Huge thanks to the NYSVMS Foundation who allowed us to save Cocoa, a 12 year old chihuahua with a pyometra. Without the funds, her retired owner who lives on a fixed income would never have been able to save his trusty companion. They are both so appreciative that we could not only help them medically, but financially too.
Why we need your help
New York veterinarians often take care of sick and injured pets whose caregivers can’t afford the full cost of treatment. But here’s the thing: there are so many people that go through tough times that veterinarians can’t bridge the gap alone.
Your contribution truly makes a huge difference in the well-being of these animals and their loving owners.
Regional funds for local care
The NY State Veterinary Care Fund is divided into regional funds. These regional funds help animals within one of New York’s 12 regions.
That means that your donations can be used to support pets in your local community.
Funds go where needed
Grants are awarded where:
- Owner has a financial barrier
- Animal is privately owned
- Condition is a fixable problem
Trusted organization
The NY State Veterinary Care Fund is run by the New York State Veterinary Medical Society Education Foundation, a 501(c)3 tax-exempt affiliate of the New York State Veterinary Medical Society (NYSVMS). The professional association has been supporting veterinarians in New York for over 100 years.
Administrative services are provided at no cost to the fund by NYSVMS and finances are audited annually by an external auditor.
Regional Funds
Contribute to your regional fund. Or select the NY State Veterinary Care Fund and we will distribute the funds where they are needed.
Hospital and Practice Fundraising Campaigns
NYSVMS members participate by raising money for their regional fund. See if you can find your veterinary practice below, and increase their fundraising total.
Stories and news
Brunswick Animal Hospital runs fundraiser
Brunswick Veterinary Hospital in Troy had a table set up during their open house to advertise the Veterinary Care Fund. Included on the table were some flyers in stands that showed information about the fund and the QR code. They also displayed pictures of the pets, and a write up for the two medical cases they have...
$25,000 matching grants for 2025
The NY State Veterinary Care Fund had a successful launch in 2024. We provided matching funds for the first five regions that raised $5,000, resulting in a total of $25,000 in grants being awarded. Since our inception, we have successfully awarded 23 grants to NYSVMS member veterinarians who utilize the funds to...
Vet Care Fund helps first 10 animals
We've launched. Over the last few months we have helped 10 animals with a total of $12,635 awarded in grants. In most situations the owners have already contributed significantly to the care of their pet, but have tapped out their credit. Their veterinarians reach out to the Veterinary Care Fund for help. It might be...
Brown Bear helped with $1,000 from Capital District Veterinary Care Fund
Brown Bear, a boxer mix, lives with his owners on a dairy farm that has been in their family for seven generations. Like most small farms, finances are very tight. When Brown Bear was injured in a car accident the owners took him to Dr. Nicole LaMora, an NYSVMS member who owns Brunswick Veterinary Hospital. Her...
NYSVMS Contributes $50,000 to the NYS Veterinary Care Fund
On Friday September 8th, 2023, the Executive Board of the New York State Veterinary Medical Society voted to allocate $50,000 to the NY State Veterinary Care Fund.
The funds will be used over a 2 year period primarily to provide matching funds for regional campaigns.