Do you have a project for which you would like to apply for support? You can read more about the application process and learn about what an application should contain. You can also read about our deadlines and evaluation requirements.
The QATO Foundation’s support areas are relatively broad, in that we support projects which contribute towards promoting and ensuring animal welfare. However, we primarily support projects which promote welfare for pets and other animals which live closely together with people. Animals that are not thriving in human custody have a special focus within the foundation.
When we assess an application, we focus first and foremost on whether the project can contribute to promoting welfare for the animals which the project deals with. This can either be a direct help to animals, via research projects, broader cooperation, or projects which promote education or communication in general.
When you are certain that your project suits our purposes and lies within our support areas, then the next step is to formulate an application.
We do not have a standard template for project applications, so you choose the format for your application yourself. We have compiled some good advice for your application below.
To enable us to assess your application, it is important that you include a budget for the project. The level of detail required will depend on the complexity of the project.
For smaller projects, the budget may be simple, provided that it is clear, comprehensive and self-explanatory.
For more complex projects, a good budget should provide a clear overview and detailed breakdown of all budget items, including, for example, salaries, costs related to internal and external activities, transportation, materials, communication and financial control, as well as an overview of the project’s total funding. Please also indicate whether the project is funded from other sources, such as own funding or funding already granted.
Administrative costs/overhead must be shown as a separate budget item and may not be included in salary costs. The Foundation covers reasonable administrative costs/overhead, but generally no more than 10–15%.
The budget must be uploaded as a PDF file.
The budget and any relevant supporting documents must be uploaded together with the application. An example of a relevant supporting document could be a quotation from a supplier.
On 18 September 2026, The QATO Foundation will implement a new application system with the aim of creating a more user-friendly system for our applicants while also streamlining internal case processing.
During the transition period from mid-August until the new system goes live on 17 September, there will be changes to the dates and procedures for submitting applications, payment requests and reports. Applicants and grant recipients should therefore be aware of the following.
Once your project has been completed, we ask you to submit a final report. In the final report, you should describe, among other things, the project’s results in relation to the intended impact and the objectives set out in your application.
The final report must be completed and submitted via the application portal under your grant.
Do you have an active grant from QATO Foundation’s previous application system
Your grant will be available in the new application portal from 1 November 2026. From that date, you will be able to submit your final report through the portal.
Read more about the transition to the new application portal New application portal – changes in dates and procedures
