DENVER/August 11, 2025 – In celebration of National Dog Day on August 26, Mae Philanthropies is providing a generous $25,000 matching gift to support canine health research through Morris Animal Foundation. From now through August 31, every donation will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling the impact of contributions that help fund lifesaving science for dogs.
Every donation will support high-impact scientific studies addressing major health challenges faced by dogs, including cancer, heart disease, cognitive decline, and more.
“We are thrilled to partner with Morris Animal Foundation to advance critical research on the human-animal bond,” said Barb Izzo, President of Mae Philanthropies. “This collaboration represents our commitment to understanding and strengthening the profound connection between humans and dogs, ultimately improving lives on both ends of the leash.”
A Shared Mission to Improve Human and Canine Wellbeing
Mae Philanthropies champions mental health and wellbeing through science and innovation. Their recent commitment to a Morris Animal Foundation Donor-Inspired Study on the health of service dogs and their human partners reflects their broader mission to explore the therapeutic potential of service dogs and improve outcomes for both animals and the people who rely on them.
“Thanks to Mae Philanthropies’ generosity, we can expand our efforts to tackle some of the most pressing health issues facing dogs today,” said Dan Stencel, Vice President of Development at Morris Animal Foundation. “Together, we’re advancing research that brings hope to countless families and their pets.”
Unleash the power of your support with a gift this National Dog Day: Your donation will be matched dollar for dollar through August 31, doubling your impact for the dogs you love.
About Morris Animal Foundation
Morris Animal Foundation's mission is to bridge science and resources to advance the health of animals. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Denver, it is one of the largest nonprofit animal health research organizations in the world, funding nearly $170 million in more than 3,100 critical animal health studies to date across a broad range of species. Learn more at morrisanimalfoundation.org.
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