Empowering Communities Through Compassionate Care

Funding initiatives that support pets, people, and the veterinary profession across Georgia.
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The GVMA Foundation is dedicated to supporting and improving animal welfare and veterinary care across Georgia.

By investing in these vital programs, we strengthen the human-animal bond and improve the quality of life for both pets and people in vulnerable communities.

Here’s how you can get involved

PAWS Program

The Georgia Veterinary Medical Association Foundation’s PAWS (Providing Animal Wellness Support) program offers a lifeline to vulnerable individuals and their pets. By delivering free veterinary care to underserved populations—especially the elderly and disabled—PAWS ensures that the companions people rely on for comfort and emotional support receive the care they deserve.  

Spay/Neuter Grant Program

Managed by GDA, this program works to reduce pet euthanasia rates across the state of Georgia. Our partnership with the Georgia Department of Agriculture enables GVMA members to participate in the Spay/Neuter Program. Though not open to individuals, the GDA values our broad reach, as 75% of Georgia’s veterinarians are GVMA members. The GVMA Foundation acts as the grant applicant and agent.

C.A.N. Program

The C.A.N. (Colleague/Clinic Personnel Assistance Needed) supports veterinary professionals facing significant, life-altering events. The program enables the veterinary community to provide meaningful assistance to veterinarians, licensed technicians, assistants, receptionists, kennel staff, and their families during times of death, serious illness, injury, or other catastrophic events.

Community Memorial Fund

The GVMF Community Memorial Fund honors deceased veterinary community members by celebrating and acknowledging their significant contributions to the field of veterinary medicine. This initiative serves to preserve the legacy of these individuals, recognizing their dedication and commitment to improving animal health and welfare in Georgia.

Pet Memorial Fund

The GVMF Pet Memorial Fund allows veterinary facilities, doctors, and their clients to commemorate and celebrate the lives of pets who have passed on, by donating to GVMF in the name of that animal and/or sending a beautifully crafted memorial card.

Make A Donation

Through the tender hearts of donors, the GVMA Foundation fuels veterinary medicine’s mission: enriching the lives and health of animals and all they touch. Your small donation today leads to a life-changing impact tomorrow.

 

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Your generous donation can make a difference starting today.