Giving to the College of Veterinary Medicine
Thank you for your interest in supporting the College of Veterinary
Medicine (CVM) and world-class education at Washington State University
(WSU). Each year, hundreds of alumni and friends of the CVM enhance the
teaching, research, and outreach programs of the college through private
philanthropy and charitable donations. Generous gifts by individuals and
organizations provide scholarships and fellowships, state-of-the-art
equipment for teaching and research, funding for student clubs, and a
variety of other important programs.
There are several
ways you can give to the CVM including matching gifts, creating an
endowment, or gift planning.
Giving opportunities
Animal Health, Research, and Medicine
Funds
Companion Animals
Cancer (Oncology) As
leaders in comparative cancer research, WSU is on the forefront of companion
animal cancer care with expanded services in radiation therapy, innovative
radiopharmaceuticals, and transplantation medicine.
Comparative Orthopedic
Research Laboratory (CORL) WSU offers orthopedic diagnostic, surgery, and
physical therapy services using advanced technology including an underwater
treadmill.
Small
Animal Clinical Services Gifts to this fund support specialized care in
many areas including cardiology, neurology, and internal medicine using
state-of-the-art medical technologies.
Sonny Angel
and Cody Jo’s Gift of Hope Endowment Established by Bill Johnson in memory
of his golden retrievers “Sonny Angel” and “Cody Jo,” this fund is used to care
for sick animals needing life-saving procedures who have no owners or whose
owners do not have the means to pay for veterinary care.
Veterinary Clinical
Pharmacology Laboratory (VCPL) Some dogs, like Collies, are more sensitive
to the effects of certain medications. Gifts to this fund support the latest
research and affordable testing for drug sensitivity.
Horses
Cancer (Oncology) As
leaders in comparative cancer research, WSU is on the forefront of equine cancer
care with expanded services in radiation therapy, innovative
radiopharmaceuticals, and chemotherapy.
Equine Medicine and Surgery
World-renowned expertise in lameness evaluation and endoscopic surgery, the
equine group provides comprehensive horse care including advanced diagnostics,
orthopedic surgery, and pain management services throughout the Pacific
Northwest.
Seattle
Slew Spinal Cord Research Fund Named for the 1977 Triple Crown winner, this
fund was established to advance research in the diagnosis and treatment of
equine spinal cord disease.
Agricultural Animals
Camelids Funding
supports camelid care (including llamas, alpacas, and cervids) through
education, research, and the treatment of camelids all over the Pacific
Northwest.
Wildlife
Adopt a Raptor
The Raptor Rehabilitation Program provides food, shelter, and medical care to
sick or injured birds, returning them to the wild whenever possible.
Community Service, Education, and
Outreach Funds
Good Samaritan Fund
Used exclusively to treat animals whose owners cannot afford care or for animals
who do not have owners.
Grateful
Client Program Through this program, pet owners can give back to the
veterinary profession and show their appreciation for the care given to their
companion animals.
People Pet Partnership A
public service program designed to better understand the human-animal bond and
improve the lives of people and companion animals through education, research,
and outreach.
Pet Memorial Program This program provides a way
for friends, family, and veterinarians to express sympathy and compassion for
grieving pet owners after the loss of a beloved pet.
State-of-the-art Facilities and
Technology Funds
School for Global Animal Health
The mission of the newly created school is to provide innovative solutions to
global infectious disease challenges by developing innovative strategies for the
treatment and control of infectious diseases that directly affect human health
and economic development. Your gift moves us one step closer to
making the School for Global Animal Health a reality. The Gates Foundation gift
of $25 million to build a state-of the-art facility comes with a challenge for
WSU to raise another $10 million by December 31, 2010.
Student Scholarship and Fellowship Funds
The
Heritage Scholarship Fund This fund supports tomorrow’s veterinarians by
providing scholarships to offset the rising cost of education.
Dr. John
R. Gorham Fellowship in Veterinary Medicine Named for Dr. Gorham who holds
the longest tenure of any faculty member in the college, this fellowship was
established to foster the education and scientific curiosity of graduate
students studying animal diseases.
Peter A.
Zornes Memorial Neuroscience Scholarship The scholarship is awarded to an
undergraduate student majoring in neuroscience who shows exceptional dedication,
leadership, and compassion.
Donations can be made payable to the WSU Foundation and sent to:
Lynne Haley
Director of Development
Veterinary Development and External Relations
PO Box 647010
Washington State University
Pullman WA 99164-7010
Telephone: 509-335-5021
Fax: 509-335-2132
Email:
lhaley@vetmed.wsu.edu
or contact a specific member of
our staff
Last Edited: Aug 14, 2008 1:47 PM
