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Who funds animal-related in Indiana: 195 foundations, $6.4 million in grants

195 private foundations paid 745 grants totaling $6,445,324 to animal-related nonprofits in Indiana, in each foundation's latest Form 990-PF return, filed with the IRS from 2024 to 2026. The largest funder is Lilly Endowment Inc, with $1,188,798 in 18 grants.

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Cause
Animal-related
Recipients in
Indiana
Foundations
195
Grants
745
Total granted
$6,445,324

Foundations that funded animal-related in Indiana

Ranked by the total each paid to these recipients.

FoundationBased inGrantsTotalLargest grantLargest grant toPurposeSource
Lilly Endowment IncIndianapolis, IN18$1,188,798$1,116,720Indianapolis Zoological SocietyGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Louise P Toole Charitable TrustSt Petersburg, FL1$633,448$633,448Vanderburgh County Humane Society IncUnrestricted grantapps.irs.gov
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable FoundationCarmel, IN1$600,000$600,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncCampaign for our zoo - our community - our worldapps.irs.gov
Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable FoundationIndianapolis, IN1$320,000$320,000Indianapolis Zoological SocietyTo support general operationsapps.irs.gov
Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$250,000$250,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncTo promote animal conservation; contribution in honor of spike & friendsapps.irs.gov
Tua Otto & Margaret Zack Char TrustDallas, TX2$210,000$115,000Michiana Humane SocietyUnrestricted generalapps.irs.gov
Joanie C Bernard FoundationCincinnati, OH1$200,000$200,000Spay-Neuter Services IncProject/program fundsapps.irs.gov
Edmonds Family Foundation IncGranger, IN1$167,000$167,000Potawatomi Zoological SocietyCharitableapps.irs.gov
English-Bonter-Mitchell FDNPittsburgh, PA2$160,000$125,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncWorld of adventureapps.irs.gov
Amazonsmile FoundationSeattle, WA310$148,411$6,690Humane Society of Indianapolis IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Covert Family FoundationCarmel, IN2$135,000$125,000Low Cost Spay Neuter ClinicCharitable purposesapps.irs.gov
Welter Foundation IncBristol, IN1$128,820$128,820The Humane Society of Elkhart County IncExpansion; Pledge from Best in Show; General Operating Supportapps.irs.gov
Every OrgSan Francisco, CA1$125,018$125,018Lil Bubs Big FundGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
849 FoundationWilmington, DE1$120,000$120,000Humane Society for Hamilton County IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
American Electric Power FoundationWilmington, DE2$107,500$57,500Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Ardelle and Theresa Glaze FoundationFort Wayne, IN1$80,000$80,000LC Nature Park IncConservation, parks, and recreationapps.irs.gov
Fort Wayne Beagle Club IncHuntington, IN4$80,000$20,000Dekalb Humane SocietySupportapps.irs.gov
Liebchen's Gift FoundationEast Amherst, NY1$75,000$75,000Indy Neighborhood CatsAnimal welfareapps.irs.gov
Prime Foundation IncLakeville, IN1$75,000$75,000Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Huff Animal Protection TrustSouth Bend, IN3$72,000$35,000Catsnip EtcCharitableapps.irs.gov
The Haughey Family Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN1$57,500$57,500Humane Fort WayneCharitable grantapps.irs.gov
Sabino Family Charitable FoundationWilmington, DE4$51,700$25,000Humane Fort Wayne IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
The Schmetterling FoundationWilmington, DE1$50,000$50,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncEntrance enhancement projectapps.irs.gov
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable TrustIndianapolis, IN2$45,400$45,000Indy Neighborhood CatsGeneral operating support to improve the quality of life for unowned neighborhood cats.apps.irs.gov
Leslie L Alexander Foundation IncDelray Beach, FL1$45,000$45,000Heartland Small Animal RescueAnimal rescueapps.irs.gov
Lincoln Financial Foundation IncRadnor, PA97$44,591$30,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncEducation Grantsapps.irs.gov
Richard M Fairbanks Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN4$40,500$30,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncMatching Gift Donationapps.irs.gov
Demarchis Family FoundationPittsburgh, PA1$40,000$40,000Humane Fort WayneGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Gray Lady Foundation IncShrewsbury, MA1$40,000$40,000Medical Mutts Service DogsResearchapps.irs.gov
