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Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation Gifts $255K in Surprise Grants to Animal Welfare Groups

The non-profit, with Tractor Supply Co., is helping one shelter in every state.

Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation Gifts $255K in Surprise Grants to Animal Welfare Groups

Miranda Lambert's MuttNation Foundation, in collaboration with Tractor Supply Co., has announced the distribution of $255,000 in surprise grants to animal welfare organizations across the United States. This generous donation includes a $5,000 grant each for one animal shelter or foster-based rescue in every state, as well as a special "Wildcard" grant for Animal Preservation of East Texas.

The Mutts Across America program, a decade-long initiative initiated by Lambert's mother, Bev, has thus far supported over 600 shelters and disbursed more than $2.5 million in grants. Tractor Supply, a dedicated partner of MuttNation since 2021, emphasized the importance of their collaboration in supporting the vital work of shelters nationwide.

The Relief for Rescues Fund, launched in 2023, has further contributed over $2.2 million to aid shelters affected by natural disasters, including Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky, and beyond.

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