Administrator for the New York State Animal Population Control Program
Grant supports a not-for-profit to manage New York’s Animal Population Control Program, funding and overseeing spay/neuter initiatives to reduce unwanted dogs and cats statewide (excluding NYC).
Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Due Dates: May 21, 2026 (Questions due by 3:00 p.m. local time) | June 5, 2026 (Full proposal due by 3:00 p.m. local time)
Funding Amounts: Estimated $650,000–$700,000 per year (average $675,000/year); 5-year contract term; total not to exceed $3,375,000.
Summary: Supports a not-for-profit administrator to manage New York’s Animal Population Control Program, reducing unwanted dogs and cats statewide through grants for spay/neuter initiatives.
Key Information: Only one administrator will be selected; strict eligibility and documentation requirements apply.
Description
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking proposals from qualified not-for-profit organizations to serve as the sole administrator of the state's Animal Population Control Program (APCP), as mandated by Agriculture and Markets Law section 117-a. The program’s goal is to reduce the population of unwanted and stray dogs and cats (excluding New York City) by supporting and funding low-cost spay/neuter services delivered by eligible providers. The selected administrator will oversee program operations, solicit and evaluate provider applications, award grants, ensure compliance and effective use of funds, and report annually to state officials.
