Safe Havens Desert Grant Application

Grant Application: Safe Havens for Pets
The Safe Havens for Pets Desert Grant program was launched in 2024 to encourage the development of sheltering services for people and pets affected by domestic violence in areas of the country where such resources are scarce. To address this gap in necessary resources, the Animal Welfare Institute’s Safe Havens for Pets program (https://www.safehavensforpets.org) is seeking proposals for up to $20,000 in grant funding for a 2-year project that will support pets of domestic violence survivors in Illinois. Safe havens for pets are sheltering services available to help individuals experiencing domestic violence place their companion animals out of harm's way so that they may seek safety for themselves. Our website serves as the only platform of its kind, providing a nationwide directory of sheltering services for survivors with pets.

We are seeking to fund programs that not only align with our mission to support pets of domestic violence survivors, but also include at least one community partnership. This opportunity is open to both domestic violence service agencies and animal welfare organizations. If you or your organization has a compelling project that fits these criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply. You can submit your application for funding using this Jotform. Should you prefer another method of submission, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at safehavens@awionline.org, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

All application materials are due by October 10 , 2025
About your organization (10/100 points)

Help us get to know your organization and the population you serve.
Organization's Name*
Zip Code*
Counties served*
Website
Best Contact Person*
Best Email Address*
Best Phone Number*
Does your organization qualify for charitable or nonprofit status?*
Can you provide documentation of your organization's nonprofit status?*
Please list any eligibility requirements, such as residency restrictions, for your services:
Please provide a brief description of your organization's mission and vision*
What services do you currently provide for domestic violence survivors with pets, if any?*

Additional Documents/ Attachments (15/100 points)

In order for your application to be considered, you must submit a proposed budget and proof of your organization's nonprofit status. Please attach all documents in this section of the form or email them to safehavens@awionline.org with your agency's name and "grant proposal documents" in the subject line.
Proposed Project Budget*

Attach your proposed project budget. Alternatively, please email your proposed budget to safehavens@awionline.org with your agency's name and "grant proposal documents" in the subject line.
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Proof of Non-Profit Status*

Attach proof of your organization's nonprofit status. Alternatively, please email this documentation to safehavens@awionline.org with your agency's name and "grant proposal documents" in the subject line.
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Letter of Intent to Partner (if available)

If available, attach a letter of intent (LOI) signed by your identified community partner (optional). Alternatively, please email the LOI to safehavens@awionline.org with your agency's name and "grant proposal documents" in the subject line.
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Additional Documents (if applicable)

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Final Checklist

Prior to submission, please review the list below and ensure that your application includes all of the required components.
Have you addressed the following requirements in your application?

Primary contact person identifiedProgram/ project goal(s) describedProposed budget attached or emailedProof of nonprofit status attached or emailedCommunity partner identifiedLetter of intent attached or emailed (optional)Description of your organization's history with similar grants and projectsExplanation of how this project will further your mission providedExplanation of how this project will further the mission of AWI
You will be able to review your answers before submitting this form.
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Grant Application: Safe Havens for Pets

About your organization (10/100 points)

Your Plan (75/100 points)

Additional Documents/ Attachments (15/100 points)

Final Checklist

You will be able to review your answers before submitting this form.