$25K von Liebig Prize

Submissions for 2025 Open Next Fall

2024’s Prize Winner!

We are proud to announce that Laurie Zaleski,
Founder and President of New Jersey’s Funny Farm Rescue is the 2024 recipient of the von Liebig Prize. Please join us in congratulating her on this honor and achievement!

We are on a mission to protect and enrich the lives of animals.

Our Focus

The William J. von Liebig Foundation’s focus has expanded to include animal welfare, particularly in protecting dogs and cats from abuse and caring for mistreated companion animals.

The von Liebig Prize

This $25,000 grant is awarded annually by The William J. von Liebig Foundation to an individual for their significant accomplishments in animal welfare. Applications for 2024 are now open till November 22nd!

Our History

The William J. von Liebig Foundation was founded in 1975 by Mr. and Mrs. von Liebig., now maintained by Suzanne von Liebig.

Foundation Leadership

  • William J. von Liebig

    FOUNDER (1975 - 1999)

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  • Suzanne von Liebig

    PRESIDENT

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