Rifkin Family FoundationFort Wayne, IN1$35,000$35,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncEducational interpreterprogramapps.irs.gov
Lumina Foundation for Education IncIndianapolis, IN4$31,000$10,000Indianapolis Zoological SocietyTo support Zoobilation 2024.apps.irs.gov
Scott Kenneth A Charitable TaBrooklyn, OH2$30,000$15,000Ark Animal Rescue and AdoptionGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Nicholas H Noyes Jr Memorial FoundationCarmel, IN2$29,800$19,800Indianapolis Zoological SocietyAnnual supportapps.irs.gov
Hazel Travioli Charitable Trust XXX-XX-XXXXEvansville, IN1$26,045$26,045Terre Haute Humane SocietyProgram supportapps.irs.gov
Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN2$26,000$25,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncOperationsapps.irs.gov
Walker Corporate Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$26,000$26,000Indianapolis Zoological SocietyGeneral fund contributionapps.irs.gov
Margaret Taggart Trust Fbo Hfaface 00a112Muncie, IN1$25,060$25,060Home for Friendless AnimalsGeneral operationsapps.irs.gov
Fulk Family Foundation IncLincoln, NE1$25,000$25,000Humane Indiana IncGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
Head & Heart Foundation Trust 12319Wilmington, DE1$25,000$25,000Professional Animal Retirement CenterGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
James R Shields Private FoundationNew York, NY1$25,000$25,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Surack Family Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN1$25,000$25,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncTrain engine replacementapps.irs.gov
The Seabury FoundationChicago, IL1$25,000$25,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncChimpanzee complexapps.irs.gov
C Lloyd Yohe FoundationCincinnati, OH3$23,500$11,500Newlife Rescue & Adoption IncGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
JPMorgan Chase FoundationNew York, NY37$22,771$4,070Humane Society of Indianapolis IncMatching contribution (general operating support)apps.irs.gov
Lenore Higgins Charitable Trust Peoples State BankNewton, IL1$22,718$22,718Terre Haute Humane SocietyTake care of stray/abandoned animalsapps.irs.gov
The Martha Royse Friberg TrustMuncie, IN1$22,298$22,298Almost Home Humane SocietyGeneral operationsapps.irs.gov
The Howard S Dubin Family FoundationEvanston, IL5$22,000$7,000Oinking Acres Farm Rescue and SanctuaryGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
The Weiner-Ellman Family FoundationEvanston, IL1$21,561$21,561Michiana Humane SocietyCharitableapps.irs.gov
Ove W Jorgensen Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN2$20,000$15,000Humane Fort WayneGeneralapps.irs.gov
Owen & Jean Pritchard FDNPittsburgh, PA2$20,000$15,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncCoastal cove phase iiapps.irs.gov
The Smithville Charitable Foundation IncEllettsville, IN1$20,000$20,000Humane Society of Sullivan CountyGeneralapps.irs.gov
LTR Foundation IncPittsboro, IN3$15,500$5,500Lennoxs Legacy Rescue IncAnimal issuesapps.irs.gov
Alcoa FoundationPittsburgh, PA1$15,000$15,000Warrick Humane Society IncBuilding hope capital campaign (month of purpose event)apps.irs.gov
Kuhne Charles Char FDN T-W MainSaint Louis, MO1$15,000$15,000Fort Wayne Zoological Society IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Margaret Rowley Clarke FoundationCincinnati, OH1$15,000$15,000Red Wolf SanctuaryCharitable purposeapps.irs.gov
Eugene & Marilyn Glick FoundationIndianapolis, IN5$14,000$5,000Humane Society for Hamilton CountySupport programapps.irs.gov
John W Anderson FoundationValparaiso, IN3$13,000$5,000Humane IndianaOperatingapps.irs.gov
Forszt Brothers Charitable Foundation inValparaiso, IN3$12,500$5,000Humane IndianaOperating fundsapps.irs.gov
The Barker Welfare FoundationPalm Beach Gardens, FL1$12,500$12,500Michiana Humane Society IncFor first payment on a pledge of $25,000.00 payable over 2 years for general operating support.apps.irs.gov
Clarence E Custer and Inez R CusterColumbus, IN1$12,000$12,000Friends of Columbus Animal Care ServicesCharitable purposesapps.irs.gov
Florence L Stream Charitable TrustSaint Louis, MO1$12,000$12,000Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
The Cleveland-Cliffs FoundationCleveland, OH1$12,000$12,000Humane IndianaGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Round Room Gives IncFishers, IN3$10,500$7,500Humane Society for Hamilton CountyAllocate funds to the construction of a secure and durable fence for a new dedicated outdooapps.irs.gov
Clark Charitable TrustLincoln, MA1$10,000$10,000Exotic Feline Rescue Center IncCharitableapps.irs.gov
