SPRING 2026 Grant Cycle Update:
We recognize the time, care, and energy that organizations invest in preparing grant applications, and we do not take that lightly.
As part of a thoughtful internal review, Athletes for Animals’ Board of Directors is currently evaluating and refining our grant guidelines to ensure we can best serve our community and create the greatest possible impact. Because of this work, we will not be accepting applications for a Spring 2026 grant cycle.
This temporary pause allows our volunteer-led organization the space to reflect, strengthen our processes, and thoughtfully plan for future grant cycles. Our goal is to emerge with clearer guidelines and an even stronger grant program that serves both our charity partners and the animals who rely on us.
We are grateful for your understanding and patience during this time, and we sincerely appreciate your continued support of Athletes for Animals. We look forward to reopening our grant program and encourage interested organizations to check back in the latter half of 2026, once updates are finalized.
Thank you for the important work you do and for being part of our shared mission.
With gratitude,
David and Kelly Backes
Athletes for Animals Co-Founders
