The Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England (VSTONE) helps New England residents by providing merit-based scholarships for veterinary medicine degrees. This program reduces financial strain and supports students in pursuing their passions and talents.
VSTONE’s program recognizes and uplifts gifted students who have made significant contributions in the fields of Veterinary Care, Veterinary Pathology, Equine Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Surgery, or Shelter Medicine.
Our scholarship recipients typically intend to remain in or return to New England after graduation. We encourage them to serve five years in areas with limited access to veterinary care, often referred to as “veterinary deserts.” To illustrate, Providence County in RI has only 1.70 veterinary employees for every 1,000 households. Understanding the factors influencing accessibility, such as cost and location, is crucial for ensuring equitable access to veterinary care for all pet owners.
Since its founding in 1958, and as a 501(c)(3) non-profit since 1961, the Trust has supported more than 547 veterinary students in New England through scholarship aid. Just this year, VSTONE awarded $76,300 in scholarships, helping aspiring veterinarians complete their education and embark on careers dedicated to animal care. Since inception VSTONE has granted $1,860,982. in scholarships. Our program relies on the generosity of individual veterinarians, state veterinary associations, the New England Veterinary Medical Association, canine and equine groups, memorial gifts, rabies clinics, and other caring individuals. We also seek support through targeted mail campaigns, special events, and grants.
Expanding our reach to veterinary students leads to a larger pool of applicants. By increasing the visibility of our scholarship program and its recipients, we enhance the prestige of our scholarships. This, in turn, strengthens our ability to attract new grant sources, ensuring the scholarship program's growth for years to come. Your support will not only provide assistance, but also improve our capacity to secure additional funding.
Dear Dr. Heller and VSTONE Trustees,
I want to thank you for choosing me as the recipient for the Dr. Harris Mosher award. I feel honored to be selected and recognized for my work in pathology and my service to New England as a long time resident. Sincerely, Natalie T.
