AVMF Tribute Card Program
Honor. Celebrate. Show you care.
Honor, celebrate, or remember someone meaningful in your life with the AVMF Tribute Card Program. Whether you’re recognizing a beloved pet, celebrating a colleague, thanking a client, or remembering a cherished companion, this program offers a thoughtful and convenient way to show you care.
Your gift supports AVMF programs that improve the health and well-being of animals and the people who care for them. With every card you send, you’re not only honoring someone meaningful—you’re helping create hope, healing, and compassion within the veterinary community.
Personalized cards for any occasion
AVMF will send a beautifully designed, personalized card at no additional cost. Each card can include:
• The name of the person or pet being honored
• The name of the donor/clinic
• A short personal message
These meaningful touches create a heartfelt expression—perfect for celebrating milestones, offering sympathy, recognizing kindness, or honoring a special bond.
Step 1: Preview card designs
Card A: Anything Helps
“Anything Helps,” a watercolor and graphite piece by John Keeling, reflects the bond between dogs and their owners. (click to enlarge)
Card B: Best Friends
“Best Friends,” a graphite drawing by Andy Mast, portrays the connection between a family dog and a friend’s horse. (click to enlarge)
Card C: Holly
“Holly,” a watercolor by Mary Aiwohi, DVM, depicts her beloved rescued cat and the bond they share.
(click to enlarge)
Note: You’ll need the card name for the next step.
Step 2: Select and personalize your tribute card
Including AVMF in an obituary
If you would like donations directed to the AVMF in honor or in memory of someone, you are welcome to include the following language in an obituary or memorial announcement:
“Gifts in honor/memory may be made online at avmf.org/give or mailed to:
AVMF
1931 N Meacham Ave, Suite 100
Schaumburg, IL 60173
If sending a check, please include the honoree’s name in the memo line.”
To help us acknowledge these meaningful gifts, please email us at info@avmf.org with your plans. We will provide the names of those who donate so you may thank them personally. AVMF will also send a thank-you letter to each donor and reference the individual in whose honor or memory the gift was made.