Faunalytics empowers animal advocates with research, insights, and strategies that maximize their effectiveness to end animal suffering. Through our Original Research, Research Library, and Research Support programs, we equip advocates with the data, resources, and training they need to make a difference for animals.
As a nonprofit organization, donations are essential in making our work possible. With additional funding we could expand our impact significantly. Below are key areas where your support would help us scale our efforts, unlock high-value projects, and accelerate progress for animals.
= Your donation will allow us to continue producing and expanding our research and services for the animal protection movement.
= Your donation will unlock new activities and help us go above and beyond for the animal protection movement.
Research Agenda & Special Projects
Original Research Agenda
U.S. Research
What are the long-term effects of various animal advocacy interventions?
What does the term “factory farming” mean to the U.S. public, and is it the most effective term to use?
What is the rate of veganism & vegetarianism in the U.S.? (meta-analysis)
What is the best pro-animal messaging when responding to common opposition narratives?
How do federal cuts affect animal welfare and advocacy?
Global Research
What are public perceptions of animal welfare policies in Brazil? (In partnership with Brazilian Vegetarian Society)
What are the most pressing research needs for animal advocates in China? (In partnership with The Good Growth Co.)
What are Gen Z’s attitudes about animal welfare and plant-based nutrition in India? (In partnership with FIAPO)
Mapping wet market systems in Southeast Asia
Research & Resource Library
Knowledge Translation
Add 250+ new study summaries to our Research Library every year
Create new editions to our Fundamentals, Factsheets, and other infographics
Information Synthesis
Expand Tactics In Practice (TIPs) series
Update our Global Slaughter Statistics & Charts
Launch new AI-powered Library search and curation features
Databases for the Movement
Visualized Stats Library
Investigations Index
Public Polling
Research Support Services
Support for Advocates
Expand Office Hours and Ambassador presentation services for advocates
Produce new workshops and webinars for the movement
Expand online Research Advice hub
Fauna Connections Symposium
Bring new research to advocates
Connect the advocate and academic communities
Support for Academics
Co-host monthly researcher collective meetings
Establish a collaborative, movement-wide research agenda
Develop an academic <> advocate network and new resources for academics
2026-2030 Strategic Plan
Coordinate
Catalyze coordination and growth within the animal protection research community.
1: Catalyze an initiative to set a coordinated movement-wide research agenda
2: Support the advancement of the research community in the Global South
Curate
Enhance access to high-quality, context-relevant research.
3: Create a more advanced Faunalytics website to enhance user experience and satisfaction
4: Develop tools using advanced technology to curate the best available animal advocacy research by country
5: Produce new resources for advocates that focus on information synthesis
6: Improve our collection of context-specific resources in additional languages
Collaborate
Accelerate the production and application of research in the U.S., Brazil, China, and India.
7: Expand supportive services and activities to increase utilization of research among advocates
8: Support advocates working on U.S. policy and legislative change in the context of the rapidly shifting political landscape
9: Partner with organizations in Brazil, China, and India to identify the research needs of advocates and actionable strategies for change
Capture
Strengthen evaluation processes to improve strategic decision-making and long-term impact.
10: Enhance monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities to better capture how our research is making an impact
Core Mission Support
Personnel Needs
Research & Programs
Community Coordinator
Additional Research Scientists & Data Analysts
Managing Director
Funds for existing programmatic staff
Core Operations
Fundraising Support
Website & Technical Support
Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning Support
Funds for existing administrative staff
Key Infrastructure
Programmatic
Funds for Faunalytics to present at conferences
Funds to make website improvements
Funds to expand our Global Advisory Council
Funds for graphic artists, videographers, or creative designers to support visual improvements to our outputs
Funds to pursue academic journal publication of select studies (when needed)
Operational
Funds to conduct a (voluntary) financial audit
Funds for strategic AI scenario assessments and planning
Funds for professional development for our staff to ensure continuous growth and up-to-date knowledge
Check out this blog to learn about core operating expenses that rarely receive dedicated funding but are essential for compliance and success
Every project on this page represents a deliberate step toward a world where advocates are empowered and animals are better protected. By investing in our work, your support has a ripple effect, strengthening the efforts of thousands of advocates and organizations around the globe. Questions? Please reach out to Brooke Haggerty, our Executive Director, at [email protected].
