Winn Feline Foundation seeks proposals for 2010 grants

Newport, N.J.

-- Winn Feline Foundation, a nonprofit funding group aimed at improving cat health and welfare, is accepting 2010 grant proposals.

Thirty-six proposals were submitted to the foundation for the 2009 grants, and 12 grants totaling $127,411 were awarded.

All types of feline studies are acceptable, and the foundation says it is particularly interested in projects that address individual breeds.

The maximum grant is $15,000. Applicants may be faculty veterinarians, post-doctoral fellows, practicing veterinarians or veterinary students. The deadline to apply is Dec. 14, and award winners will be announced in March 2010.

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