The Bob Jones Dog Trust
Supporting charitable organizations that care for dogs in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Welcome
The Bob Jones Dog Trust is a private charitable trust dedicated to improving the lives of dogs by supporting the nonprofit organizations that care for them.
The mission of this Trust is to provide a vehicle to fund and support charitable non-profit animal shelters or organizations, with a special emphasis on shelters or organizations that provide care to dogs.
We make grants to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations that are working to improve dog welfare in Northeast Pennsylvania.
Where We Fund
The Bob Jones Dog Trust provides grants to eligible organizations working within the following Pennsylvania counties:
- Bradford
- Carbon
- Lackawanna
- Luzerne
- Monroe
- Northampton
- Pike
- Sullivan
- Susquehanna
- Wayne
- Wyoming
Grantmaking Focus
Projects may include, but are not limited to:
- Dog population management (spay/neuter)
- Rehoming, adoption, and fostering
- Capital projects such as kennels, shelters, or veterinary clinics
- Veterinary care for owned dogs
- Supplies, food, and well-being
- Long-term foster care and other innovative approaches to dog welfare
Please review the FAQs and application instructions carefully before submitting a grant request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for a grant?
The Bob Jones Dog Trust will provide grants to 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations that wish to improve dog welfare within the counties of Wayne, Pike, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Carbon, Bradford, Monroe, Susquehanna, Northampton, Sullivan, and Wyoming in Pennsylvania.
How much can I apply for?
Organizations may apply for up to $25,000.00 annually.
When is the application period?
The application period for 2026 is open from February 1, 2026 through February 28, 2026. Applications must be received no later than February 28, 2026. Grant recipients will be notified by March 15, 2026.
How do I apply?
You may request an application by emailing us at info@thebobjonesdogtrust.org. Completed applications may also be submitted electronically to this email address, or mailed to:
The Bob Jones Dog Trust
PO Box 204
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
In addition, you may complete the online application form available on the “Apply for a Grant” page of this site.
When must funds be used?
Monies awarded must be spent within the calendar year of distribution. You will receive a follow-up Grant Reporting Form to show how awarded monies have been used. Please submit this upon completion of the project or by the end of the calendar year, whichever occurs first.
Apply for a Grant
Please review the eligibility requirements and FAQs before beginning your application. The Bob Jones Dog Trust accepts applications from 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations working to improve dog welfare in the eligible Pennsylvania counties.
Application window (2026): February 1 – February 28
Notification date: On or before March 15, 2026
The online application form will ask for information that aligns with our standard grant application, including:
- Organization details and EIN (with 501(c)(3) confirmation)
- Contact person’s name and contact information
- Project title and county where the project will take place
- Project focus (e.g., spay/neuter, rehoming, capital build, veterinary care, supplies)
- Amount requested (up to $25,000)
- Brief organizational background
- Project summary, aims, and detailed budget
- How you will measure and evaluate success
If you have any questions while completing the application, please email info@thebobjonesdogtrust.org.
Online Application Form
Application form will be available on February 1st, 2026.