Pet Lover’s License Plate Grant Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $480,000 in funding under the California Pet Lover’s License Plate grant program. This program is funded by fees associated with the original purchase, annual renewal, and conversion of Pet Lover’s license plates from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. To be eligible, an organization must be: · A veterinary facility that is registered and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board · Overseen by responsible licensee manager licensed and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board. · Operated by one of the following: o a California city or county or city and county, o an animal care or control agency, or o a nonprofit meeting the requirements of Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code that is registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State.

Eligibility

• Programs related to agriculture

Award details

Applications close on January 28, 2022.

Categories

Facility Improvement