Dr. Jaime Thurk performs a cat spay surgery during a high volume cat spay/neuter
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November 11, 2026 – Oregon Coast Humane Society (OCHS) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 Boost Grant from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation through its Big Bet for Pets initiative. The grant will help provide essential veterinary care to community pets whose families might otherwise struggle to access needed medical services.
Big Bet for Pets is the foundation’s five-year, $250 million investment in expanding access to veterinary care for family pets, with a particular focus on strengthening nonprofit veterinary services and expanding options in rural communities. The initiative shares OCHS’s vision of a future where every pet can receive the care needed to live a happy, healthy life.
Since opening in 2025, the OCHS Veterinary Clinic has served more than 2,000 community pets, providing everything from preventive care and routine procedures to urgent medical treatment. Located in Florence, the clinic was established to address the shortage of accessible veterinary services in the region. Through a flexible, pay-what-you-can-afford approach, OCHS works to ensure that financial circumstances don’t prevent families from getting medical care for their beloved companions.
“We are incredibly grateful to the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation for recognizing the importance of accessible veterinary care in rural communities,” said Elizabeth Thompson, Executive Director of Oregon Coast Humane Society. “This grant will directly help animals whose families may not have the financial resources to access veterinary services elsewhere. Every pet deserves the opportunity to receive the care they need, and support like this helps make that possible.”
The $10,000 grant will go directly toward medical care for community animals, continuing OCHS’s commitment to keeping pets healthy and families together. The clinic’s success has been made possible through the generosity of private donors and grant partners who believe that access to veterinary care should not depend on a family’s ability to pay.