Ontario veterinary clinics raise $265,000 for the Farley Foundation
In October 2018, veterinary clinics across Ontario held fundraising events for the Farley Foundation, raising $265,000. Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month is the foundation’s largest annual fundraising campaign. Funds raised help pet owners in financial need, including seniors, disabled individuals, women at risk of abuse and others receiving government assistance, by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for their sick or injured pets. During the month, 365 Ontario veterinary clinics organized charity evens in support of the Farley Foundation, ranging from dog walks and bake sales to barbecues, contests and pet photos. The top fundraiser for the 2018 campaign was Orillia and District Veterinary Services, pictured, which raised $7,620. Since its establishment in 2002 by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, the Farley Foundation has disbursed over $3.8 million to assist more than 9,000 pets in need. It subsidizes up to 100 per cent of the cost of care to a maximum $1,000 per pet or pet owner per year for vital treatments, including diagnostics, surgery, hospitalization and medications. Pet owners demonstrating financial need can apply for funding through their veterinarian. Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month is generously sponsored by Merck Animal Health. None of this would be possible without the tremendous support the Farley Foundation receives each year from veterinarians, practice staff, sponsors, donors and volunteers. To everyone who’s contributed over the years, the foundation extends a heartfelt thank you!
Farley Foundation kicks off fundraising campaign to help pets in need of veterinary care
Michelle Stolz and her dog, Thor, do everything together. Even when Michelle uses the treadmill at the gym, Thor walks right beside her. A loyal guide dog, Thor gives Michelle independence, and he loves his job. When Thor fell ill one evening after eating dinner, Michelle was worried. But after rushing him to her veterinarian at Perth Veterinary Services in Stratford, Ont., the diagnosis was much worse than an upset stomach: Thor was suffering from gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), commonly known as bloat. GDV is a life-threatening condition in which the stomach flips over and expands, trapping air and gases. Thor needed emergency surgery. But for Michelle, who relies on government assistance income, paying for the treatment was an obstacle. Her veterinarian turned to the Farley Foundation, and applied for funding to help cover Thor’s veterinary care. “One week after surgery he was back in his harness and excited to be on the job again,” says Michelle. “I’m so thankful this was a positive outcome for both of us. From my heart to the Farley Foundation, thank you for everything you do!” Fundraise for Farley Month On Oct. 1, the Farley Foundation kicks off its largest annual fundraising campaign to help low-income pet owners in Ontario. More than 300 veterinary practices across the province will organize events for Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month. Funds raised will help pet owners in financial need — including seniors, disabled individuals, women at risk of abuse and others receiving government assistance — by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for their sick or injured pets. Last year the campaign raised more than $253,000. To support the campaign, people can donate at a participating veterinary clinic to receive a free Farley Foundation tote bag, or online at www.farleyfoundation.org. Since its establishment in 2002 by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, the Farley Foundation has disbursed over $3.8 million to assist more than 9,000 pets in need. It subsidizes up to 100 per cent of the cost of care to a maximum $1,000 per pet or pet owner per year for vital treatments, including diagnostics, surgery, hospitalization and medications. Pet owners demonstrating financial need can apply for funding through their veterinarian. Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month is generously sponsored by Merck Animal Health.
Charity golf tournament raises $25,000 for the Farley Foundation
It was a beautiful, sunny day for the annual OVMA/Farley Foundation charity golf tournament in August, with the event raising $25,000 for the Farley Foundation. More than 120 golfers took part in the tournament, which was held at Victoria East Golf Club in Guelph, Ont. Participants enjoyed a fun round of golf, a delicious dinner, silent auction and lots of prizes. The event brings together veterinary professionals and industry partners for a day of golf in support of the foundation. Over the past 10 years, the tournament has raised $240,000 for the Farley Foundation. Thank you to everyone who participated, as well as the sponsors that helped to make this event possible: Gold Level: Vet Strategy Silver Level: Petline Insurance, Pets Above, Gateway Pet Memorial Services, Vetoquinol, Elanco, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Idexx Laboratories, Veterinary Healthcare Solutions, RBC, Veterinary Purchasing, OVMA Insurance Program, Nestle Purina PetCare, Vetrex Bronze Level: Summit Veterinary Pharmacy, Chiron Compounding Pharmacy, Vet-Kem, Ward & Uptigrove, LifeLearn