On Jan. 9, 2002, a cat named Willie had surgery to remove bladder stones at an Ottawa veterinary clinic. Willie’s owner was an Ontario Disability Support Payment recipient, and they became the first to receive funding from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association’s (OVMA) newly formed charity, the Farley Foundation. By the end of February 2002, [...]
The Mississippi Veterinary Services team raised $10,000. After being cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Fundraise for Farley Month returned in October 2021 with more than 290 veterinary clinics across the province raising over $120,000 to help low-income pet owners in Ontario. Fundraise for Farley Month is the foundation’s largest [...]
After postponing its largest annual fundraiser last year to help prevent spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Farley Foundation is once again holding its annual Fundraise for Farley Month campaign in October. For veterinary clinics, businesses and supporters who are interested in fundraising but are concerned about both time management and staying safe, here are [...]
For many, the last few months have been difficult. From wearing a mask in public to establishing our social circles, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we all think and carry out everyday tasks. Although it’s been a tough adjustment, many people have taken advantage of the opportunity to spend more quality time with [...]
Staff at Taunton Road Animal Hospital. In October 2019, more than 340 veterinary clinics participated in Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month, raising over $293,000 to help low-income pet owners in Ontario. It's the largest amount ever raised for the month-long campaign. Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month is the foundation’s largest annual fundraiser. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
To celebrate helping its 10,000th pet, the Farley Foundation is assisting 1,000 low-income pet owners by providing free veterinary exams for their pets Earlier this year, the Farley Foundation reached a significant milestone by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for its 10,000th pet. To celebrate, it’s pledging to help 1,000 more. The Farley Foundation’s [...]
Summit Veterinary Pharmacy staff volunteering at the 2018 Ride for Farley. Each year, the Farley Foundation presents the Dr. Jim Hysen Friend of Farley Award in memory of one of the foundation’s greatest advocates and friends. The award recognizes an individual's or organization's outstanding support of the Farley Foundation. The 2019 recipient is [...]
The Orillia and District Veterinary Services team kicks off 2018 Bravecto Fundraise for Farley Month. 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, [...]
