Beth's Furry Friends Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Beth's Furry Friends Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $206,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$206,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $235,500 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $176,500 | 22 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $235,500 | 13 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $206,500 | 16 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Beth's Furry Friends Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Beth's Furry Friends Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $117,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $60,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $9,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Petco Foundation | General | $60,000 |
| Long Island Bulldog Rescue | General | $45,000 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | General | $25,000 |
| North Shore Animal League America | General | $20,000 |
| Animal Control Center of New York | General | $10,000 |
| Animal Medical Center | General | $10,000 |
| Dutchie & Renee Senior Cat Rescue | General | $9,500 |
| Animal Friends of Barbour County | General | $5,000 |
| Kellys Fosters Inc | General | $5,000 |
| San Diego House Rabbit Society | General | $5,000 |
| Southampton Animal Shelter | General | $5,000 |
| Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons | General | $2,500 |
| Friends of Mohave County Animal Shelter | General | $1,500 |
| Hearts Alive Village | General | $1,000 |
| Joyful Pets Rescue | General | $1,000 |
| Loggerhead Marinelife Center | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Beth Stern
- Keith Bloomfield
- Edward A Renn
Questions people ask
Does Beth's Furry Friends Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beth's Furry Friends Foundation give?
$206,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Beth's Furry Friends Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Beth Stern (President, Director, Treasurer), Keith Bloomfield (Secretary, Director) and Edward A Renn (Director).
What does Beth's Furry Friends Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.