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AVMF disaster relief fund surpasses million-dollar goal
The AVMF fund is being used to cover costs associated with medical treatment for animals, animal care, AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams
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Banfield launches foundation with grant to AVMF
The Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, launched Oct. 6 with an inaugural $200,000 commitment over three years to the American…
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Board affirms support for AVMF mission
The Executive Board approved a recommendation affirming its "strong support" for the mission of the American Veterinary
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Resolution to halt AVMF promotion defeated
A resolution to suspend promotion of the American Veterinary Medical Foundation to AVMA members was disapproved by the House of Delegates
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Students can apply for AVMF scholarship money
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation is offering more than two dozen scholarships for 2015.
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PLIT, Hub International donate to AVMF disaster fund
A donation from the AVMA PLIT and Hub International boosted the American Veterinary Medical Foundation's Animal Disaster
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AVMF debuts charitable fund, announces $185K in scholarships
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation this summer officially launched its charitable fund reimbursing veterinarians who provide low- or no-cost…
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Toys to raise funds for needy animals through AVMF
The Hartz Mountain Corp. has created "VetPals" plush toys to raise funds for the American Veterinary Medical Foundation,
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Board urges AVMF to restore fund raising to support research
The Executive Board approved a recommendation to direct its members who serve on the board of directors of the American Veterinary
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AVMF offers grants to cover costs of care after hurricanes
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation is urging veterinarians to apply for grants of up to $2,000 to cover costs
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AVMA, AVMF partnership supports relief efforts in Katrina's wake
The AVMA Executive Board has allocated $500,000 in matching funds to solicit monetary donations for a fund established by the American Veterinary…
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AVMF disaster relief fund open to veterinarians financially impacted by hurricanes
Veterinarians experiencing financial hardships as a result of hurricanes Katrina and Rita can apply for economic relief
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AVMF disaster relief fund supports VMAT resupply, veterinarian reimbursement
posted October 1, 2005 The American Veterinary Medical Foundation in September distributed $100,000 for the immediate resupply of AVMA…
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2005 resolutions a mix of issues, mandates
Various AVMA constituent associations and in one case, the Executive Board, have submitted five resolutions for the House of Delegates to act on
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Cyberbullies derail Favorite Veterinarian contest
Less than a month before the winner of this year’s America’s Favorite Veterinarian Contest was to be revealed,
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Our Oath in Action
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation held its annual Our Oath in Action program to provide members of the veterinary profession the opportunity…
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Volunteer for Our Oath in Action projects
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation is seeking volunteers this fall for Our Oath in Action, a veterinary outreach program with projects across…
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Nominations open for Excellence in Veterinary Medicine Awards
The AVMA and American Veterinary Medical Foundation are accepting nominations for the following Excellence in Veterinary Medicine Awards, beginning…
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Magazine's signature story dedicated to VMAT, AVMA
Posted on January 15, 2005 The Association Forum of Chicagoland—the "association of associations" for some 1,500 organizations in the…
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AVMA guarantees funding for VMAT program
Financial cutbacks have led to a substantial drop in funding from the Department of Homeland Security for several programs,
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AKC names chief veterinary officer
The American Kennel Club announced Oct. 5 that the organization has appointed Dr. Jerry Klein as chief veterinary officer.
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Farm visits influence foie gras vote
Science versus emotion was the guiding principle invoked by delegates presenting their views on foie gras production to the House of Delegates.
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Proposed animal welfare council sent for review
The recommendation proposing establishment of a Council on Animal Welfare has been referred to the newly approved Animal Welfare
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AVMA had an active 2014, more in store for 2015
The 2015 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, held Jan. 8-11 in Chicago, showcased work the AVMA has been doing