2026 Spring Request for Proposals
Supports research advancing feline health, including disease origins, treatment, prevention, and overall well-being of domestic cats.
Funder: Winn Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per project (standard grants); up to $25,000 for Joan Miller New Feline Investigator Award; typically 10–20 projects funded per year.
Summary: Supports research advancing feline health, including disease origins, treatment, prevention, and overall well-being of domestic cats.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; all dates are projected—confirm with the program page for updates.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Winn Foundation (EveryCat Health Foundation) supports innovative research and education projects aimed at advancing all aspects of feline health. Proposals are encouraged in areas such as disease origins, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, shelter medicine, nutrition, and behavior, with a focus on improving the physical, mental, and social well-being of domestic cats. Projects embracing the One Health model and demonstrating direct relevance to feline health are prioritized. Dedicated research funds are available for specific medical conditions, breeds, and select institutions. The Foundation emphasizes humane animal care, rigorous scientific methods, and diversity and inclusion in its funding portfolio.
