[Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation](https://www.sfacf.org)

October 31, 2026

Up to $5,000 per grant; single-year awards; total activity or partial support possible.

Supports programs that promote animal welfare, enhance habitats, and increase public understanding of animals in the Sioux Falls area.

--- ## Description The Animal Welfare and Appreciation Fund, administered by the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, seeks proposals that promote the welfare, health, and safety of animals, enhance habitats, prevent cruelty, and utilize animals for the benefit of humans as companions or protectors. The fund supports both new and existing programs, with a focus on initiatives that improve conditions for animals and foster greater public understanding of the animal kingdom. Eligible projects may include efforts to enhance the living conditions of pets and other animals, as well as programs that leverage the human-animal bond. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: October 31, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to $5,000 per successful proposal. - Funding may support the total cost of an activity or a portion thereof. - Awards are typically for a single year. --- ## Eligibility - Open to nonprofit organizations. - Programs must serve the greater Sioux Falls, South Dakota area. - Eligible projects: - New or existing animal welfare programs. - Initiatives that enhance animal habitats or living conditions. - Efforts to prevent cruelty to animals. - Programs that utilize animals for the benefit of humans (e.g., as companions or protectors). - Proposals focused on household pets, other animals, and public education are all considered. --- ## Application Process - Applications open in early fall and close on October 31, 2026. - Proposals are reviewed in October. - Submission is through the [Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation grants portal](https://www.sfacf.org/grants-scholarships/nonprofits/other-grant-opportunities). - Prepare a clear project description, budget, and explanation of community impact. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are competitive and awarded based on the potential impact and alignment with fund objectives. - Only one proposal may be submitted per organization per cycle. - Programs must directly benefit the Sioux Falls area. --- ## External Links - [Animal Welfare and Appreciation Fund Grant Information](https://www.sfacf.org/grants-scholarships/nonprofits/other-grant-opportunities) - [Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation Home](https://www.sfacf.org) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.sfacf.org/about-us/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |---------------------------------|--------------------|------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation | info@sfacf.org | (605) 336-7055 | The Depot at Cherapa Place, 200 N. Cherapa Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57103-2205 |

Animal Welfare and Appreciation Fund

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