborhood 'Bark Patrol' Initiative

Launch a community safety program where volunteers walk rescue dogs in pairs through neighborhoods, increasing visibility and community engagement. Participants wear branded gear and collect donations door-to-door or through contactless methods.

Augmented Reality Rescue Dog App

Develop an AR app that allows users to 'place' virtual rescue dogs in their home, learn about their stories, and make donations. Include gamification elements like earning treats for the virtual dog through daily check-ins or small donations.

Doggy 'Drive-In' Movie Night

Host a drive-in movie night featuring dog-themed films where attendees can bring their pets. Offer 'bark boxes' with treats and toys for sale, and set up a socially-distanced adoption area for rescue dogs.

Rescue Dog Wine Label Partnership

Collaborate with a local winery to create a limited-edition wine series featuring rescue dogs on the labels. Each bottle includes a QR code linking to the dog's adoption page. A percentage of sales goes to the rescue organization.

Tech Company 'Coding for Canines' Hackathon

Partner with tech companies to host a hackathon where developers create innovative solutions for dog rescue challenges (e.g., adoption matching algorithms, volunteer management systems). Companies sponsor teams and donate based on project completion.

Community 'Paw-trait' Mural Project

Collaborate with local artists to create a large-scale mural featuring paw prints from community dogs and rescue dogs. Sell paw print spots on the mural, with rescue dog prints sponsored by local businesses. Host a festive unveiling event.