A global contest for students (ages 14–18) to explore animal welfare issues and solutions through essays and videos.
All Programs
Helping students pursue career opportunities focused on improving animal welfare
Supporting the Implementation of Refinements to Improve the Welfare of Animals Used in Experimentation
Animals in Laboratories
Promoting ideas to improve the welfare of animals in research
An award program to fund innovative strategies for humane, nonlethal wildlife conflict management and improved methods of wildlife study.
Terrestrial Wildlife
Promoting the analysis of NIBRS animal cruelty data
Companion Animals
Funding safe haven programs for survivors with pets in resource-scarce regions.
Our work to protect animals would not be possible without the generous donations we receive each year. The Animal Welfare Institute is committed to using our donors’ contributions for the direct benefit of animals, with more than 90 percent of funds going toward program expenses.
