Morris Animal Foundation receives $150K gift from Betty White Estate
by Katie Pfaff
The Betty White Estate recently donated $150,000 to Morris Animal Foundation. The funds will support the work of the Betty White Wildlife Fund, established in 2010 to address critical health problems in wildlife, according to a news release.
Betty White, who passed away on Dec. 31, 2021, at the age of 99, devoted her life to improving the lives of animals and was a member of the foundation’s circle for over 50 years, serving in several key roles. White had previously said that one of her biggest passions in life was animals, according to the news release.
"That's why I've worked with Morris Animal Foundation for over 40 years,” she said. “Morris Animal Foundation is a world leader in helping animals live longer, healthier lives. Like my favorite: dogs, of course. Well, maybe kitty cats are the best. But I also like horses. Some of my best friends are apes. Elephants – elephants are so wonderful! And who wouldn't want to cuddle up with a tiger? Who am I kidding? I love them all. The point is, Morris Animal Foundation is giving animals a healthier tomorrow."
White began working with Morris Animal Foundation in 1971. She served as a board trustee and spent three years as board president. White sponsored more than 30 foundation-funded animal health research studies for cats, dogs, horses and wildlife.
Tiffany Grunert, president and CEO of the foundation, said that the gift is another example of the kindness, thoughtfulness and love for animals Betty White embraced every day.
"With this generous donation, we will continue to honor her legacy by improving the lives of animals everywhere," she said.
About Morris Animal Foundation
Founded in 1948, Morris Animal Foundation is one of the largest nonprofit animal health research organizations in the world, funding more than $149 million in nearly 3,000 critical studies across a broad range of species. Learn more at morrisanimalfoundation.org.
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