Theriogenology Foundation

What Theriogenology Foundation does

The Theriogenology Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity founded in 2009 and headquartered at 14 Imperial Place, Unit 202, Providence, Rhode Island, with approximately 10 staff. It was established as a collaborative effort of the American College of Theriogenologists (ACT) and the Society for Theriogenology (SFT) to support education, research, and the pipeline of future specialists in animal reproductive medicine — the veterinary discipline concerned with reproduction, obstetrics, gynecology, and andrology across species. The Foundation does not develop proprietary technology; its platform is built on YourMembership.com association management software with Facebook and LinkedIn social login, and its "products" are programmatic: scholarship programs (Nandi Scholars, $5,000-$10,000 annually), research grants ($2,000-$10,000), student and travel grants, the AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program (15 specialists trained since 2016 across Auburn, Virginia-Maryland, Ohio State, and NC State), the Bartlett Lifetime Achievement Award, the Career Excellence Award, the Zemjanis Outreach Fund for international veterinarians, and the annual Therio Conference plus Steel City Soiree fundraising gala.

The Foundation's business model is event-driven charitable fundraising rather than commercial revenue. Income is generated through four primary streams: individual donations (suggested tiers $25-$200+ or custom, one-time or recurring monthly), event sponsorships (Railway Magnate $2,500 down to Industrial Baron $500 for the Steel City Soiree), Steel City Soiree ticket sales ($90-$500 across Reformer, Scholar, Socialite, and Industrialist tiers), and planned giving through the 1954 Society (bequests, trusts, retirement plan assets, life insurance, charitable gift annuities). The 2025 Therio Conference generated nearly $70,000 through donations, raffle, auction, and sponsorships. Its customer/beneficiary segments are veterinary students, residents and interns in approved ACT programs, practicing veterinary professionals, veterinary schools and SFT student chapters, and international veterinarians from developing countries. Go-to-market relies on a hybrid of the foundation website, monthly TF eNews newsletter to 2,600+ subscribers, Facebook, the C-BEST webinar series, and the annual in-person Therio Conference in Pittsburgh.

Name

Theriogenology Foundation

Legal name

Theriogenology Foundation

Website

https://theriofoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Theriogenology Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that funds scholarships, research grants, residencies, and awards in animal reproductive medicine, serving veterinary students, residents, and professionals across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Education Non-Profit Foundation

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Other Grantmaking and Giving Services (813219)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Health & Medical Research Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Reproduction, Breeding & Theriogenology (Large Animal/Equine) (HLAMABAG), Scholarship & Fellowship Foundations and Trusts (EDADAHAC)

Keywords

• Veterinary education grants
• Animal reproduction research
• Veterinary scholarships
• Non-profit foundation giving
• Theriogenology training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Providence

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals supporting education and research in animal reproductive medicine
2. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for Steel City Soiree and Therio Conference events at various tiers (Railway Magnate $2,500, Gilded Age $1,500, Titan of Industry $1,000, Industrial Baron $500)
3. Grant Programs: Fund distribution through structured grant programs including Nandi Scholars, Research Grants, Student Grants, Travel Grants, and Bartlett Award
4. Planned Giving: Bequests, trusts, retirement plan assets, life insurance, charitable gift annuities for legacy support through the 1954 Society

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Theriogenology Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that funds education, research, and specialist training in animal reproductive medicine (theriogenology). It administers scholarships (Nandi Scholars), research grants, student/travel grants, and a canine theriogenology residency program in partnership with the AKC and AKC Canine Health Foundation, and hosts the annual Therio Conference and Steel City Soiree fundraising gala.

