Pet Lover’s License Plate Grant Program
Can you apply?
This grant is for California-based veterinary facilities and organizations working to reduce pet overpopulation through spay/neuter services. Eligible applicants include: city/county governments, animal care or control agencies, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered with the California Secretary of State. The veterinary facility must be registered in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board. An oversee responsibility holder must be a licensed veterinarian in good standing. Funds support spay/neuter programs only.
This grant is for California-based veterinary facilities and organizations working to reduce pet overpopulation through spay/neuter services. Eligible applicants include: city/county governments, animal care or control agencies, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered with the California Secretary of State. The veterinary facility must be registered in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board. An oversee responsibility holder must be a licensed veterinarian in good standing. Funds support spay/neuter programs only.
Program description
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $480,000 in funding under the California Pet Lover’s License Plate grant program. This program is funded by fees associated with the original purchase, annual renewal, and conversion of Pet Lover’s license plates from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. To be eligible, an organization must be: · A veterinary facility that is registered and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board · Overseen by responsible licensee manager licensed and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board. · Operated by one of the following: o a California city or county or city and county, o an animal care or control agency, or o a nonprofit meeting the requirements of Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code that is registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Animal Shelter
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
Details
This grant is for California-based veterinary facilities and organizations working to reduce pet overpopulation through spay/neuter services. Eligible applicants include: city/county governments, animal care or control agencies, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered with the California Secretary of State. The veterinary facility must be registered in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board. An oversee responsibility holder must be a licensed veterinarian in good standing. Funds support spay/neuter programs only.
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 grants@cdfa.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-657-3231
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | 22 | — | 0% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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