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To Michelson Found Animals, philanthropy is an opportunity to focus funds, resources, and business acumen towards giant, solvable problems. It’s through the programs below that we champion pets in our world.
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Strategic Initiatives

  • Spay and Neuter Initiative
  • Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative
  • Better Neighbor Project

Philanthropic Investments

  • Michelson Prize & Grant in Reproductive Biology
  • Michelson Found Animals Strategic Grants
  • Leap Venture Studio
  • Robert & Erika Brunson Fund
  • Strategic Initiatives
    • Spay and Neuter Initiative
    • Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative
    • Better Neighbor Project
  • Philanthropic Investments
    • Michelson Prize & Grant in Reproductive Biology
    • Michelson Found Animals Strategic Grants
    • Leap Venture Studio
    • Robert & Erika Brunson Fund
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Kitten Season is Here, And Los Angeles Is Not Ready

Kitten Season is Here, And Los Angeles Is Not Ready

by Michelson Found Animals | May 16, 2025 | News & Events, Pets & Family, Professional, Spay & Neuter

Why Spay and Neuter Funding Matters Now More Than Ever As temperatures rise and spring settles in, kitten season is already underway in Los Angeles—and this year, it’s projected to be bigger than ever. Shelters are bracing for a surge in unwanted litters,...
Join Us for the 2025 Pets & Housing Awards: Celebrating Leaders in Pet-Inclusive Living!

Join Us for the 2025 Pets & Housing Awards: Celebrating Leaders in Pet-Inclusive Living!

by Michelson Found Animals | May 5, 2025 | News & Events, Pet Inclusive Housing Initiative, Pets & Family, Professional

By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Mark your calendars for June 4th! This year’s Pets & Housing Awards are shaping up to be the can’t-miss event for anyone passionate about pet-inclusive rental housing! Whether you’re an...
We Couldn’t Do It Without You: Celebrating Our Volunteer Family

We Couldn’t Do It Without You: Celebrating Our Volunteer Family

by Michelson Found Animals | Apr 23, 2025 | Better Neighbor Project, News & Events, Pets & Family, Professional

At Michelson Found Animals, our mission to support pets and their people wouldn’t be possible without one powerful force—our volunteers. From Better Neighbor Project (BNP) events in the heart of our communities to busy days at our warehouse prepping supplies, these...
Why Pet-Inclusive Housing is a Win-Win for Everyone

Why Pet-Inclusive Housing is a Win-Win for Everyone

by Michelson Found Animals | Mar 19, 2025 | News & Events, Pet Inclusive Housing Initiative, Pets & Family, Professional

For rental housing providers, embracing pet inclusivity is more than just a kind gesture—it’s a smart business move that fosters community, increases retention, and improves financial performance. Michelson Found Animals’ Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative (PIHI) offers...
Celebrating World Spay Day: Launching Our Spay & Neuter Initiatives Resource Center

Celebrating World Spay Day: Launching Our Spay & Neuter Initiatives Resource Center

by Michelson Found Animals | Feb 25, 2025 | Better Neighbor Project, Health, News & Events, Pets & Family, Professional, Spay & Neuter

On February 25, we proudly join the global community in celebrating World Spay Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering pets to prevent overpopulation and promote their health and well-being. This year, Michelson Found...
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STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

  • Spay & Neuter Initiative
  • Better Neighbor Project
  • Pet Inclusive Housing Initiative

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  • Michelson Prize & Grants in Reproductive Biology
  • Michelson Found Animals Strategic Grants
  • Leap Venture Studio
  • Robert & Erika Brunson Fund

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