This resource guide is for animal advocates looking to get funding in the first 1-3 years of their work. It assumes that you already have an idea and a strategy for your charity. It covers the absolute basics and provides a list of opportunities and the contact details of some consultants who can provide some customized help. This doesn’t contain everything you need to know, and we don’t claim it’s a fundraising bible, but we hope it will help some of you get initial funding for your project! (Last updated September 2025)
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