Highlights and Actions of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Jefferson City, Mo.

All formal actions were electronically voted upon due to the need for a quorum, and all motions carried unless otherwise noted.

• Reviewed and approved the agenda for the April 29, 2023 meeting.

• Reviewed and approved the minutes of the January 26, 2023 meeting.

• Reviewed and approved the treasurer’s report.

• Reviewed and approved the 2023-2024 budget as presented.

• The 2023 convention activities and events were reviewed noting a successful Foundation event Friday evening.

• An Amazon Wish List has been created for members to donate items to the Foundation Silent Auction.

• The Facebook donation button is drawing funds through shares.

• Animal Archive participation has increased due to more frequent promotions.

• Missouri Life Magazine will be publishing an article on the Veterinary Museum.

• Per Annum Board Member positions are filled for 2023.

• Dr. Art Bryant was voted in as an MVMF Board Member.

• The partnership between Nestle-Purina FurEver Program and the MVMA has been extended through 2023.

• 2023 April Honor Roll inductions conducted.

• Honor Roll nominations were discussed for the fall induction ceremony.

• MVMA grant applications were discussed and the grant task force will review applicants and present recommendations at the fall Board meeting.

• Scholarship ideas suggested and more information will be collected to make a determination.

• The next Foundation Board Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 5, 2023 immediately following the Honor Roll induction(s).

Full minutes of the MVMF Board and all other boards and committees can be accessed through the MVMA website, www.movma.org.

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