Support for animal welfare organizations affected by disasters
Sponsored by Pedigree Foundation
Applications Are Now Closed
Please Note: All funds for the 2026 grant cycle have been awarded to deserving charities responding to natural disasters.
About the Grant
The Canadian Disaster Relief Grant provides up to $10,000 CAD to eligible charity-status animal welfare organizations impacted by or assisting communities affected by a disaster declared by relevant Canadian authorities.
Eligible costs include veterinary care, medical supplies, food, shelter/boarding, transportation, cleanup/rebuild, and other urgent needs for rescued or displaced companion animals.
Applications can be submitted within 3 months of the crisis and can include ongoing support provided it is a direct continuation of the relief effort.
Thank you for the vital work you do to protect and care for animals. We are proud to support your emergency response efforts whenever we can.
How to Apply
To request funding through the Canadian Disaster Relief Grant, please click start your application.
We accept and review submissions on a rolling basis when the granting cycle is open. Due to resource limitations, not all applicants will receive funding, and the amount awarded may differ from the requested amount.
The Canadian Disaster Relief Grant is made possible through the generous support of PEDIGREE Foundation. Their commitment to helping dogs in need enables Humane Canada to provide timely financial assistance to animal welfare organizations responding to natural disasters across Canada.
Together, we are helping ensure that animals affected by emergencies receive the care and shelter they need when it matters most.
Your gift today will help protect animals, support communities and create lasting change. Your donation will be MATCHED by a generous donor.
