This page has resources for DCSP applicants and grantees. For more information on the Dog & Cat Sterilization Grant see our DCSP page.
Thank you for your interest in the Dog and Cat Sterilization Program 2024 Grant (DCSP 2024 Grant.) We are excited to announce that the 2024 DSCP Grant application period begins February 1, 2024 and closes March 2, 2024. Please join the newsletter for further notification by visiting: https://www.agr.georgia.gov/pets
The purpose of the Dog and Cat Sterilization Grant Program is to provide financial assistance with sterilization procedures. The Department hopes that grant funds will ease the burden of sterilization procedures and increase the number of dogs and cats sterilized in Georgia. It is further noted that the intent of the grant is to reduce the number of animals that are reproducing to reduce overpopulation pressures (not to subsidize the cost of adopting from shelters).
Please review this page prior to applying for the Georgia Department of Agriculture Dog and Cat Sterilization Program 2024 Grant.
Who is eligible for grant funding?
Please review eligibility prior to applying for the Georgia DCSP Grant - To be eligible per rule 40-13-14-.03 https://rules.sos.ga.gov/gac/40-13-14 the applicant must be one of the following:
- A county and/or municipal animal shelter licensed and located in Georgia.
- A licensed non-profit animal rescue organization with 501(c)(3) status located in Georgia.
- A veterinary medical foundation with 501(c)(3) status located in Georgia.
Who is not eligible for grant funding?
- Unlicensed for-profit or non-profit spay/neuter clinics.
- Licensed animal shelters and rescue groups that have been licensed less than 12-months from grant application opening date.
- Private individuals.
What documents will be needed for the application process?
Non-profit Animal Rescues
- A copy of the non-profit status form 501(c)(3) issued by the Internal Revenue Service. (Do not send a copy of a tax return or a copy of incorporation by the Georgia Secretary of State)
- A copy of the current Georgia Department of Agriculture Animal Shelter License
- A Letter of Collaboration which can be downloaded here: https://www.agr.georgia.gov/sites/default/files/documents/financial-assistance/dcsp-veterinarian-collaboration-agreement-fillable.pdf
Veterinary Medical Foundations with 501(c)(3) status
- A copy of the non-profit status form 501(c)(3) issued by the Internal Revenue Service. (Do not send a copy of a tax return or a copy of incorporation by the Georgia Secretary of State)
- A Letter of Veterinary Collaboration which can be downloaded here: https://www.agr.georgia.gov/sites/default/files/documents/financial-assistance/dcsp-veterinarian-collaboration-agreement-fillable.pdf
County and/or Municipal Animal Shelters
- A copy of the current Georgia Department of Agriculture Animal Shelter License
- A Letter of Veterinary Collaboration which can be downloaded here: https://www.agr.georgia.gov/sites/default/files/documents/financial-assistance/dcsp-veterinarian-collaboration-agreement-fillable.pdf
- DCA Compliance Certification
- To determine whether your municipality is in compliance, visit DCA’s website at: https://www.dca.ga.gov/.
Applicant Forms
A Letter of Veterinary Collaboration
DCSP Veterinarian Collaboration Agreement (Fillable)