The Miccio Foundation is inviting applicants for its Standard and Mini Grants to support Iowa’s animals will be organizations that have demonstrated commitment to animal welfare.
Donor Name: The Miccio Foundation
State: Iowa
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/01/2023
Size of the Grant: $10,000
Details:
The Miccio Foundation’s focus is to support organizations involved in animal welfare (501c3 status is required). Projects eligible for funding are those that will have an immediate, direct and measurable impact on improving animal welfare in a target community. Grants can be for projects such as spay/neuter programs, facility renovation, medical care, humane education, caging, and adoption support.
Examples include, but are not limited to, private and governmental animal shelters, humane societies, rescue groups, volunteer foster organizations, and local animal control agencies. They will not support activities inconsistent with federal, state or local laws/ordinances, and we reserve the right to request additional information prior to making funding decisions.
Projects of greatest interest are those that include:
- renovating facilities to ensure the health and well-being of animals prior to adoption and/or improving the efficiency of overall daily operations
- developing and sustaining alliances that may include sharing resources to accomplish specific activities, particularly spay/neuter, emergency transportation, and professional services
- supporting areas of the state where resources for animals are limited or unavailable
Eligibility Criteria
The Foundation awards standard grants to organizations licensed by the State of Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) as Pounds or Shelters. Typically, Standard Miccio grants are funded at $3,500. Standard grant requests may not exceed $10,000.
Organizations with 501c3 status are eligible for the Miccio Foundation Mini grant of up to $1,500. An IDALS pound or shelter license is not required. In exceptional circumstances, grants of more than $1,500 may be funded. Contact the Miccio Foundation Board prior to submitting such an application.
For more information, visit Standard and Mini Grants.
