SPCA Desexing Grant
SPCA Desexing Grant exists to reduce the number of unwanted animals born in New Zealand by supporting rescue groups and those working in the community with funding for desexing projects. By working together, we can prevent unplanned litters, reduce pressure on shelters and rescues, and improve animal welfare across Aotearoa.
Applications for our 2026 Desexing Grant are now open!
Closing date: 31 May 2026
SPCA Desexing Grant is only open to rescue organisations, groups or those working in the community. If you are an individual looking to desex your own animal (or one belonging to a friend or family member), please see our current campaigns on the homepage or take a look at our Desexing FAQs for more information.
Further information
Thank you for your interest in our Desexing Grant. If you’re an applicant and need help with the application process, you can view the Applicant Guide. It has all the information you need to complete an application, but if you any have any questions that aren’t covered in the Guide or Program Info on the Grant website, please email snipnchip@spca.nz and one of the Desexing team will be able to help you. Click here to be taken to the Grant website.
Previous Grants
SPCA Desexing Grant 2025
42 grants awarded to rescue groups and those working in community across Aotearoa.
2025 Funding Round Status - Desexing and Reporting:
Successful applicants are undertaking their community desexing projects.
Final accountability reports due 31 May 2026
From 2022-2024 our Desexing Grant was administered by Companion Animals Trust New Zealand. If you received an SPCA Desexing Grant during this period and have a question regarding the funding or reporting requirements, please reach out to the Trust directly.