Disaster Relief
AVMF Disaster Relief Grants fund emergency veterinary care and support for animals and professionals affected by declared disasters, ensuring continued animal welfare after events like hurricanes or wildfires.
Funder: American Veterinary Medical Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications due within 6 months of disaster event)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,500 per clinic (veterinary medical care) | Up to $3,000 per individual (basic necessities); limited funding, first-come, first-served.
Summary: Provides emergency funding to veterinary professionals and clinics for out-of-pocket expenses related to animal care and basic necessities after declared disasters.
Key Information: Eligible for events declared disasters at local, state, or federal level; receipts and documentation required.
Description
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) offers Disaster Relief and Reimbursement Grants to support veterinary professionals, clinics, and the animals they care for in the aftermath of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, wildfires, tornadoes, and other declared emergencies. These grants help cover out-of-pocket expenses for emergency veterinary medical care, animal boarding, and basic necessities for veterinary professionals affected by disasters, ensuring the continuity of animal welfare and support for those on the front lines.
