Auxiliary to the AVMA Legacy Endowed Scholarship Program
Funding Amount
$1,000 per scholarship (four scholarships awarded per AVMA-accredited veterinary college annually)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Students at
- All AVMA-accredited veterinary colleges in the United States
- Atlantic Veterinary College (Canada)
- George's University (Caribbean)
- Ross University (Caribbean)
- Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (Europe)
- Royal Veterinary College (Europe)
- University of Glasgow (Europe)
Other requirements
- International institutions
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States
- Must attend an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
- School must have an active SAVMA chapter
Overview
Auxiliary to the AVMA Legacy Endowed Scholarship Program
Overview: In 2013, the Auxiliary transferred $2,000,000 to the AVMF to establish The Auxiliary to the AVMA Legacy Endowed Scholarship Program. Annual proceeds from the endowment support veterinary student scholarships.
Award Amount: Four $1,000 scholarships awarded to students at each participating AVMA-accredited veterinary college annually.
- All AVMA-accredited veterinary colleges in the United States
- International institutions: - Atlantic Veterinary College (Canada) - St. George's University (Caribbean) - Ross University (Caribbean) - Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (Europe) - Royal Veterinary College (Europe) - University of Glasgow (Europe)
Geographic Scope
Open to students at:- Applicants must be citizens of the United States
- Must attend an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
- School must have an active SAVMA chapter
Eligibility Requirements
- Supporting veterinary students pursuing DVM degrees
Focus Areas
- Address: 1931 N. Meacham Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360
- Email: avmaaux@gmail.com
Contact Information
The Auxiliary to the American Veterinary Medical Association- For detailed application information, visit: https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/auxiliary-to-the-avma-scholarship-program/
- Donations: Members, veterinarians, and individuals may make tax-deductible donations. Make checks payable to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation with "Auxiliary to the AVMA Legacy Endowed Scholarship" noted in the memo line. Donations may be made in Memory or Honor of someone.
Additional Information
How to Apply
Application Process
For detailed application instructions and to apply: 1. Visit https://www.avmf.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/auxiliary-to-the-avma-scholarship-program/ 2. Contact The Auxiliary to the AVMA directly at avmaaux@gmail.com for informationNote: Specific application materials, deadlines, and submission procedures are managed through the AVMF website.
What Auxiliary to the American Veterinary actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2023
- 1
- Total given
- $100K
- Median grant
- $100K
- By dollars: Illinois 100%. Top recipient cities: Schaumburg, IL.
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American Veterinary Medical Foundation · Schaumburg, IL
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