Costco Foundation Grants for Puerto Rico Youth
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Puerto Rico that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for charitable contributions to strengthen local programs. Costco Foundation supports evidence-based initiatives with measurable outcomes and broad community backing, and reviews monetary requests within 4–6 weeks through its grant application process.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Animal Welfare
Animal rescue and animal welfare nonprofits in Puerto Rico with innovative approaches to social problems can seek funding to advance their programs. Grants from Creag Foundation help 501(c)(3) organizations that are developing new ways to address societal issues, including work benefiting domestic animals and pets. Note that applications are by invitation, following a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Youth Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth worldwide can seek grants up to US $15,000 for programs advancing health, education, development, and welfare. Grants from Dan Paul Foundation help Puerto Rico groups working on child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, clean air and water, refugee enrichment, and related youth-focused services that may complement animal rescue efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Puerto Rico and globally can seek up to US $300,000 to scale innovative solutions for underserved communities. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges grow their capacity, refine their models, and expand reach; animal welfare initiatives may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Puerto Rico organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities, including those whose animal welfare work overlaps these areas, may be eligible year-round via a brief LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek State Farm Companies Foundation funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives in the U.S., including Puerto Rico. Grants may support disaster preparedness and recovery, community revitalization, affordable housing, food insecurity, financial literacy, and K-12 or higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Puerto Rico
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Puerto Rico offering arts, science, or STEAM programs can seek more than US $100,000 to support impactful youth engagement and artist development initiatives. With a mission to strengthen opportunities nationwide, William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides program, capital, and limited general or endowment support to well-established U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses above $2 million.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Puerto Rico Social Service Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Puerto Rico addressing poverty, economic mobility, or family stability can seek large social service grants from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. With a mission to strengthen lives nationwide, this funder provides program, capital, and general support to established U.S. 501(c)(3)s with audited expenses above $2 million and demonstrated, scalable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
Organizations improving education, health, or family economic stability for low-income urban children and youth in Puerto Rico may be eligible if their projects operate in the U.S. and meet focus and mission criteria. Grants from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation support project implementation or scaling, with awards of more than US $50,000 for qualifying social enterprises and nonprofits.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Grants for Charities from Roche
Accredited charities in Puerto Rico and worldwide can apply for Roche’s Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program to support humanitarian, social development, science and education, community and environment, or arts and culture projects. Organizations running youth services, environmental education, disaster relief, or related community programs may be eligible when partnering with their local Roche affiliate office.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Grants from Semnani Family Foundation help Puerto Rico animal welfare and rescue nonprofits working more broadly in health, education, or humanitarian aid for vulnerable communities worldwide. Organizations focused on healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, or related human and social services in eligible countries may be competitive applicants.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations funding charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work can apply for the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust; awards support programs carried out within the U.S. Animal welfare and rescue nonprofits in Puerto Rico that meet these requirements and focus on general welfare may be eligible to apply.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Self-Reliance Program Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can receive US $5,000 - US $250,000 for human and social services, poverty alleviation, disability support, or disaster relief worldwide. Gupta Family Foundation provides support to smaller 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign entities; Puerto Rico animal rescue groups with aligned missions may be eligible.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for education, social justice, health, arts, ethical journalism, or climate research, including general operating support, from Cowles Charitable Trust. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, it occasionally supports national and international efforts, which may include Puerto Rico-based animal welfare groups with aligned programming.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Animal Welfare Grants
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting animal welfare, children, education, environment, humanitarian needs, or arts can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Organizations in Puerto Rico doing animal rescue or broader animal welfare work may be eligible if they meet the mission focus, size, and overhead requirements.
Hansen Family Foundation
Puerto Rico Storytelling Funding via Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Puerto Rico animal welfare and wildlife conservation nonprofits can access funding through the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their work. Eligible 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations in preservation, education, or wellness may receive more than US $50,000 to develop storytelling projects that highlight their community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Animal Welfare Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) charities active for over three years that support animal welfare, children and families, poverty relief, or related services can seek single-year program funding, excluding capital projects. Focused on relief and compassion, Robinson Foundation invites organizations whose work includes animal care or rescue to demonstrate tangible, meaningful impact for consideration.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for support that may benefit animal welfare efforts in Puerto Rico. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites eligible charities to propose projects that reflect respect for life, people, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Services Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence in Puerto Rico and other areas near TJX locations can seek program funding through The Tjx Foundation. With a mission to help vulnerable families and children build better futures, the foundation invites eligible groups to complete an online eligibility questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Puerto Rico Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries doing environmental or human services work in Puerto Rico can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000, for program or operating support. Animal rescue groups whose work fits these priorities may be eligible for unrestricted funding.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Community Grants in Puerto Rico
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Puerto Rico can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, education, cultural institutions, health facilities, environmental efforts, and related services. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides funding to IRS-qualified U.S. nonprofits, and animal welfare or rescue groups may be eligible if they fit these priorities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Puerto Rico working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial Community Grants. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help U.S. nonprofits address hunger, shelter, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and arts access, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Puerto Rico and beyond can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives. Dr Scholl Foundation supports a broad range of community programs, awarding US $5,000 - US $25,000, which may benefit animal welfare and rescue efforts that fit its priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Youth and Family Support Funding from Nordstrom
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Puerto Rico nonprofits providing basic needs or economic mobility programs for youth and families can access funding through Nordstrom, with awards of US $5,000 - US $20,000. 501(c)(3) organizations in communities served by Nordstrom stores may be eligible, including those whose work indirectly supports animal rescue by stabilizing vulnerable households.
Nordstrom
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Support for Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations addressing economic stability, workforce development, health, social services, or disaster relief in communities with an O’Reilly Auto Parts presence, including Puerto Rico, may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and equivalent foreign public charities with community-focused funding.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Puerto Rico working on youth development, education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs serving underserved young people and their families, including those connected to animal rescue efforts, may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations with strong, collaborative community partnerships can receive national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award, open to U.S. nonprofits, including those in Puerto Rico. Mutual of America Foundation honors partnerships that measurably improve lives, can be replicated, and address significant social issues, which may include animal welfare and rescue initiatives.
Mutual Of America Foundation