Dr. Rick Bachman Memorial Veterinary Medicine Scholarship

Funder: Napa Humane (in partnership with Napa Valley Community Foundation)

Geographic Scope: Benefits current or former residents of Napa County, Solano County, or Lake County

Focus Areas:

• Veterinary medicine education
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification
• Companion animal veterinary medicine
• Community service commitment

Eligibility:

• Current or former residents of Napa County, Solano County, or Lake County
• Veterinary students committed to practicing companion animal veterinary medicine
• Must plan to give back to their community after graduation
• Must attend an accredited veterinary college or veterinary technology program
• Candidates with local ties are prioritized

Award Details:

• Provides financial support for students pursuing veterinary medicine and RVT certification
• Recipients receive funding for up to two years while completing their degree
• Up to four new professionals supported each year

Purpose:
Addressing the growing shortage of veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians across the country. The scholarship helps ease the national shortage in the field and expands access to veterinary care for animals and families. While not guaranteed, recipients with local ties are prioritized with the hope they will serve the Napa Valley community.

Legacy:
Named in memory of Dr. Rick Bachman ("Dr. B"), a beloved Napa Humane veterinarian and pioneer in the field

Contact Information:

• Managed by: Napa Valley Community Foundation
• Napa Humane: 707.255.8118 or info@napahumane.org
• Address: P.O. Box 695, Napa, CA 94559

Application Process

Selection Process:

• School outreach
• Application review
• Selection by dedicated panel of judges
• Managed by Napa Valley Community Foundation to ensure equitable selection

Note: Specific application materials, deadlines, and narrative questions are not detailed in the provided website content. Contact Napa Valley Community Foundation or Napa Humane directly for current application procedures and requirements.