How Pets of the Homeless is changing lives in Victoria

Pets of the Homeless (POTH) is a compassionate organisation working at the intersection of animal and human welfare. The State Trustees Australia Foundation is proud to support their mission to keep vulnerable people and their pets together, especially during times of crisis.

Through their Bridge to Home initiative, POTH is removing financial and systemic barriers that often lead to pets being surrendered or unnecessarily suffering. With support from the State Trustees Australia Foundation’s Animal Welfare Grant Program – totalling approximately $120,000 over three years. POTH is helping low-income Victorians cover emergency vet bills and the costs of reclaiming lost pets from pounds. At least 15% of the funding goes directly toward the care of impounded dogs.

By working in partnership with The Lost Dogs’ Home, the program not only supports animal welfare but also reduces emotional trauma for pet owners facing hardship. At its heart, Bridge to Home recognises the irreplaceable role that pets play in providing companionship, stability, and hope.

Through this grant, the State Trustees Australia Foundation continues its support for the wellbeing of people in need and the pets who mean so much to them.

For more information, visit Pets of the Homeless website.

Established in 1994 as a public charitable trust, the State Trustees Australia Foundation has been a cornerstone of community giving for 30 years. The Foundation has distributed more than $45.5 million to support life-changing projects across Victoria in areas such as:

• Mental health
• Disability inclusion
• Ageing well
• Community engagement