How We Work with International Foundations 🧡 🐾

Why TailsPal partners with international foundations

International foundations bring more than money: they offer technical expertise, credibility and opportunities for learning. For TailsPal, such partnerships help scale animal welfare activities, improve veterinary practices and strengthen community outreach.

Finding and evaluating partners

We look for funders whose priorities align with our mission. Important checks include:

• thematic fit and funding windows;
• country or regional eligibility;
• types of projects and reporting expectations.

Practical tip: maintain a short, up-to-date portfolio of possible projects so you can quickly adapt to open calls.

Writing applications and preparing transparent documentation

A strong proposal explains the problem, proposed solution, expected outcomes, timeline and budget. We emphasize:

• clear objectives and measurable indicators;
• realistic schedules and milestones;
• a detailed budget with short explanations for each cost line;
• monitoring and evaluation methods.

Keep budgets simple and justify why each expense is needed. Note which costs the fund will cover and which will be sourced locally.

Compliance and legal readiness

International donors often check legal status and financial systems. We ensure:

• correct NGO registration and governance documents;
• compliant accounting and tax processes;
• internal policies (anti-corruption, data protection, animal welfare standards).

Practical tip: have template contracts and standard operating procedures ready for quick reviews.

Communication and expectation management

Regular, honest updates build trust. Agree on report formats and frequency up front. Use a mix of narrative updates and visual materials (photos, short videos) to convey impact. Communicate risks or changes promptly rather than delaying.

Reporting, monitoring and long-term sustainability

Reports should be useful to donors and the project team. Combine quantitative results (numbers of animals helped) with qualitative evidence (stories, community feedback). Plan for sustainability by diversifying income sources so initiatives continue after a grant ends.

Practical advice for NGOs in Georgia

• Start with small, well-documented projects to build credibility.
• Invest in grant-writing and financial management skills.
• Build local support: community donors and volunteers strengthen international proposals.

Conclusion

Working with international foundations takes preparation and transparency, but it opens meaningful opportunities to improve animal welfare. TailsPal builds partnerships based on mutual trust, clear communication and shared commitment to animals.