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LEAP, Lending Economic Assistance for Pets, facilitates veterinary care to pets belonging to underserved, low-income, and homebound families in Texas. LEAP breaks down barriers and lifts financial burdens, enhancing the quality of life for pets and humans alike.
LEAP acts as a bridge between the public and the veterinary profession. With exclusive access to Texas veterinarians and strong relationships with like-minded non-profits, both animals and vulnerable community members are served. LEAP operates through strategic partnerships with Meals on Wheels organizations in 11 counties in Texas and growing. Each year, LEAP provides care to over 800 animals belonging to nearly 600 individuals!
In North Texas, we partner with Visiting Nurses Association Meals on Wheels, Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County, and recently expanded with Meals on Wheels North Central Texas!
Each LEAP program operates on the community level. The high caliber of care provided is incredibly unique from other veterinary programs in Texas. LEAP veterinarians provide wellness care and critical procedures to pets belonging to their neighbors. Veterinarians only donate their time, and all other costs are covered by LEAP. During a visit, a veterinarian will provide canine wellness exams, feline wellness exams, vaccines, testing, and a year of flea/tick and heartworm preventative. Additionally, LEAP will help with critical procedures such as dentals, amputations, mass removals, treatment plans, cruciate surgery, and more.
Ms. Tammy has been a Meals on Wheels client for some time. She faces daily challenges due to rheumatoid arthritis, which severely affects her back and legs. This condition makes standing and walking incredibly difficult, and the constant pain has rendered her unable to drive. Currently, she is awaiting hip surgery, hoping for some relief and a better quality of life.
Despite these hardships, Ms. Tammy finds solace in the companionship of her beloved dog, Pops. For the past two years, Pops has been receiving veterinary care through our LEAP program. Under the attentive care of Dr. Clary at Live Oak Animal Hospital, Pops has benefited immensely from routine wellness exams. These exams led to the diagnosis and treatment of Pops’ allergies with Cytopoint injections, significantly improving his well-being.
Ms. Tammy’s bond with Pops is a source of great comfort and joy in her life. In a recent client survey, she expressed her heartfelt gratitude: “You guys are very helpful and very appreciated. I like the way some of the volunteers know my name. Thanks for making sure I receive lunch and care for Pops. It helps out a lot. A very big blessing.”
Ms. Tammy’s story is a testament to the impact of compassionate care and community support. Her appreciation highlights the importance of programs like Meals on Wheels and LEAP, which not only address human needs but also ensure that cherished pets receive the care they deserve. Together, we make a significant difference in the lives of clients like Ms. Tammy and their furry companions.
The Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization in Texas that leverages veterinary partnerships and financial resources in order to support the veterinary profession by providing financial assistance in times of crisis, connecting veterinarians with opportunities to serve their communities, advocating responsible animal ownership and promoting and improving the well-being of animals.
The Foundation was established in 1978 as the philanthropic partner of the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) which is one of the largest state veterinary medical associations in the nation. TVMF and TVMA partner to advance animal health for the well-being of animals and humans and to promote the veterinary medical profession.
The Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation is committed to supporting the veterinary profession and our communities in Texas by providing resources, education, and programs for the responsible stewardship of animals.
Help TVMF save and enrich the lives of seniors and their beloved pets! Your support will directly provide veterinary care including critical preventatives, vaccinations, blood tests, dentals and advanced care as needed.
Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation, and its program partners, are committed to treating all clients, volunteers, and staff with dignity and respect. As an organization run by veterinarians, TVMF models its commitment to equity after the AVMA's commitment to equity and inclusion. This commitment embraces the value of the many areas of the veterinary profession, and the value of our members' and their clients' varied backgrounds, including but not limited to race; ethnicity; physical and mental abilities; gender; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; parental, marital, or pregnancy status; religious or political beliefs; military or veteran status; and geographic, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds.
Organization name
Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation
Causes
Animals
Operating Budget
$500,000 - $999,999
Counties Served
Dallas, Ellis, Johnson, Navarro, Tarrant
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
2928 West 6th Street