Introduction Animal Charity Evaluators is entering the time of year when we conduct in-depth reviews to update our list of Recommended Charities. To enhance transparency and provide insight into the evaluation process, we are sharing changes to our charity evaluation criteria that will apply to this year’s set of charities. These changes reflect our current thinking, and we may continue to refine and adapt them to ensure they are well-suited to the charities we evaluate. Impact We are introducing a new Theory of Change analysis to complement our Cost-Effectiveness analysis. Together, these two ..read more

Gone are the days when discussions about animal welfare were confined to the sidelines of society, whispered among the compassionate few over cups of ethically sourced coffee. Today, we’re witnessing a seismic shift, where the welfare of both farmed and wild animals is not just a topic of conversation but a rallying cry for change echoed through the corridors of the digital world. How, you ask? Through the mighty power of digital marketing. From the humble tweet that sparks a global movement to the viral video that opens millions of eyes to reality, digital marketing has emerged as an unexpect ..read more

Earth was hotter than ever in 2023—about 1.45ºC (2.61ºF) warmer than the pre-industrial average. The year also broke records for ocean heat, greenhouse gas levels, sea level rise, glacier retreat, and Antarctic sea ice loss.1 What do these alarming climate change indicators imply for animals’ lives and wellbeing? Here, we’ll explore the impacts of climate change on the world’s animals, considering the negative outcomes faced by species and the urgent need for action to safeguard their future. How Climate Change Affects Animals With every additional tenth of a degree (in ºC) of temperature ris ..read more

The intricate relationship between companion and wild animals often goes unnoticed in animal welfare discussions. However, as Jennifer Toussaint, Chief of Animal Control and Senior Director of Community Resources at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA) in Virginia, U.S., explains, there is a deep intersectionality between the two realms. So, how can we get people to care about both? One way is encouraging people to expand their moral circle. Moral Circle Expansion is a framework rooted in ethics and moral philosophy. It refers to how individuals and societies extend their moral consi ..read more

In today’s world, amid various challenges facing animal welfare, animal organizations stand out as essential players dedicated to protecting and advocating for animals. Their efforts are vital in ensuring that animals receive the protection they deserve and promoting a more compassionate and sustainable future. Let’s delve into their work and understand why animal organizations are crucial and how you can support them. Why Are Animal Organizations Important? Animal organizations play an important role in protecting the welfare of animals, as well as raising awareness of their needs and rights ..read more

In July 2022, we awarded $910,000 to organizations and projects around the world as part of our sixth round of Movement Grants. These projects are now complete, and we are delighted to share the organizations’ accomplishments with you below. You can read updates from our other Round 6 grantees here. When grantees complete their projects, we send them a survey to learn about the progress they’ve made. This survey helps us improve our future grantmaking decisions and showcase the achievements of our funded organizations. Africa Amis de l’Afrique Francophone – Bénin Eduquons Autrement Sibanye Ani ..read more

In a live Ask Me Anything (AMA) event, our team answered questions about our Movement Grants application process. Movement Grants is ACE’s strategic grantmaking program dedicated to building and strengthening the animal advocacy movement. Below, we’ve rounded up some highlights from the AMA, as well as some inquiries we received over email. We hope these questions and answers provide deeper insight into our Movement Grants process and help you with your applications. You can view the full AMA thread on the FAST Forum. Thank you to David van Beveren and the FAST Forum team for hosting this AMA ..read more

When conducting animal advocacy research projects, the sheer amount of online material can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are several research libraries and data repositories that can help you access high-quality, relevant, detailed information. Animal Charity Evaluators (ACE) has compiled a list of such sources that we have found particularly useful. We recommend considering these sources when carrying out your own research, in addition to search tools such as Google Scholar, Elicit, Consensus, Research Rabbit, or Semantic Scholar. For more information on animal advocacy research and its ..read more

Animal advocacy requires more than just passion and goodwill. It takes resources and thoughtful strategic planning to figure out how to make the world a better place for animals, and grants are one crucial avenue through which advocates can obtain the funds needed to execute their plans and drive change. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of grants for animal advocates, discussing how they work, why they are beneficial, and how you can apply for a grant. What Are Grants? Grants are financial donations awarded by grantmakers—usually government agencies, corporations, or foundatio ..read more

Last July, thanks to the generous donor support of ACE’s Recommended Charity Fund, we were able to award $944,921 to our 2022 Recommended Charities, which included four Top Charities and 11 Standout Charities. Those organizations have updated us on how they’ve used their grant to help animals, and we’re excited to share their achievements. By making a gift to our Recommended Charity Fund, you will support multiple impactful charities working around the globe to reduce animal suffering. Note that as of November 2023, ACE now conveniently recommends just one tier of charities: Recommended Charit ..read more