Edward L Hutton FoundationCincinnati, OH1$10,000$10,000Wildcare IncGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
Freeland Family Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN1$10,000$10,000Humane Fort WayneTo provide resources for animals to find and keep their forever homes.apps.irs.gov
M E Raker Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN1$10,000$10,000Humane Fort WayneProgram Supportapps.irs.gov
Oakwood Foundation Charitable TrustTupelo, MS1$10,000$10,000The Leatherback Trust IncGeneral fundapps.irs.gov
Oliver & Cunningham Fam Fdn-MainSaint Louis, MO1$10,000$10,000Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Samerian Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$10,000$10,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis prize galaapps.irs.gov
The James Foundation IncAuburn, IN1$10,000$10,000Humane Fort WayneCapital campaign supportapps.irs.gov
The James L and Gloria J Godschalk Jr Family FoundationFt Wayne, IN1$10,000$10,000Helping Paws Pet HavenCharitableapps.irs.gov
The Terranova Equestrian Foundation IncBradenton, FL1$10,000$10,000Pals for Paws IncGeneralapps.irs.gov
Walker Family FoundationZionsville, IN1$10,000$10,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncGeneral purposesapps.irs.gov
Max Goldenson Foundation for Modern Dog AdoptionLos Angeles, CA1$9,399$9,399Independent Socal French Bulldog Rescue IncTo assist in their charitable mission.apps.irs.gov
Elizabeth Albon Foundation TrustJasper, IN1$8,500$8,500Warrick Humane Society IncCharitable Giftapps.irs.gov
Koch Foundation IncEvansville, IN1$8,500$8,500Evansville Zoological SocietyCharitable Operationsapps.irs.gov
Peanut and Sandy Paws and Claws CharitableMichigan City, IN1$8,500$8,500Pet Elves IncGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
Christian Science Society of Boonville Irrv TrustBoonville, IN1$8,466$8,466Warrick Humane SocietyCharitable giftapps.irs.gov
Charles Huck Memorial Fund Iua Fifth ThirdCincinnati, OH1$8,250$8,250Evansville Zoological Society IncGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Bill Deputy FoundationElkhart, IN1$8,000$8,000Humane Society of Elkhart CountyGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Paul H Everitt & June Dunn Everitt FoundationFort Wayne, IN1$7,550$7,550Huntington County Humane SocietyAnimal careapps.irs.gov
Bernice Barbour Foundation Inc 5487-00-40Philadelphia, PA1$7,500$7,500Friends of Ferdinand Indiana IncRetired from racing, notapps.irs.gov
Ropchan FoundationPittsburgh, PA1$7,500$7,500LC Nature Park IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Milo Milligan Memorial Trust 1015010005Hamilton, OH1$7,200$7,200Jay County Humane SocietyProgram supportapps.irs.gov
The Duffield Family Foundation Dba Maddie's FundPleasanton, CA3$6,000$2,000Bartholomew County Humane SocietyOpen arms challenge 2024apps.irs.gov
The Hageman Foundation IncCarmel, IN2$6,000$5,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncGeneral operating fund contributionapps.irs.gov
Van Riper-Woodard Family Foundation IncCarmel, IN1$6,000$6,000Indianapolis Zoological SocietyUnrestricted donationapps.irs.gov
Arthur Jordan FoundationCarmel, IN1$5,000$5,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncOperating supportapps.irs.gov
Barbara and John Phair Foundation IncSouth Bend, IN1$5,000$5,000Potawatomi Zoological SocietyGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Bierhaus Foundation IncVincennes, IN1$5,000$5,000Vincennes Pet PortProvide funds for shelter animalsapps.irs.gov
Braun Family Foundation Inc Co Jim Burger Onb Trust CoEvansville, IN1$5,000$5,000Vanderburgh County Humane SocietyGeneral Supportapps.irs.gov
David F & Margaret T Grohne Family FoundationWestern Springs, IL1$5,000$5,000Lucky Lab RescueCharitableapps.irs.gov
Dover's Chair IncWesthampton Beach, NY1$5,000$5,000My New CatGeneralapps.irs.gov
Dr Louis A and Anne B Schneider FDNPittsburgh, PA1$5,000$5,000LC Nature Park IncEducational videosapps.irs.gov
Harry F Chaddick and Elaine Chaddick Foundation IncChicago, IL1$5,000$5,000Michiana Humane SocietyCivicapps.irs.gov
Hirt Family Foundation IncBloomington, IN1$5,000$5,000Owen County Humane SocietyTo further the exempt purpose of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Mega Homebrew for Humanity LimitedGranger, IN1$5,000$5,000Rescue Release RepeatGeneral Unrestricted gift for general animal welfare wildlife rehabilitation and domestic animal care and education.apps.irs.gov
Parrot Charitable FoundationPittsburgh, PA1$5,000$5,000Fort Wayne Zoological SocietyCoastal cove phase iiapps.irs.gov
Richard L Brewer and Susan J Brewer Family Foundation IncNoblesville, IN1$5,000$5,000Cats Haven LTDUnrectrictedapps.irs.gov
