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Naturewatch Foundation’s Pet Rescue Grant supports UK animal rescue charities working with dogs, cats and/or rabbits who have been affected by the low-welfare or illegal pet trade.

A main grant is available annually to UK-registered charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs). Additionally, a mini-grant is available to unincorporated non-profits, including unregistered charities and community groups.

The funds can be used for projects covering veterinary care, behavioural support, specialist facilities, equipment, training or other initiatives that will directly help dogs, cats and/or rabbits who’ve been exploited for profit.

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Geographical areas funded: UK

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Applicant success rate:

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Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Annually awarded:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Main grant: UK-registered charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs) with an annual income of up to £5 million.

Mini grant: unincorporated non-profits, including unregistered charities and community groups.

Maximum annual income:

£5,000,000

When to apply

Now closed for expressions of interests. The deadline for full applications was 28 February 2026 (by invitation only).

How to apply

Complete the expression of interest form online. If successful you will be invited to complete the full application form.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Animal welfare

Beneficiaries funded: General public Voluntary sector organisations

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