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Morris Animal Foundation works tirelessly to accelerate promising research focused on improving the lives of animals around the world. We fund the best researchers, conducting the best science, whether in a clinical trial, in the lab, or out in the field. We welcome applications from dedicated scientists who seek not only to discover but to turn discoveries into action for animals.
Grant Proposal Deadlines |
The dates and information below pertain to requests for grant funding. To learn more about and apply to obtain Golden Retriever Lifetime Study (GRLS) data and/or samples, visit our Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Data & Samples RFP page. RFP Changes:
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Deadlines for Feline Health Proposals
Open Date | Application Deadline | Special Considerations | Grant Documents | Grant Type |
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Open — Apply Now | October 11, 2023 at 4:59 p.m. ET | Proposals should advance the health and overall welfare of domestic cats, including community and pet cats. | Proposal Guidelines Proposal Template Rubric |
Established Investigator, Pilot Study, First Award |
Open — Apply Now | October 11, 2023 at 4:59 p.m. ET | Proposals should advance the health and overall welfare of domestic cats, including community and pet cats. | Proposal Guidelines Proposal Template Rubric |
Fellowship Training |
Deadlines for Canine IMHA Proposals
Open Date | Application Deadline | Special Considerations | Grant Documents | Grant Type |
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Open — Apply Now | November 15, 2023 at 4:59 p.m. ET | Research that accelerates the diagnosis or treatment of canine Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia. | Proposal Guidelines Proposal Template Rubric |
Established Investigator |
Deadlines for Wildlife Health (Sagebrush & Grassland Ecosystems) Proposals
Open Date | Application Deadline | Special Considerations | Grant Documents | Grant Type |
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Open — Apply Now | November 29, 2023 at 4:59 p.m. ET | Animal health in grassland and sagebrush ecosystems. | Proposal Guidelines Proposal Template Rubric |
Established Investigator & Pilot Study Only |
Deadlines for Equine Behavior Proposals
Open Date | Application Deadline | Special Considerations | Grant Documents | Grant Type |
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Open — Apply Now | December 13, 2023 at 4:59 p.m. ET |
Behavior and welfare of wild or domesticated horses. |
Proposal Guidelines Proposal Template Rubric |
Pilot Study Only |
Request for Proposals Calendar
These dates are subject to change. Please sign up for RFP updates to stay informed. |
RFP Name | Open Date | Close Date | Topic or Special Considerations | Grant Type |
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Feline Health | August 2, 2023 | October 11, 2023 | Proposals should advance the health and overall welfare of domestic cats, including community and pet cats. | Established Investigator, Pilot Study, First Award, Fellowship Training |
Canine IMHA | August 23, 2023 | November 15, 2023 | Research that accelerates the diagnosis or treatment of canine Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia. | Established Investigator |
Wildlife Health | September 13, 2023 | November 29, 2023 | Animal health in grassland and sagebrush ecosystems. | Established Investigator & Pilot Study Only |
Equine Behavior | September 20, 2023 | December 13, 2023 | Behavior and welfare of wild or domesticated horses. | Pilot Study |
Veterinary Student Scholars | November 8, 2023 | January 17, 2024 | Feline, wildlife, domesticated equid or canine health. Any relevant topics. Two applications now accepted per institution. | Veterinary Student Scholar |
Grant Types
Grant Category | Description |
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Established Investigator | Established Investigator grants are designed to provide funding for research by individuals and teams with a previous record of research and publication. |
Pilot Study | Pilot Study grants are designed to provide funding for innovative ideas to accelerate discovery and advance Morris Animal Foundation’s mission. |
First Award | First Award grants are designed to assist new faculty in establishing a successful research program. |
Fellowship Training | Fellowship Training grants are designed to assist new investigators in launching a successful research career by providing salary support in a quality mentoring environment. |
Veterinary Student Scholar | The Veterinary Student Scholars program awards stipends to veterinary students who are selected by their institution to participate in clinical or basic animal health research. |
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