Smidt Family FoundationNewbury Park, CA1$5,000$5,000Home for Friendless AnimalsIn furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose.apps.irs.gov
The Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Fifth ThirdCincinnati, OH1$5,000$5,000Vanderburgh County Humane Society IncProgram/project supportapps.irs.gov
The Buehler Family Charitable Foundation IncJasper, IN1$5,000$5,000Dubois County Humane SocietyAnimal rescueapps.irs.gov
The Dr Dane & Mary Louise Miller Foundation IncWinona Lake, IN1$5,000$5,000New Hope Pet RescueGeneral contributionapps.irs.gov
The Ron and Lisa Fenech Family Foundation IncNaples, FL1$5,000$5,000Potawatomi Zoological SocietyExempt purpose of organizationapps.irs.gov
Celanese FoundationIrving, TX2$4,828$2,500Evansville Zoological SocietyCharitable contributionapps.irs.gov
Stream Harold O Charitable TrustSaint Louis, MO1$4,800$4,800Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
German American FoundationJasper, IN1$4,730$4,730Dubois County Humane SocietyGeneral charitable supportapps.irs.gov
Carl Marshall Reeves and Mildred Almen Reeves Foundation IncFenton, MO1$4,620$4,620Bartholomew County Humane SocietySpay/neuter services at local animal shelterapps.irs.gov
Hayes Family Foundation IncSouth Bend, IN2$4,500$3,500Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneralapps.irs.gov
Zilky Lucile C Charitable TrustSaint Louis, MO1$4,375$4,375Potawatomi Zoological Society IncGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
The McAllister FoundationLafayette, IN1$4,000$4,000Paws N Claws Animal Shelter IncCharitableapps.irs.gov
Land O'Lakes FoundationSt Paul, MN1$3,780$3,780Humane Society of Indianapolis IncUnited way/lol giving weekapps.irs.gov
Shell USA Company FoundationHouston, TX3$3,643$1,368Michiana Humane Society Inc1368apps.irs.gov
Isa S & Elizabeth Canavati Family FoundationFort Wayne, IN4$3,580$2,000Humane Fort WayneDonationapps.irs.gov
Premier Bank FoundationCanfield, OH1$3,500$3,500Fort Wayne Zoological SocietySponsorshipapps.irs.gov
Brett & Margery Harwood Charitable FoundationMaplewood, NJ1$3,300$3,300The PipsqueakeryDonationapps.irs.gov
The Suick Family FoundationWilmington, DE2$3,200$2,200Humane Society for Hamilton County IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Burt Family Foundation IncWaterford, CT1$3,000$3,000Exotic Feline Rescue CenterGeneral purposesapps.irs.gov
Grabe Family Foundation IncWilmington, DE1$3,000$3,000Johnson County Community Cats IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Howard P Arnold Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN2$3,000$2,000LC Nature ParkEducation and restoration programsapps.irs.gov
Rieke Corporation FoundationMuncie, IN1$3,000$3,000Dekalb Humane SocietyGeneral operationsapps.irs.gov
The Rockwell FoundationKendallville, IN1$3,000$3,000Humane Society of Noble CountySupport missionapps.irs.gov
The Wayne and Marilyn Nelson FoundationLongwood, FL1$3,000$3,000Marshall County Humane SocietyGeneral Fundapps.irs.gov
Madeira Fund IncIndianapolis, IN1$2,800$2,800Indianapolis Zoological Society IncUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Tom & Evelyn Ingle Charitable Trust CCincinnati, OH1$2,520$2,520Evansville Zoological SocietyGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
Fred and Patty Powers Family FoundationRichmond, IN1$2,500$2,500Animal Care AllianceGeneralapps.irs.gov
Jackie Michael Foundation IncMuncie, IN1$2,500$2,500Action for AnimalsOperationsapps.irs.gov
Magee-O'Connor Foundation Inc I/c/o MR Douglas E MillerGeorgetown, TX1$2,500$2,500LC Nature Park IncEducational programmingapps.irs.gov
Schon Family FoundationSherman Oaks, CA1$2,500$2,500Terre Haute Humane SocietySee attached scheduleapps.irs.gov
The Brave Heart Foundation IncFishers, IN1$2,500$2,500Medical Mutts Service DogsCommunity supportapps.irs.gov
The Towhee-Rainbow FoundationCarmel, IN1$2,500$2,500Cats Haven LTDCharitableapps.irs.gov
Thomas L Habig Foundation IncJasper, IN1$2,500$2,500Dubois County Humane Society IncUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Ge Aerospace FoundationNorwalk, CT3$2,050$1,000Friends of Ferdinand Indiana IncMatching giftapps.irs.gov
First Bank Richmond Inc Community FoundationRichmond, IN1$2,000$2,000Help the Animals IncNewsletter/annual report sponsorshipapps.irs.gov
The Gramelspacher Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$2,000$2,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncDonation for charitable missionapps.irs.gov
The Waterfield Foundation IncFort Wayne, IN1$2,000$2,000LC Nature ParkGeneral operationsapps.irs.gov
The Pfizer Foundation IncNew York, NY7$1,845$600Clancy S Dream IncMatching giftsapps.irs.gov
Hooves Paws & Claws FoundationOxford, OH1$1,800$1,800Adopt A DogDonationapps.irs.gov
