Welcome to Fido's Future Foundation
About Us
Supporting Shelters. Strengthening Communities.
Founded in 2023, Fido’s Future Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with offices in Connecticut and Florida. We’re dedicated to strengthening animal welfare efforts by providing vital resources to select shelters and rescue organizations across both states.
Our mission is simple: no animal should suffer due to neglect, unsafe conditions, or overcrowding. Through targeted events fundraising, grant writing, donor engagement, and educational programs, we help shelters grow, sustain, and thrive.
More than fundraisers, we’re partners in progress—offering hands-on support in marketing, events, board development, compliance, and community outreach. We also advocate for responsible pet ownership and the life-changing value of adoption.
Together, we’re building a brighter future for rescue dogs—one shelter, one community, one life at a time.
Our Promise
Our Promise
Our Promise
Compassionate and Mission-Driven
Targeted Grant Funding
We provide strategic financial support to 501(c)(3) shelters and rescue organizations in Connecticut and Florida, helping them expand capacity, improve care, and reduce euthanasia caused by overcrowding or lack of resources.
Education & Advocacy
We champion responsible pet ownership and humane treatment of animals through public education, board development training, and programs that promote long-term, community-centered change.
Fundraising & Organizational Support
Beyond grants, we offer expert guidance in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, event planning, and marketing—empowering our partners to build sustainable operations and grow their reach.
Our Vision
A Vision for Every Rescue Animal
At Fido’s Future Foundation, we envision a world where every rescue animal receives compassionate care and the opportunity for a loving home. By equipping animal shelters and animal welfare organizations in Connecticut and Florida with essential funding, guidance, and resources, we aim to strengthen their ability to save more lives. We are committed to building strategic partnerships that empower our selected shelters and programs to thrive—not just survive.
FIDO
F-Fundraise via events, corporate and community support
I-Instruct, Train, Educate
D-Develop and Create Marketing Plans and Outreach
O-Operations management- work with shelters to improve day-to-day operations.
Granting Hope. Empowering Impact.
Fido’s Future Foundation provides targeted financial support to animal shelters and organizations dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and rehoming dogs and cats. Our grant recipients receive not only funding—but compassionate, hands-on support to strengthen their capacity and impact.
We prioritize efforts that reduce homelessness, prevent neglect, and promote responsible pet ownership. In addition to supporting animal shelters, we may also fund canine-assisted wellness initiatives and emergency relief programs in communities in need.
Whether through our own programs or by empowering others on the front lines, we’re committed to creating lasting, community-centered change for dogs and the people who care for them.
Our Approach to Grant Funding
At Fido’s Future Foundation, we believe that strong shelters save more lives. That’s why our Grants Program is designed to support IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) animal shelters and organizations in Connecticut and Florida that demonstrate transparency, measurable outcomes, and a proven track record of compassionate care.
Grant submissions are accepted twice a year—in June (deadline April 30th) and December (deadline October 30th)—to ensure timely and strategic support for shelters and animal welfare programs when they need it most.
Our Fundraising Channels
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Community-focused events held in both Connecticut and Florida
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Generous individual donations
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Corporate partnerships with mission-driven businesses
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Vehicle donations, which are resold to support our cause
Every donation is 100% tax-deductible and helps fund grants, educational initiatives, and community resources—all aimed at improving the lives of rescue dogs and the organizations that care for them.
Meet the Team
Meet the Board
The Heart of Our Foundation
The dedicated team at Fido's Future Foundation consists of passionate individuals committed to providing the highest level of support to every animal shelter. Each member brings a wealth of experience to ensure the well-being and happiness of the dogs under their care.
Sandra Kiehm
President, AFP
Catherine Branch Stebbins
Vice President
Sharon Howell
Secretary
Lauren Furey
Treasurer
Stories of Hope
Real Stories, Real Impact
Each story we share highlights the real impact of our work—rescued animals finding loving homes, shelters expanding their reach, and communities coming together. These moments of hope remind us why every grant matters and every life is worth saving.
Thanks to the generous support of Fido’s Future Foundation, the Dog Lovers Club at Kings Point was able to make improvements to our Dog Park in our senior community by upgrading our grass walkway to a durable concrete path and add benches to better accommodate individuals with physical challenges and mobility needs for our seniors who have dogs. Thus enabling them to continue to use the park and keep their dedicated canine partners.
Dog Lovers Club at Kings Point
Bonnie McCauslin, President