Temporarily closed – will re-open for applications in August 2026.
Background
The SAWI Fund for the Promotion of Animal Welfare in Israel is a restricted fund, managed by Science for Animal Welfare The fund offers financial support for projects to promote the welfare of animals in Israel. Applications are assessed on their merits for animal welfare, their scientific quality (in the case of research applications), and relative to other SAWI applications received.
As well as research projects, the SAWI Fund also supports major, strategic, educational initiatives for animal welfare in Israel, such as organising international workshops and conferences as well as the preparation or publication of books.
How to apply
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page and read the Terms and Conditions for Research Grants carefully, before applying.
Applications using the online form are accepted throughout the year but will be assessed twice annually (deadlines 1 October and 1 April). For applications received by the 1 October deadline, the project cannot start before 1 January the following year. For applications received by the 1 April deadline, the project cannot start before 1 July.
Small research grant
Small research grants are for funding of less than £5,000.
Large research grant
Large research grants are for funding above £5,000.
Travel, Training and Other Events Grants
The travel, training and other events grant is for applications to support non-research events, such as attending or organising educational or scientific meetings, lectures, or courses.
Previous recipients and projects
Learn about the previous recipients of the SAWI Research and Project Fund and their projects.
Discover our other grants
We offer a range offer a range of grants to support animal welfare research.