Edward Jones FoundationSt Louis, MO13$1,580$400Adopt-A-Dog IncAnimal-relatedapps.irs.gov
Baird Foundation IncMilwaukee, WI6$1,547$1,050The PipsqueakeryCharitable operations expensesapps.irs.gov
Ayres Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$1,500$1,500Indianapolis Zoological SocietyGeneral fundsapps.irs.gov
Max L Gibson & Jacqueline Gibson FoundationTerre Haute, IN2$1,500$1,000Clay County Humane SocietyGeneral Supportapps.irs.gov
Bissell Pet FoundationGrand Rapids, MI1$1,180$1,180Greene County Humane SocietyGrateful Petapps.irs.gov
The Aline and Edgar Igleheart Foundation IncEvansville, IN2$1,150$1,050Vanderburgh County Humane SocietyTo provide protection for homeless animalsapps.irs.gov
Ardhenpal IncorporatedWest Lafayette, IN1$1,000$1,000Almost Home Humane SocietyGeneralapps.irs.gov
Chuck and Sharon Bodenhafer Critter 4491Fort Myers Beach, FL1$1,000$1,000Humane Fort WayneGeneral operationapps.irs.gov
Fairways Foundation Fifth Third Bank NACincinnati, OH1$1,000$1,000Frieds Cat ShelterGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
Frederick R Benson TrustTerre Haute, IN1$1,000$1,000Terre Haute Humane SocietyGeneral Supportapps.irs.gov
Griffith Family Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$1,000$1,000Humane Society of IndianapolisContribution to general fundapps.irs.gov
Kinney Family FoundationEvansville, IN1$1,000$1,000Evansville Zoological SocietyCharitable contributionapps.irs.gov
LG&E and Ku Foundation IncLouisville, KY2$1,000$500Barbara Grannan Carie Feline Sanctuary IncBgcf sanctuaryapps.irs.gov
Robertson Ryan & Associates Foundation IncMilwaukee, WI1$1,000$1,000Kokomo Humane SocietyGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
Sperling Family Charitable FoundationBirmingham, AL1$1,000$1,000Kanda Farm SanctuaryGeneral operatingapps.irs.gov
TLGC FoundationWilmington, DE1$1,000$1,000It Takes A Village Canine RescueSpencer County Indianaapps.irs.gov
The Better Way Foundation LTDConnersville, IN1$1,000$1,000Humane Fort WayneGrantapps.irs.gov
The Binky Foundation IncNew York, NY1$1,000$1,000Heartland Cavalier ConnectionGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
The Quinn FoundationLeawood, KS1$1,000$1,000Indy Great Pyrenees Rescue IncGeneral operating supportapps.irs.gov
The Wyler Family FoundationMilford, OH1$1,000$1,000Floyd County Animal Rescue LeagueCommunity outreachapps.irs.gov
Verizon FoundationBasking Ridge, NJ1$1,000$1,000Misty Eyes Dog Shelter & Humane Education Learning CenterOther civic / communityapps.irs.gov
William C Meier Foundation ImaCarmel, IN1$1,000$1,000Lolin IncGeneral supportapps.irs.gov
Zink Family Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$1,000$1,000Indianapolis Zoological Society IncContribution to general fundapps.irs.gov
Nisource Charitable FoundationColumbus, OH2$900$5002 X 2 Rescue CorporationCorporate donationapps.irs.gov
Crescent Electric Charitable FoundationEast Dubuque, IL1$800$800Wolf Creek Habitat and RescueDonation for Paid Volunteer Time Programapps.irs.gov
The Scott and Nancy Atherton FoundationWilmington, DE2$750$500Indianapolis Zoological Society IncGeneral & Unrestrictedapps.irs.gov
National Life Group Charitable Foundation IncMontpelier, VT1$700$700Kanda Farm SanctuaryAnimal rescueapps.irs.gov
Ginny Millner Foundation IncAtlanta, GA1$630$630Saving Outstanding Souls - SosAnimal welfareapps.irs.gov
Adele M Thomas Charitable Foundation IncFalls Church, VA1$500$500Exotic Feline Rescue CenterGeneral purposesapps.irs.gov
Amica Companies FoundationLincoln, RI1$500$500Heaven After Hell RescueGeneral purposeapps.irs.gov
Brian & Sonya Emerick Family Foundation IncColumbia City, IN1$500$500LC Nature ParkOperationsapps.irs.gov
Fall Creek Valley Foundation IncVenice, FL1$500$500Indiana Wildlife FederationUnspecified program supportapps.irs.gov
Farrell Family FoundationKentfield, CA1$500$500Protecting K9 Heroes NFP LTDFunds for discretionary useapps.irs.gov
Gaither Charitable Foundation IncAlexandria, IN2$500$250Homers HelpersDonationapps.irs.gov
Gregory L Gibson Charitable Foundation IncTerre Haute, IN1$500$500Terre Haute Humane SocietyGeneral Supportapps.irs.gov
Hill Foundation IncRichmond, IN1$500$500Animal Care AllianceCommunity pet care/controlapps.irs.gov
JJC Charitable TrustJasper, IN1$500$500Dubois County Humane SocietyUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Jarvis FoundationNorthbrook, IL1$500$500Michiana Humane SocietyTo further the exempt purpose of the organizationapps.irs.gov
Marni McKinney FoundationIndianapolis, IN1$500$500Humane Society of IndianapolisAnimal shelter with homeless animals for adoptionapps.irs.gov
