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Australian animal welfare funding initiatives

Overview

Animal welfare organizations in Australia are receiving increased financial support through government grants and private fundraising initiatives.

In New South Wales, the government has opened a second round of the Companion Animal Welfare and Rehoming Grant Program, offering $1.5 million to registered charities and rehoming organizations. These funds, which can range from $5,000 to $50,000 per application, are intended for services such as desexing, vaccinations, rehabilitation, and facility upgrades.

Broadening the scope of support, the RSPCA ACT has launched a ‘Give to Get Them Home’ campaign to raise $300,000 for veterinary care and behavioral support in the Canberra region. Simultaneously, Victoria has reopened its Animal Welfare Fund with $1.7 million available for its 14th round of grants. This program provides up to $100,000 for shelters and foster networks, while offering up to $200,000 to not-for-profit veterinary services to improve access to care.

Entities

Beyond Racing · Michaela Settle · Victoria Animal Welfare Fund · RSPCA ACT · Ron Hoenig

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Animal welfare initiatives receive funding boosts in Australia

    Animal welfare organizations in Australia are securing support through RSPCA ACT’s matched donation campaign and Victoria’s $1.7 million Animal Welfare Fund grant program.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    NSW Government opens $1.5m in animal welfare grants

    The NSW Government has opened applications for $1.5 million in animal welfare grants to support the care and rehoming of vulnerable cats and dogs across the state.

Sources

canberradaily.com.au · nctimes.com.au · netimes.com.au · petnews.com.au