2019 Ride for Farley raises more than $77,000
The Summit Veterinary Pharmacy 2019 Ride for Farley took place in September with riders cycling up to 160 km and raising more than $77,000 to help people and pets in need. This year, the event expanded to welcome more riders. Veterinarians and veterinary staff could invite friends and family members to join the ride and contribute as a group to the lead rider’s fundraising goal. It was great to see families and friends spending time together on their bikes. Thank you to the event’s sponsor, Summit Veterinary Pharmacy, which generously provides volunteers and support vehicles to carry food, beverages, clothing and other equipment. For the last 10 years, Tim Plunkett of Speed River Bicycle has also been on hand to make sure everyone’s tires are properly inflated and wheels continue to spin freely! A special thank you also goes to Dr. Matthew Richardson, who raised more than $20,000 for this year’s event. Since opening its doors 17 years ago, the Farley Foundation has distributed $4.2 million to help more than 10,000 pet owners care for their sick and injured pets. More than $700,000 of that total has been raised through the annual Ride for Farley.
It’s time to help pet owners in need and fundraise for Farley!
On Oct. 1, the Farley Foundation kicks off its largest annual fundraising campaign to help low-income pet owners in Ontario. More than 330 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 $278,000. To support the campaign, people can visit a local veterinary clinic to donate, and they will receive a collapsible travel bowl for their pet. Donations can also be made online. Since its establishment in 2002 by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, the Farley Foundation has disbursed $4 million to assist more than 10,000 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. For more information about Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month, or to make a donation, visit www.farleyfoundation.org.