Payne Family FoundationElkins, NH1$500$500Medical Mutts Service Dogs IncCharitable supportapps.irs.gov
The Lasalle Family FoundationIndianapolis, IN1$500$500Humane Fort WayneSupport of primary missionapps.irs.gov
The Paul W Lingle Family FoundationRichmond, IN1$500$500Help the AnimalsGeneralapps.irs.gov
Sia Foundation IncLafayette, IN3$400$200Loving Paws Animal CenterMatching Giftapps.irs.gov
Joseph R & Helen Shaker Family FoundationOak Park, IL1$280$280Midwest Dachshund RescueTo further charitable workapps.irs.gov
Citizens Charitable FoundationJohnston, RI4$266$106GSD Rescue Indy IncMatching giftsapps.irs.gov
Assurant FoundationAtlanta, GA1$250$250Humane Society for Hamilton County IncFinancial Assistanceapps.irs.gov
Schneider National Foundation IncGreen Bay, WI1$250$250Partners for Animal Welfare Society IncDonationapps.irs.gov
The R B Annis Educational FoundationFishers, IN1$250$250Humane Society of IndianapolisCharitableapps.irs.gov
Thomas W Seger and Cynthia J Seger Family Foundation IncJasper, IN1$250$250Dubois County Humane SocietyUnrestrictedapps.irs.gov
Arthur J Gallagher FoundationRolling Meadows, IL3$235$175Lennoxs Legacy Rescue IncGeneral exempt purposeapps.irs.gov
The Cohen Family Foundation IncCarmel, IN1$200$200Creekside Animal RescueTo fund operating expensesapps.irs.gov
The Walter E & Ruth K Wright Charitable Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN1$200$200Indiana Raptor CenterCharitable contributionapps.irs.gov
Benco Family Foundation Fka Cohen Family Charitable FoundationPittston, PA1$100$100Humane Fort WayneCharitableapps.irs.gov
Terry L and Sandra K Tucker Family Foundation TrustWarsaw, IN1$100$100New Hope Pet RescueGeneral charitable operationsapps.irs.gov
Texas Instruments FoundationDallas, TX1$100$100It Takes A Village Canine RescueDonations to colleges, universities and other organizations under "matching gifts program."apps.irs.gov
Reynolds American FoundationWinston Salem, NC1$31$31Peaceable Primate SantuaryCharitable activtitiesapps.irs.gov

Largest grants

FoundationRecipientRecipient locationPurposeAmountSource
Lilly Endowment IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INGeneral operating support$1,116,720apps.irs.gov
Louise P Toole Charitable TrustVanderburgh County Humane Society IncEvansville, INUnrestricted grant$633,448apps.irs.gov
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable FoundationIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INCampaign for our zoo - our community - our world$600,000apps.irs.gov
Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable FoundationIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INTo support general operations$320,000apps.irs.gov
Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INTo promote animal conservation; contribution in honor of spike & friends$250,000apps.irs.gov
Joanie C Bernard FoundationSpay-Neuter Services IncIndianapolis, INProject/program funds$200,000apps.irs.gov
Edmonds Family Foundation IncPotawatomi Zoological SocietySouth Bend, INCharitable$167,000apps.irs.gov
Welter Foundation IncThe Humane Society of Elkhart County IncBristol, INExpansion; Pledge from Best in Show; General Operating Support$128,820apps.irs.gov
Every OrgLil Bubs Big FundBloomington, INGeneral support$125,018apps.irs.gov
English-Bonter-Mitchell FDNFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INWorld of adventure$125,000apps.irs.gov
Covert Family FoundationLow Cost Spay Neuter ClinicNoblesville, INCharitable purposes$125,000apps.irs.gov
849 FoundationHumane Society for Hamilton County IncFishers, INGeneral & Unrestricted$120,000apps.irs.gov
Tua Otto & Margaret Zack Char TrustMichiana Humane SocietyMichigan City, INUnrestricted general$115,000apps.irs.gov
Tua Otto & Margaret Zack Char TrustMichigan City Zoological SocietyMichigan City, INUnrestricted general$95,000apps.irs.gov
Ardelle and Theresa Glaze FoundationLC Nature Park IncRoanoke, INConservation, parks, and recreation$80,000apps.irs.gov
Liebchen's Gift FoundationIndy Neighborhood CatsIndianapolis, INAnimal welfare$75,000apps.irs.gov
Prime Foundation IncPotawatomi Zoological Society IncSouth Bend, INGeneral support$75,000apps.irs.gov
American Electric Power FoundationFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INGeneral & Unrestricted$57,500apps.irs.gov
The Haughey Family Foundation IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INCharitable grant$57,500apps.irs.gov
The Schmetterling FoundationIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INEntrance enhancement project$50,000apps.irs.gov
American Electric Power FoundationPotawatomi Zoological Society IncSouth Bend, INPotawatomi Zoo Express Train fund$50,000apps.irs.gov
