[East Tennessee Foundation](https://easttennesseefoundation.org)

May 29, 2026: Full application deadline (application closes May 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern)

Up to $5,000 per grant; one-year term (August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027)

Supports animal care organizations with funding for spay/neuter programs for cats and dogs, prioritizing low-income owners and stray animals.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity provides support to animal care organizations for spay and neuter programs targeting cats and dogs, including both pets and free-roaming animals. The fund is designed to expand access to essential services, particularly for low-income pet owners and stray cat populations. Grant funds may also be used to provide rabies vaccinations. Preference is given to proposals that maximize the impact of grant dollars, launch new or innovative programs, or “stretch the dollar” to serve more animals in need. --- ## Due Dates - Application opens: May 4, 2026 - Application closes: May 29, 2026 (5:00 p.m. Eastern) All applications must be submitted by the stated deadline; late submissions will not be considered. --- ## Funding Amount - Organizations may request up to $5,000 per grant. - Grants are awarded for a one-year term: August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027. - Funding is intended primarily for spay/neuter procedures and may also cover rabies vaccinations. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be animal care organizations located within the [East Tennessee Foundation’s 25-county service area](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/our-counties-your-community/). - Organizations must be: - A 501(c)(3) public charity, unit of government, or public educational institution; or - A new/emerging group with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. - Funding must be requested primarily for: - Spay/neuter programs for low-income owners of cats and dogs, or - Free-roaming cat populations, or - Seed money to start a new program, or - Innovative programs designed to increase access for low-income pet owners. - Preference is given to programs that demonstrate efficient use of grant funds. - Applicants must comply with [general ETF eligibility and non-discrimination requirements](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/). - Grants to individuals, debt retirement, endowment, or general fundraising are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [East Tennessee Foundation Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation). - New users must create an account; returning users log in with existing credentials. - Carefully review the [application guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) for detailed instructions. - Required documents include: - Most recent financial statements or IRS Form 990 - Current operating budget - List of board of directors or governing body - List of key project staff - All questions marked with an asterisk (*) in the application are mandatory. - The system allows saving progress and uploading required documents in specified formats (.pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .xlsx). --- ## Additional Information - Grant awards will be announced and funds disbursed in August 2026. - The grant term runs from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027. - Progress and/or final reports will be required during/after the grant period. - For technical issues with the application portal or questions about eligibility, contact the ETF Grantmaking Team in advance of the deadline. --- ## External Links - [Program page & full details](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/grants/harry-w-and-carolyn-w-galbraith-memorial-fund) - [General eligibility & funding criteria](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/general-eligibility-and-funding-criteria/) - [25-county service area map](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/our-counties-your-community/) - [Online grant portal (apply here)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=easttennesseefoundation) - [Grant application guide (PDF)](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ETF-Grant-Application-Guide.pdf) - [List of all ETF grants](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/nonprofits/grants-we-offer/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | ETF Grantmaking Team | [grantmaking@etf.org](mailto:grantmaking@etf.org) | (865) 524-1223 ext. 144 or (877) 524-1223 ext. 144 | | Ashley Siferd Butler, Director | [ab*****@*tf.org](mailto:ab*****@*tf.org) | | | Brooke Anguiano, Assistant Director | [ba*******@*tf.org](mailto:ba*******@*tf.org) | | | General inquiries | [Contact ETF Team Members](https://easttennesseefoundation.org/about-us/team-members/) | |

Harry W. and Carolyn W. Galbraith Memorial Fund

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