OTTAWA, ON – May 6, 2026 – Veterinarians Without Borders North America / Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord (VWB/VSF) has launched its Spring Match campaign, inviting supporters to help bring veterinary care within reach for animals and communities around the world. From May 6 through June 17, every dollar donated will be doubled, up to $24,000, thanks to the generous support of Zoetis.
Across many of the regions where VWB/VSF works — including Northern Canada, Ukraine, Ghana, and Kenya — animals are part of daily life. They protect homes, support livelihoods, and live in close connection with the people around them. Yet in many of these communities, access to veterinary care remains limited or inconsistent.
“When veterinary care is not within reach, even treatable conditions can become serious,” said Janine Mitchell, Executive Director of VWB/VSF. “This campaign is about helping ensure that care can reach animals when and where it is needed — before small issues become life-threatening.”
Whether through mobile veterinary clinics in remote Northern communities, emergency response in conflict-affected regions of Ukraine, or community-based animal health support in Africa and Asia, each matched gift helps deliver care where it is needed most.
This year’s Spring Match campaign highlights the importance of timely access to veterinary care, and the role it plays in protecting both animal health and community well-being. Donations will support veterinary teams working alongside local partners to provide treatment, prevention, and essential supplies to animals who might otherwise go without care.
“At Zoetis, we believe animal health is inseparable from human wellbeing. Veterinarians Without Borders embodies that belief every day by delivering veterinary care where it’s needed most and empowering communities through sustainable animal health solutions,” said Stevan Agbaba, RVT, Regional Business Manager, Central Canada, Zoetis. “We are proud to support their mission and the meaningful, lasting impact they create around the world.”
The campaign runs until June 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.
👉 Make your gift go twice as far at: vwb.org/springmatch2026
* Donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $24,000 until June 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. For monthly gifts, only the first month’s donation will be matched.
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About VWB/VSF: Founded in 2005, Veterinarians Without Borders North America / Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord (VWB/VSF) is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to improving community health through enhanced animal health. Using a “One Health” approach, we work with diverse partners to strengthen community-centered animal health systems, directly benefiting the people and environments that rely on them. As the North American affiliate of VSF International, VWB/VSF operates independently, with ongoing programs in Africa, Asia, Northern Canada, and Europe. Our efforts focus on disease prevention, sustainable livelihoods, equitable access to resources, capacity building, and humanitarian relief, reaching over 1 million people annually. Learn more: www.vwb.org
About Zoetis: Zoetis is the world’s leading animal health company, driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. With a legacy of nearly 75 years, Zoetis continues to pioneer ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness, supporting veterinarians, livestock producers, and pet owners in over 100 countries. We integrate deep scientific expertise, data-driven R&D, advanced manufacturing, and commercial excellence to deliver meaningful innovation across medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, biopharmaceuticals, and digital solutions. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted and valued animal health company, Zoetis is committed to setting new standards for the future of animal care through innovation, customer obsession, and purpose-driven colleagues. Learn more: www.zoetis.com
Media Contact:
Tanja Kisslinger
Director of Communications
VWB/VSF North America
tanja@vwb.org / +1 613 413 5776
