Morris Animal Foundation announces its call for pre-proposals for the fiscal year 2001. The deadline for application is Nov. 1, 2000, and funding is limited to companion animal and wildlife/special species studies. The Foundation is committed to funding $3 million in 2001.

In an effort to reach the goal of funding $5 million in health studies by fiscal year 2005, several significant changes have been made to Morris Animal Foundationâs grant program. Applicants seeking grants in the $100,000 per year range are encouraged to apply, and studies lasting up to five years in length will be considered.

The official call for pre-proposals, containing all application details, can be obtained by calling the Foundationâs Grant Department at 800/243-2345, or by visiting the web site at www.MorrisAnimalFoundation.org.

Morris Animal Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring a healthier tomorrow for companion animals and wildlife. All of annual unrestricted contributions support animal programs, not administration or the cost of fundraising. Since its inception, Morris Animal Foundation has supported more than 850 humane animal health studies with funds exceeding $19 million