Grant applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Grants, up to $500, are awarded based upon several factors, including: urgency, financial need and available funding. Once an application is submitted online by a case worker, a response via e-mail or by phone will be provided within one to two business days.

Please note: For safety reasons, applications must be submitted by a case worker or domestic violence shelter representative. 

If you are a victim of domestic violence and need immediate assistance:

• Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.7233.
• View a directory of domestic and family violence shelters that allow pets: on-site housing, off-site housing
• See our resource page for additional resources.

If you are domestic violence shelter:

• Download the Sheltering Animals & Families Together™ Start-Up Guide, which outlines how to transform your shelter to house family pets on-site.
• Download RedRover's flier on animals and domestic violence to share this information.
• See our resource page for additional resources.

Eligibility Guidelines

The applicant/client must:

• Live in the United States.
• Have a plan for how the animal's needs can be met. For example, a written estimate from a specific boarding kennel or veterinary clinic.
• For the safety of the client, applications must be submitted by a domestic violence shelter representative on behalf of the client.

The animal(s) must:

• Be spayed/neutered (grant may include spay/neuter costs).
• Be a companion animal belonging to a victim of domestic violence.

The boarding facility or clinic must:

• Provide RedRover with a written estimate at RedRover's request.
• Accept a check from RedRover.

RedRover cannot help if any of the following apply:

• The boarding has already been completed and you need assistance paying the bill.
• RedRover Relief's funding resources have been depleted.

How To Apply

Read the above purpose statement and eligibility requirements carefully before applying.

I have read and agree to the above eligibility requirements RedRover Domestic Violence Safe Escape Grant Application