The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) has received a transformative $1 million grant from the Joanie Bernard Foundation to support the expansion and naming of its S.N.I.P. (Spay/Neuter Incentive Program) Clinic at KHS’ new Animal & Community Campus in Louisville, scheduled to open in 2027.
The Joanie Bernard Foundation S.N.I.P. Clinic will be a cornerstone of the new campus and will create Kentucky’s largest high-volume spay/neuter clinic, enabling KHS to perform more than 13,000 surgeries annually. The Foundation’s cat-focused mission is driving an investment that will expand access to care for both cats and dogs across the Commonwealth.
“The Kentucky Humane Society has been doing exceptional work helping cats across the state for decades,” said Deborah Cribbs, chairperson of the Board of Trustees for the Joanie Bernard Foundation. “This grant will help them save even more lives and serve more communities.”
The expanded S.N.I.P. Clinic will follow ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance protocols and feature larger, modern surgical suites and recovery areas designed for efficiency, safety and compassionate care. These services are critical for reducing unplanned litters, preventing disease, supporting rural shelters, and helping families keep their cats healthy.
In addition to surgeries, families will have access to preventive care add-ons such as vaccines, microchips, and parasite protection – helping pets live longer, healthier lives while reducing the strain on local shelters and animal control agencies.
“We are incredibly grateful for this transformational gift and for the Joanie Bernard Foundation’s belief in our long-term vision,” said Alisa Gray, KHS president and CEO. “This expanded clinic at our Animal & Community Campus will allow us to help thousands more pets and their families while supporting shelters throughout the region.”
The new Animal & Community Campus is a $37 million project that will expand access to affordable veterinary care, spay/neuter services, animal adoption, and disaster response across Kentucky. To date, KHS has secured more than $26 million toward the project, including $2.5 million from the Gauntt Foundation of Florida, $1 million from Louisville Metro Council, $1 million from Art for the Animals Foundation, $1 million from Patricia Swope and $500,000 from the Sam Swope Family Foundation. Learn more about the All In campaign at kyhumane.org/allin.