American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF)

08/21/2026

🔬 Veterinary research grants up to $30,000 available: AVMF is accepting proposals through Sept. 15 for two grant opportunities funded by the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF)—one for veterinary pharmacology and one for veterinary pharmacokinetics.

💫 Open to clinicians and scientists interested in veterinary pharmacology
💫 Collaboration with AAVPT and AVMA members or students is encouraged

📅 Deadline: Sept. 15, 2026
📅 Decisions: Jan. 15, 2027

➡️ Explore eligibility, FAQs and application details: https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/research-support/vprf-avmf-pharmacology-research-grant

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) have partnered to fund research grants with a focus on veterinary pharmacology.

08/17/2026

Applications are due September 30 for a variety of scholarships available to veterinary and veterinary technician students from the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).

08/14/2026

🌟 Donor spotlight: Dr. Arnold Goldman’s lifelong commitment to veterinary medicine and service is reflected in his many leadership roles across the profession.

Over the years, he has served in numerous capacities, including a six-year term as AVMA treasurer, leadership roles on AVMA committees focused on governance and advocacy, and as a member of the AVMF Board of Directors.

Today, Dr. Goldman brings that breadth of experience to his role as an officer on the AVMF Development Council, helping champion the Foundation’s mission to support veterinary professionals, advance animal health and strengthen the profession.

We’re grateful for Dr. Goldman’s leadership, generosity and continued belief in what we can accomplish together through AVMF. 💙

08/10/2026

: The latest Just One Thing blog encourages AVMA members to spend just 15 minutes learning about a valuable resource. 🩺🐾

This month's post highlights the AVMF REACH Program® and explains why taking a few minutes to understand it before you need it can make all the difference when caring for pets whose families need financial assistance.

In the latest Just One Thing blog, we ask you to spend 15 minutes getting familiar with the AVMF REACH Program® - a benefit available to AVMA members to support charitable care for pets in need.

Just knowing about the program’s availability can provide peace of mind to veterinary teams when needy patients arrive at the hospital. And like many helpful tools, REACH is much easier to use when you’ve taken a few minutes to understand it before you need it. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44QPNgn

08/01/2026

🎉 Applications are now open for the 2026 Merck Animal Health/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship!

If you're in your final year at an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, you may be eligible to receive a $2,000 scholarship to help support your education.

Merck Animal Health and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation are proud to invest in the next generation of veterinary technicians and their dedication to advancing animal health.

Apply today: https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/merck-vet-tech/



National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA)

Merck Animal Health and the AVMF are dedicated to preserving and improving the health and well-being of animals as well as honoring exceptional veterinary students. Merck Animal Health is proud to show its dedication to veterinary technician students by providing $2,000 scholarships to veterinary te...

07/31/2026

📣 Attention, veterinary technician students and educators: Applications for the 2026 Merck Animal Health/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship open Saturday, August 1.

Students in their final year at an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician school in the U.S. or Puerto Rico may be eligible for a $2,000 scholarship to help support their education.

Merck Animal Health and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation are proud to recognize the next generation of veterinary technicians and their commitment to animal health.

Learn more and get ready to apply: https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/merck-vet-tech/



Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA)

Merck Animal Health and the AVMF are dedicated to preserving and improving the health and well-being of animals as well as honoring exceptional veterinary students. Merck Animal Health is proud to show its dedication to veterinary technician students by providing $2,000 scholarships to veterinary te...

07/29/2026

🐾💙 Better business means better care for animals. That's why we're proud to support the 2026 Veterinary Business and Economic Forum as an educational partner.

This robust virtual event brings together veterinary leaders, practice owners, economists, and industry experts to explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of veterinary medicine.

🤝 We're excited to support the conversations and insights that help veterinary practices thrive—advancing animal health and well-being while strengthening the profession.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.avma.org/events/veterinary-business-and-economic-forum

The AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum is the premier CE event for veterinary practice leaders, industry executives, economists, and partners.

07/27/2026

AVMF is honored to recognize the late Dr. Larry Dee and his wife, Rita Dee, as the inaugural recipients of the AVMF Excellence Award.

For more than three decades, Dr. Dee dedicated his time, leadership and generosity to advancing veterinary medicine and supporting the AVMF mission. Together, Dr. and Mrs. Dee's volunteer service, philanthropy and unwavering commitment created a lasting legacy that will continue to benefit the profession for years to come.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Larry Dee's remarkable legacy and congratulating Rita Dee on this well-deserved recognition. ❤️

🔗Learn more:

The late Dr. Larry Dee and his wife, Rita, are the inaugural recipients of the American Veterinary Medical Foundation’s Excellence Award.

07/24/2026

🎓🐾 Reminder: There's one week left to apply. Are you a first-generation veterinary student preparing to take the NAVLE for a second time? The Dr. Hidayah Martinez-Jaka NAVLE Testing Scholarship is here to help support your journey. 💙

🗓️ Applications close July 31—don't miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your dream career in veterinary medicine.

Apply today and invest in your future! ✨

The Hidaya NAVLE testing scholarship provides financial support to first-generation students taking the NAVLE exam for a second time.

07/20/2026

🔬Up to $30,000 in grant opportunities for veterinary research 🐾

AVMF is now taking proposals for two research grant opportunities funded by the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF)—one for veterinary pharmacology and one for veterinary pharmacokinetics.

Eligibility:
💫Open to any clinician or scientist interested in veterinary pharmacology.
💫Collaboration with AAVPT and AVMA members or students is encouraged.

📅 Important Dates:
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Decision: January 15, 2027

➡️Apply now and help advance animal health! For details and FAQs, visit:

https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/research-support/vprf-avmf-pharmacology-research-grant

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) have partnered to fund research grants with a focus on veterinary pharmacology.