The Veterinary Memorial Fund, established in 1985 through a collaboration between the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA), and the Maryland Veterinary Medical Association (MDVMA), receives memorial contributions from veterinarians, pet owners, and animal lovers. These donations honor the special bonds between pets and their owners, and they support scientific research aimed at enhancing healthcare quality for future generations.

The Veterinary Memorial Fund transforms a time of emotional difficulty into one of positive impact. It provides comfort to the bereaved by turning a painful event into a source of good, offers veterinarians a meaningful way to express condolences, and advances medical knowledge.

Since its inception, the Veterinary Memorial Fund has raised nearly $2.23 million, funding over 100 projects to improve veterinary medical care for our cherished pets. It has enabled VMCVM scientists to advance knowledge, refine procedures, and perfect techniques in areas such as genetics, imaging technologies, chemotherapy, wound healing, dental disease, and equine laminitis.

Currently, we have over 300 clinics throughout Virginia and the surrounding areas that benefit from the reciprocal relationship formed by this fund. By broadening our reach, we aim to expand our research pool and make a meaningful impact on even more pet-loving families we support.

For more information, or to find out how to donate, please visit VA-MD Vet Med’s Veterinary Memorial Fund page.