AVMF REACH Program™
The AVMF REACH Program reimburses veterinarians for urgent, medically necessary care already provided to pets whose owners face financial hardship.
Funder: American Veterinary Medical Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round, subject to quarterly funding availability)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per applicant per year | Up to $5,000 per clinic per year | $1M total awarded in 2025, $250,000 per quarter
Summary: Supports AVMA member veterinarians in reimbursing urgent charitable veterinary care for animals whose owners face financial hardship.
Key Information: Applications are for reimbursement only (care must have been provided in the past 2 months); not available to pet owners.
Description
The AVMF REACH Program™ is designed to help AVMA member veterinarians provide urgent medical care to animals whose owners are experiencing financial hardship. The program reimburses veterinarians for charitable care services already delivered, ensuring that pets receive necessary treatment even when owners cannot afford it. The initiative is supported by Purina and other donors, with a focus on cases requiring immediate medical attention rather than elective or routine care.
