Foundations that fund animal shelters and rescues in Kentucky

Bissell Pet Foundation — 47 grants to 10 organizations, median $1,400, largest $1,000,000. That is 77% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications, usually due Oct 1.

Petsmart Charities Inc — 23 grants to 10 organizations, median $19,000, largest $2,269,401. That is 58% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Petco Love FKA The Petco Foundation — 12 grants to 12 organizations, median $28,500, largest $1,015,000. That is 57% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Foundation Inc — 20 grants to 5 organizations, median $79,000, largest $200,000. That is 63% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals — 14 grants to 5 organizations, median $52,500, largest $1,555,000. That is 70% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Greater Good Charities — 5 grants to 3 organizations, median $5,000, largest $884,673. That is 63% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

The Humane Society of the United States — 5 grants to 3 organizations, median $5,420, largest $9,231,862. That is 56% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Shirley Smith Foundation — 5 grants to 3 organizations, median $1,500, largest $2,207. That is 42% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Thoroughbred Charities of America Inc — 5 grants to 3 organizations, median $10,500, largest $28,456. That is 9% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc — 27 grants to 14 organizations, median $15,000, largest $50,000. That is 2% of its Kentucky giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.