The Dog Aging Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. The Institute provides support for research and education related to understanding the determinants of health and longevity of companion dogs, with relevance to human healthspan. The overarching goal of this work is to increase research and share outcomes that will enhance and improve healthspan and lifespan in companion animals and humans. The organization was founded by Drs. Matt Kaeberlein, Kate Creevy, and Daniel Promislow, who also founded the Dog Aging Project.

Through the support of the Dog Aging Project and similar studies of companion dogs, The Dog Aging Institute strives to improve healthy aging by promoting research, providing funding, and educating the public on the importance of the work and outcomes of the research.

The Dog Aging Institute has been granted 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and is recognized as a charitable organization by the IRS. This means that donations to The Dog Aging Institute qualify for tax exemption, including any donations made since the Institute’s incorporation date of December 6, 2023. The Institute can be found on GuideStar, and the Tax ID is EIN 93-4834347.

The Institute is actively involved in funding research studies, facilitating collaborations and partnerships, and educating the public about the work being done in the canine aging field, along with fostering projects using a multidisciplinary approach to understand and address the challenges of aging in dogs. The Institute does not conduct its own research studies.

The Dog Aging Institute is a 501(c)(3) and accepts donations from individuals, organizations, and businesses who want to ensure that the field of canine health and aging research continues into the future.

The Dog Aging Institute is a new and separate nonprofit organization focused on raising money and providing grants to canine health and aging research, such as the Dog Aging Project. However, there are multiple ways you can donate to benefit the Dog Aging Project, and they are all greatly appreciated! 

Because the Dog Aging Project is a collaboration of researchers from multiple universities, you will see information about staff and team members at different locations, including the University of Washington, Tufts University, and Texas A&M University. The Dog Aging Project is not a standalone organization that can receive donations directly, so the University of Washington has accepted donations on behalf of the Project in the past, and at this time, you can continue to donate through the University of Washington.

Because the Institute is a 501(c)(3), it can accept donations directly and provide a tax receipt to donors. Funds donated through the Institute will be used for grants to the Project, and the funds can then support activities at any university where research is being conducted.

No matter where you donate, each contribution is greatly appreciated and helps to ensure this valuable field of research continues into the future!

The Dog Aging Institute seeks to advance innovative research that helps people and their dogs live healthier, longer lives. Research teams who study aging, age-related disease, factors that influence aging outcomes, and interventions to reduce or slow age-related disease in companion dogs would be eligible for support from the Dog Aging Institute.

The Dog Aging Institute publishes an annual report to share information on the use of donor funds, the organizations receiving grants, and the outcomes and impact of the Institute’s work. Much of this information will be added to the website as available.

Yes! Please make your check payable to The Dog Aging Institute, and include your email and phone number in the memo space. Checks can be mailed to:  The Dog Aging Institute, PO Box 302008, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. A tax receipt will be mailed to you.

Check with your employer to see if they have an employer match and if The Dog Aging Institute is eligible. One example is Benevity, where you will find The Dog Aging Institute listed in its cause portal. If your employer does not have The Dog Aging Institute listed or you need help getting it set up with your employer, please contact donate@dogagingproject.org.

We welcome donations through Donor Advised Funds, employer matching, cryptocurrency, stock, and planned giving. Our EIN is 93-4834347. To discuss any of these opportunities or other ways you are interested in donating, please email donate@dogaginginstitute.org.

The Dog Aging Institute raises funds and provides grants to studies that are working to enhance the lives of all canine companions. The Institute supports research with companion dogs who live in the rich and varied environments that their owners provide. We prioritize the safety and well-being of both humans and dogs, and we are dedicated to supporting research that focuses on kindness, compassion, and the highest ethical standards. The Institute may support observational studies, analysis of existing data about dogs, or clinical trials, and will always put the safety and health of dogs at the forefront and take the welfare of all dogs into consideration when selecting projects to support.  

Yes! Please email Betsy@DogAgingInstitute.org to discuss opportunities to work with The Dog Aging Institute.

The Dog Aging Institute and the Dog Aging Project are two separate legal entities. However, supporters of each do cross over, so we know that many Dog Aging Project participants will be interested in supporting the Institute. Privacy policies for the Dog Aging Project restrict the sharing of Project participant contact information with outside organizations and businesses, including The Dog Aging Institute. Since we know that the Project participants will be interested in the work of the Institute, we have shared information about the Institute on the Dog Aging Project’s social media pages and in their newsletter. We invite all Pack members and supporters of the Project to also follow the Institute so they can stay informed about both organizations and remain up-to-date with all activities in the canine aging and health research field.

The Dog Aging Institute is a new and separate nonprofit organization focused on raising money and providing grants to support canine health and aging research, which includes the Dog Aging Project and other research studies. The founders of the Dog Aging Project started the Institute because they recognized the need for additional financial support for research projects in this important field of canine aging. As two separate organizations, the Project and the Institute care about our companion dogs, with the Dog Aging Project remaining a collaboration of researchers conducting research and the nonprofit Dog Aging Institute focused on raising money to financially support canine aging research. Together, they believe they can make a difference in the lives of dogs and their humans as they age! 

You can support the Dog Aging Project by enrolling a companion dog in the study if you haven’t already done so, and you can share information about participating in the Dog Aging Project with friends and family. Go to the Dog Aging Project website to learn more. 

If you would like to donate to The Dog Aging Institute to support and fund canine aging research and education, you can do so by going to our donation page. You can also sign up to receive updates on the website and share this information with your friends and family who may want to help ensure that this field of canine health and aging research continues into the future. The money raised by the Institute will support the Dog Aging Project and other educational and research initiatives. 

No! The Dog Aging Institute does not sell, share, or trade donor information with any other organization, including any organizations receiving a grant through the Institute. Your information is protected through our data privacy policy. 

Providing medical advice requires a veterinary-patient relationship that the Dog Aging Institute cannot have with your dog. We encourage you to have a discussion about your dog’s health with your primary care veterinarian.