The Humane Society of the United States
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 530225390 · Private foundation
The Humane Society of the United States is a District of Columbia-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $52.4M in giving and $543.2M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 1,150 grants for The Humane Society of the United States. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Humane Society of the United States funds
The Humane Society of the United States's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, environment & conservation, food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include families, rural communities, older adults.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humane World for Animals International Fka Humane Society International GENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $17.9M | 2024 |
| Humane Society International General Support | Washington, DC | $9.2M | 2023 |
| The Fund for Animals Inc General Support | Washington, DC | $7.2M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Humane Society of the United States
The Humane Society of the United States's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at humanesociety.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Humane Society of the United States
- Does The Humane Society of the United States accept grant applications?
- The Humane Society of the United States's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Humane Society of the United States fund?
- The Humane Society of the United States's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Humane World for Animals International Fka Humane Society International, Humane Society International, The Fund for Animals Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Humane Society of the United States give in grants?
- The Humane Society of the United States's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $52.4M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $148.6M over 1,150 grants.
- Where is The Humane Society of the United States located?
- The Humane Society of the United States is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 530225390.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Humane Society of the United States?
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