Product overview

The Theriogenology Foundation is a global non-profit organization supporting education and research in animal reproductive medicine. The Foundation operates a portfolio of grant and scholarship programs (Nandi Scholars, Research Grants, Student Grants, Travel Grants), training initiatives (AKC/AKC CHF/TF Small Animal Residency Program), awards (Bartlett Award, Career Excellence Award), and international outreach (Zemjanis Fund). The organization hosts the annual Therio Conference and Steel City Soiree fundraising event. All programs are administered through association management software and the website serves as the primary interface for donations, applications, and member engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nandi Scholars Program: Scholarship program recognizing senior veterinary students demonstrating excellence and leadership in Theriogenology
• AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program
• Zemjanis Outreach Fund
• David E. Bartlett Lifetime Achievement Award

Products and services

• Nandi Scholars Program
• Research Grants
• Student Grants
• Travel Grants
• AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program
• David E. Bartlett Lifetime Achievement Award
• Zemjanis Outreach Fund
• Annual Therio Conference
• Steel City Soiree Fundraising Gala

Quantifiable outcome

• 15 specialists trained through AKC/AKCCHF/TF residency program since 2016
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• American Kennel Club (AKC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Collaboration on AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. Since 2016, this partnership has provided funding to train 15 specialists at various US veterinary colleges including Auburn University, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Ohio State University, and NC State University.
• AKC Canine Health Foundation (AKCCHF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Joint funding and administration of Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. CHF CEO Dr. Stephanie Montgomery has expressed commitment to the partnership: 'We are proud to collaborate with AKC and Theriogenology Foundation in a joint commitment to support the health of dogs through the funding of our annual Theriogenology Residency Program'
• Society for Theriogenology (SFT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative organization in animal reproduction. The Theriogenology Foundation was formed in 2009 as a collaborative effort of SFT and American College of Theriogenologists. SFT membership required for Nandi Scholars applicants.
• American College of Theriogenologists (ACT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative organization for board certification in theriogenology. ACT and SFT jointly award the Bartlett Award for Lifetime Achievement. The Foundation was formed as a collaborative effort of ACT and SFT in 2009.
• Auburn University College of Veterinary MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. Provides residents unique opportunity to work with breeding dogs and neonates in the university's Canine Performance Sciences Breeding Program.
• Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. Has substantial companion animal caseload and offers comprehensive three-year research and training program.
• The Ohio State University College of Veterinary MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost institution for AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. Dr. Joshua Trumble began residency training here in 2024.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Morris Animal Foundation: One of the largest non-profit animal health research foundations in the US, funding veterinary research across species. Directly comparable grantmaking foundation model targeting veterinary researchers and animal health outcomes.
• American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF): Charitable arm of the AVMA, the umbrella veterinary professional organization. Direct peer as a profession-affiliated grantmaking foundation supporting veterinary education, research, and student scholarships.
• Winn Feline Foundation: Non-profit foundation funding feline health research and supporting veterinary student/resident training. Closely analogous grantmaking structure, scholarship programs, and species-specific veterinary specialty focus.
• American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Foundation: Philanthropic arm of another veterinary specialty college (analogous to ACT). Funds research grants, resident support, and student scholarships within a single veterinary specialty, mirroring TF's structure.
• AKC Canine Health Foundation: Direct peer and active partner; co-funds the AKC/AKCCHF/TF Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program. Operates as a non-profit grantmaking foundation funding canine health research, structurally analogous to TF's mission in companion animal reproductive medicine.

Emerging players

• Donald and Ellie West Veterinary Lab Foundation: Small specialty veterinary foundation funding research and education. Similar micro-scale grantmaking focus on veterinary reproductive and lab medicine, structurally similar to TF.
• Animal Health Foundation: Small non-profit foundation funding veterinary medical research and education. Similar grantmaking foundation model with comparable scale and donor base in the veterinary profession.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons Foundation: Foundation supporting another veterinary specialty college, funding research grants and resident training. Comparable structure with specialty-college affiliation and small-staff grantmaking model.

Regional players

• Society for Veterinary Medical Ethics: Veterinary professional society with grant and award programs. Comparable professional society foundation model, though not focused on reproductive medicine.

Others

• American Kennel Club (AKC): TF's core strategic partner and co-funder of the residency program. Not a direct peer but ecosystem participant that funds breeding/reproductive canine health initiatives similar to TF's mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/theriofoundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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