Lilly Endowment IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INEmployee matching gift(s)$49,500apps.irs.gov
Leslie L Alexander Foundation IncHeartland Small Animal RescueSouth Bend, INAnimal rescue$45,000apps.irs.gov
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable TrustIndy Neighborhood CatsIndianapolis, INGeneral operating support to improve the quality of life for unowned neighborhood cats.$45,000apps.irs.gov
Demarchis Family FoundationHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INGeneral support$40,000apps.irs.gov
Gray Lady Foundation IncMedical Mutts Service DogsIndianapolis, INResearch$40,000apps.irs.gov
Huff Animal Protection TrustCatsnip EtcGoshen, INCharitable$35,000apps.irs.gov
Rifkin Family FoundationFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INEducational interpreterprogram$35,000apps.irs.gov
English-Bonter-Mitchell FDNLC Nature ParkRoanoke, INPark restoration project$35,000apps.irs.gov
Lincoln Financial Foundation IncFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INEducation Grants$30,000apps.irs.gov
Huff Animal Protection TrustHumane Society of Elkhart CountyBristol, INCharitable$30,000apps.irs.gov
Richard M Fairbanks Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INMatching Gift Donation$30,000apps.irs.gov
Hazel Travioli Charitable Trust XXX-XX-XXXXTerre Haute Humane SocietyTerre Haute, INProgram support$26,045apps.irs.gov
Walker Corporate Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INGeneral fund contribution$26,000apps.irs.gov
Margaret Taggart Trust Fbo Hfaface 00a112Home for Friendless AnimalsWaynetown, INGeneral operations$25,060apps.irs.gov
James R Shields Private FoundationFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INGeneral support$25,000apps.irs.gov
Surack Family Foundation IncFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INTrain engine replacement$25,000apps.irs.gov
Sabino Family Charitable FoundationHumane Fort Wayne IncFort Wayne, INGeneral & Unrestricted$25,000apps.irs.gov
Fulk Family Foundation IncHumane Indiana IncHighland, INGeneral purpose$25,000apps.irs.gov
Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INOperations$25,000apps.irs.gov
The Seabury FoundationIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INChimpanzee complex$25,000apps.irs.gov
Head & Heart Foundation Trust 12319Professional Animal Retirement CenterAlbion, INGeneral support$25,000apps.irs.gov
Lenore Higgins Charitable Trust Peoples State BankTerre Haute Humane SocietyTerre Haute, INTake care of stray/abandoned animals$22,718apps.irs.gov
The Martha Royse Friberg TrustAlmost Home Humane SocietyLafayette, INGeneral operations$22,298apps.irs.gov
The Weiner-Ellman Family FoundationMichiana Humane SocietyMichigan City, INCharitable$21,561apps.irs.gov
Fort Wayne Beagle Club IncDekalb Humane SocietyAuburn, INSupport$20,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Wayne Beagle Club IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INSupport$20,000apps.irs.gov
The Smithville Charitable Foundation IncHumane Society of Sullivan CountySullivan, INGeneral$20,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Wayne Beagle Club IncHuntington County Humane SocietyHuntington, INSupport$20,000apps.irs.gov
Sabino Family Charitable FoundationHuntington County Humane Society IncHuntington, INGeneral & Unrestricted$20,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Wayne Beagle Club IncWabash County Animal Shelter IncWabash, INSupport$20,000apps.irs.gov
Nicholas H Noyes Jr Memorial FoundationIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INAnnual support$19,800apps.irs.gov
Scott Kenneth A Charitable TaArk Animal Rescue and AdoptionLagrange, INGeneral operating$15,000apps.irs.gov
Owen & Jean Pritchard FDNFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INCoastal cove phase ii$15,000apps.irs.gov
Kuhne Charles Char FDN T-W MainFort Wayne Zoological Society IncFort Wayne, INGeneral operating$15,000apps.irs.gov
Ove W Jorgensen Foundation IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INGeneral$15,000apps.irs.gov
Scott Kenneth A Charitable TaHumane Fort Wayne IncFort Wayne, INGeneral operating$15,000apps.irs.gov
Margaret Rowley Clarke FoundationRed Wolf SanctuaryRising Sun, INCharitable purpose$15,000apps.irs.gov
Alcoa FoundationWarrick Humane Society IncNewburgh, INBuilding hope capital campaign (month of purpose event)$15,000apps.irs.gov
The Barker Welfare FoundationMichiana Humane Society IncMichigan City, INFor first payment on a pledge of $25,000.00 payable over 2 years for general operating support.$12,500apps.irs.gov
Clarence E Custer and Inez R CusterFriends of Columbus Animal Care ServicesColumbus, INCharitable purposes$12,000apps.irs.gov
