INSIGHTS FROM THE FRONTLINE

Stories, updates, and a closer look at how funding turns into real care

From rescue realities to project updates and behind-the-scenes decisions, this is where we share what’s happening in the fund, where support is going, and why it matters for animals on the ground.

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Why Animal Charities Need Funding Before a Disaster Hits, Not After.
Why Animal Charities Need Funding Before a Disaster Hits, Not After.
Donor Guide Why Charities Need Funding Before a Disaster Hits, Not After 6 min read August 2026 Global Animal Welfare Fund Jump to The donation spike that comes too late... Read more...
How to Donate to Animal Welfare Causes in Your State
How to Donate to Animal Welfare Causes in Your State
Donor Guide How to Donate to Animal Welfare Causes in Your State 8 min read August 2026 Global Animal Welfare Fund Jump to Why donors look local first What to... Read more...
How to Donate to Farm Animal Sanctuaries in Australia
How to Donate to Farm Animal Sanctuaries in Australia
Farm animal sanctuaries don't get the same spotlight as dog and cat rescues, but the need is real. Here's how donations actually work, and how to make sure yours reaches... Read more...
How to Choose the Best Animal Charity to Donate to in Australia
How to Choose the Best Animal Charity to Donate to in Australia
Donor Guide How to Choose the Best Animal Charity to Donate to in Australia 7 min read July 2026 Global Animal Welfare Fund Jump to Decide what you want Check... Read more...
Why Low Overhead Matters When You Donate to an Animal Charity
Why Low Overhead Matters When You Donate to an Animal Charity
Almost every charity claims low overhead, but few donors know what the number actually measures. Here's what overhead really means, why some of it is healthy, and how to check... Read more...
The Most Effective Animal Charities in Australia (And How We Compare)
The Most Effective Animal Charities in Australia (And How We Compare)
Dozens of animal charities want your donation, but not all of them use it the same way. Here's how Australia's most effective animal charities stack up on transparency, speed, and... Read more...
5 Questions to Ask Before Donating to an Animal Charity (And Why Most People Skip Them)
5 Questions to Ask Before Donating to an Animal Charity (And Why Most People Skip Them)
Most donors never find out where their money actually went. These five questions take five minutes and tell you everything you need to know before donating to an animal charity. Read more...
She ran back into the fire. One shelter and 13 survivors carry on her legacy.
She ran back into the fire. One shelter and 13 survivors carry on her legacy.
A devastating shelter fire took everything — but not everyone. See how World of Angels Foundation stepped in to support 13 surviving dogs, turning loss into a second chance through... Read more...
They went to rescue 180 hens. They saved 240 instead.
They went to rescue 180 hens. They saved 240 instead.
They planned to rescue 180 battery hens. They saved 240 instead. This partner spotlight shares how Happily Heifer After gave hundreds of vulnerable farm animals a second chance, and how... Read more...
Why we don't run our own shelter, and why that's actually better for animals
Why we don't run our own shelter, and why that's actually better for animals
If you’ve ever wondered where your donation actually goes, you’re not alone. This article breaks down how Global Animal Welfare Fund works, why we fund frontline organisations instead of running... Read more...