Communities: Care and Collaboration
Caring for Our Communities
$7.0 million
invested in communities through Zoetis Inc. corporate giving in 2023
$8.3 million
distributed through Zoetis Foundation grants in 2023
The Zoetis Foundation
In 2023, the Zoetis Foundation continued to advance opportunities for veterinarians and farmers around the world. The Zoetis Foundation is committed to its goal of $35 million in grants distributed by the end of 2025 to support the Foundation’s three grant-making priorities: Education, Well-being and Livelihoods.
Education
The Zoetis Foundation funds grants for organizations who provide scholarships, debt relief solutions, and other initiatives to drive a more inclusive veterinary community and broader access to veterinary and technician training.
Well-being
The Zoetis Foundation’s focus on mental health emphasizes the importance of well-being for veterinary healthcare teams.
Livelihoods
The Zoetis Foundation funds capacity building initiatives and business planning programs that help veterinary practices and farmers develop sustainable businesses, protect family legacy and thrive in an increasingly dynamic industry.
Foundation Progress
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World Food Program USA Livelihoods Grant
A grant to World Food Program USA provides access to financial and veterinary services to support livestock farmers in Ethiopia and Kenya.
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Shanti Project's Veterinary Mental Health Initiative
A grant to the Shanti Project’s Veterinary Mental Health Initiative provides evidence-based, culturally-aligned and multi-level mental health support services to veterinarians by expert clinicians.
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Colleague Resource Group Philanthropy Grants Program
The Zoetis Colleague Resource Group (CRG) Philanthropy Grants Program awarded grants to eight organizations proposed by the Zoetis CRGs.
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Support our communities
TARGET
Contribute 2,500 volunteer days (20,000 hours) annually in the communities we serve
2023 PROGRESS
16,611 hours of volunteer time reported by our colleagues, 83% of our stated goal. This is an 81% increase from hours reported in 2022.
Protecting Pets and Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands
Volunteering with World Vets, Nicole Roecker, Territory Account Business Manager, combined her passion for travel and helping animals by spaying, neutering, and treating animals with broken bones and other injuries in the Galapagos Islands.
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Cultivating a Greener Future at Willowwood Arboretum
The Zoetis U.S. Petcare Brand Marketing team participated in a team-building activity through volunteer work at Willowwood Arboretum in New Jersey, a public park that relies on volunteers to maintain the gardens and meadows year-round.
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Empowering Veterinary Technicians During National Vet Tech Week
Recognizing the important work of veterinarian technicians and the challenges they face, Zoetis colleagues distributed wellness bags throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska.
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Support veterinary professionals
TARGET
Provide at least $1 million in scholarships to veterinary students annually, focusing on underrepresented groups where possible
2023 PROGRESS
The Zoetis Foundation provided grants of $3.0 million for scholarships to support 500+ students. In the United States, 58% of students supported by the Zoetis Foundation/AAVMC Veterinary Student Scholarship Program are members of traditionally marginalized or underrepresented communities and 19% identify as LGBTQ+.
The Zoetis Foundation/AAVMC Veterinary Student Scholarship
The Zoetis Foundation/AAVMC Veterinary Student Scholarship Program provides financial support to veterinary students, addressing the issue of student debt and the need to foster diversity in the veterinary profession. This scholarship awarded 263 recipients with $7,000 each through 2023 funding.
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The Zoetis Foundation/AAVMC Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship
The Zoetis Foundation/AAVMC Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship encourages students to pursue research in veterinary science and is named in honor of Dr. Catherine A. Knupp, who retired as Zoetis’ President of Research & Development in 2021.
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U.S.-China Joint DVM Scholarship Program
In 2023, the Zoetis Foundation started funding a grant to the Kansas State University Foundation: U.S.-China Center for Animal Health, College of Veterinary Medicine supporting veterinary training for six Chinese veterinary medicine students who will return to China with knowledge to support the development of the veterinary profession in their home country.
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Provide access to professional programs for veterinarians in the markets where we have a presence
2023 PROGRESS
Zoetis continued to invest in professional programs in 100% of our markets where we have a physical presence, through Zoetis-led programs and in partnerships with external organizations.
Empowering Veterinary Professionals
Zoetis has invested corporate funding in professional programs that train veterinarians and help them gain the skill sets needed to succeed in their jobs. In the United States, Zoetis partners with the American Animal Hospital Association to execute the Beyond Medicine Workshop, providing veterinarians and veterinarian technicians with continuing education opportunities focused on skills such as communicating with clients, overcoming professional challenges and caring for their own well-being. In Spain, Zoetis supports Ganadería en Femenino—or Women in Livestock—a program that aims to increase visibility of women livestock farmers, veterinarians, and others in the field, by providing training, communication support, and recognition of their work.
ASPIRATION
Expand veterinary care access to populations in need
TARGET
Annually report on the number of pet owners reached through community programs and in-kind contributions
2023 PROGRESS
Zoetis' efforts impacted approximately 202,000 pet owners in need.
ASPIRATION
Provide animal care in disaster relief
TARGET
Annually report on the number of animals cared for through community programs and in-kind contributions
2023 PROGRESS
Zoetis' efforts impacted approximately 91,000 animals affected by disasters.
Improving Access to Care Across the United States
We partnered with Adopt a Pet to make a nearly $1 million investment to improve access to resources for pets, shelters, rescues and veterinary healthcare teams across the country.
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Historic Rabies Vaccination Day in Indonesia
We supported vaccinating cats and dogs against rabies across provinces in Indonesia in partnership with Royal Canin Indonesia on World Rabies Day.
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Partnering with American Humane on Disaster Preparedness
We co-hosted a clinic with American Humane in Florida to provide the underserved community with free wellness exams and veterinary services, along with information about preparing for disasters and pet preparedness kits.
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Animal Relief Efforts in Morocco
We donated in-kind contributions including parasiticides, antibiotics, ointments and other supplies to assist in the rescue mission of equine populations following the devastating earthquake in Morocco.
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Download our 2023 Sustainability Report
Advancing sustainability in animal health for a better future.
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