Foundation Funding Request Application

The mission of the PBGV Health & Rescue Foundation is:

  • To receive and administer funds for charitable, scientific or educational purposes through contributions from the general public.
  • To promote, fund and perform research into the health, care and breeding of purebred PBGVs.
  • To fund the rescue of PBGVs when they are neglected or endangered.
  • To promote the proper care of purebred PBGVs through educational means.
  • To promote and fund activities that are directed at preserving the breed.

Applicants are encouraged to contact a member of the Foundation Board of Directors to get their input on whether a specific activity would fit.

A few examples of fundable activities are the following:

  • Health clinics or seminars at the PBGVCA National.
  • PBGVCA member or junior affiliated with juniors program, registration for Canine Health Foundation webinar.
  • PBGVCA member or junior affiliated with the Juniors Program, registration for Institute of Canine Biology course.
  • Junior affiliated with PBGVCA juniors program, subsidized attendance at PBGVCA National Specialty where, in addition to showing a PBGV, they will attend any health seminar or presentation for breeders, and help with any health clinic.
  • A Club sponsored reproductive bank would be considered.
  • Maintenance fees for a pedigree database.

A few examples of activities that would not be funded by the Foundation are the following:

  • Junior affiliated with PBGVCA juniors program attendance at a Meet the Breeds to assist at the PBGV booth – no.
  • Junior affiliated with PBGVCA juniors program attendance at dog show to gain show experience – no.

If you require funding for a need that fits our mission, please give us the following information: