The History of the HCVMF: In 1991, veterinarians throughout Houston united to form the Harris County Veterinary Medical Foundation (HCVMF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better, healthier world for pets. Today, with the help of many committed volunteers, the HCVMF serves as one of Houston's most successful groups actively educating the public about responsible pet care.
Veterinarians and others interested in the well-being of pets operate the HCVMF. They raise money and coordinate community education programs, focusing on important health issues such as pet overpopulation, heartworm disease, proper dental care, geriatric pet health care, and disaster preparedness. A majority of the money raised by this 501(c)3 charitable organization funds educational campaigns and scholarships for students pursuing careers as veterinarians or veterinary technicians. The operating expenses are minimal and require little of the foundation's funds.