The Cleveland-Cliffs FoundationHumane IndianaHighland, INGeneral support$12,000apps.irs.gov
Florence L Stream Charitable TrustPotawatomi Zoological Society IncSouth Bend, INGeneral operating$12,000apps.irs.gov
C Lloyd Yohe FoundationNewlife Rescue & Adoption IncMount Vernon, INGeneral operating support$11,500apps.irs.gov
Covert Family FoundationExotic Feline Rescue CenterCenter Point, INCharitable purposes$10,000apps.irs.gov
Clark Charitable TrustExotic Feline Rescue Center IncCenter Point, INCharitable$10,000apps.irs.gov
The James L and Gloria J Godschalk Jr Family FoundationHelping Paws Pet HavenHuntington, INCharitable$10,000apps.irs.gov
Freeland Family Foundation IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INTo provide resources for animals to find and keep their forever homes.$10,000apps.irs.gov
The James Foundation IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INCapital campaign support$10,000apps.irs.gov
M E Raker Foundation IncHumane Fort WayneFort Wayne, INProgram Support$10,000apps.irs.gov
Lumina Foundation for Education IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INTo support Zoobilation 2024.$10,000apps.irs.gov
Lumina Foundation for Education IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INTo support Zoobilation 2025.$10,000apps.irs.gov
Walker Family FoundationIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INGeneral purposes$10,000apps.irs.gov
Samerian Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, INIndianapolis prize gala$10,000apps.irs.gov
C Lloyd Yohe FoundationOlivers Heros IncEvansville, INGeneral operating support$10,000apps.irs.gov
The Terranova Equestrian Foundation IncPals for Paws IncKokomo, INGeneral$10,000apps.irs.gov
Oliver & Cunningham Fam Fdn-MainPotawatomi Zoological Society IncSouth Bend, INGeneral operating$10,000apps.irs.gov
Nicholas H Noyes Jr Memorial FoundationSpay-Neuter Services IncIndianapolis, INPublic vet's the fix is in mobile cat clinic$10,000apps.irs.gov
Oakwood Foundation Charitable TrustThe Leatherback Trust IncFort Wayne, INGeneral fund$10,000apps.irs.gov
Edward L Hutton FoundationWildcare IncBloomington, INGeneral purpose$10,000apps.irs.gov
Max Goldenson Foundation for Modern Dog AdoptionIndependent Socal French Bulldog Rescue IncSouth Bend, INTo assist in their charitable mission.$9,399apps.irs.gov
Koch Foundation IncEvansville Zoological SocietyEvansville, INCharitable Operations$8,500apps.irs.gov
Peanut and Sandy Paws and Claws CharitablePet Elves IncFranklin, INGeneral purpose$8,500apps.irs.gov
Elizabeth Albon Foundation TrustWarrick Humane Society IncNewburgh, INCharitable Gift$8,500apps.irs.gov
Christian Science Society of Boonville Irrv TrustWarrick Humane SocietyNewburgh, INCharitable gift$8,466apps.irs.gov
Charles Huck Memorial Fund Iua Fifth ThirdEvansville Zoological Society IncEvansville, INGeneral operating support$8,250apps.irs.gov
Bill Deputy FoundationHumane Society of Elkhart CountyBristol, INGeneral operating support$8,000apps.irs.gov
Paul H Everitt & June Dunn Everitt FoundationHuntington County Humane SocietyHuntington, INAnimal care$7,550apps.irs.gov
Bernice Barbour Foundation Inc 5487-00-40Friends of Ferdinand Indiana IncMooresville, INRetired from racing, not$7,500apps.irs.gov
Round Room Gives IncHumane Society for Hamilton CountyFishers, INAllocate funds to the construction of a secure and durable fence for a new dedicated outdoo$7,500apps.irs.gov
Ropchan FoundationLC Nature Park IncRoanoke, INGeneral support$7,500apps.irs.gov
Milo Milligan Memorial Trust 1015010005Jay County Humane SocietyPortland, INProgram support$7,200apps.irs.gov
Huff Animal Protection TrustAnimal Acres IncCromwell, INCharitable$7,000apps.irs.gov
The Howard S Dubin Family FoundationOinking Acres Farm Rescue and SanctuaryBrownsburg, INGeneral support$7,000apps.irs.gov
Amazonsmile FoundationHumane Society of Indianapolis IncIndianapolis, INGeneral support$6,690apps.irs.gov
Lilly Endowment IncHumane Society of Indianapolis IncIndianapolis, INSummer youth program$6,500apps.irs.gov
Van Riper-Woodard Family Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INUnrestricted donation$6,000apps.irs.gov
Lumina Foundation for Education IncIndianapolis Zoological SocietyIndianapolis, INTo support the Indianapolis Prize Gala to celebrate the victories of the world's leading animal conservationists.$6,000apps.irs.gov
Richard M Fairbanks Foundation IncIndianapolis Zoological Society IncIndianapolis, IN2025 Indianapolis Prize Sponsorship$6,000apps.irs.gov
LTR Foundation IncLennoxs Legacy Rescue IncDecatur, INAnimal issues$5,500apps.irs.gov

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