Funding is available on a competitive basis to shelter / veterinary facilities that are registered and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board, overseen by a manager licensed and in good standing with the Veterinary Medical Board, and operated by one of the following: a California city or county; city and county; an animal care or control agency; or a nonprofit meeting the requirements of Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code that is registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State.