HomeMy WebLinkAboutVIRGINIA BEACH SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALSVirginia Beach
City Council
Our services, community, and impact
An informational overview | October 2026
MISSION AND ROLE
Our mission and our community
Serving animals and the people who care for them since 1966.
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MISSION
The mission of the Virginia Beach Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
(VBSPCA) is to create a more humane and responsible community by eliminating animal
suffering while increasing human compassion.
VISION
We envision a future in which every animal’s needs are met in order to live a happy
and healthy life.
Private 501(c)(3) nonprofit Serving Hampton Roads since 1966
MISSION AND ROLE
Complementary roles in serving our City
Distinct responsibilities. A shared interest in the well -being of animals and residents.
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VB Animal Care & Adoption
Animal control and public safety
Enforcement
Municipal sheltering
VBSPCA
Private nonprofit sheltering
Affordable veterinary care
Humane education
Communication • Referrals • Coordinated problem solving
MISSION AND ROLE
Three pillars of our mission
Distinct programs, connected around the needs of animals, families, and our community.
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SHELTER & ADOPTION
Shelter care, adoption, and
assistance through difficult
transitions
AFFORDABLE VETERINARY
CARE
Wellness, treatment,
preventive services, and pet
retention
HUMANE EDUCATION
School programs,
compassion, and responsible
care
MISSION AND ROLE
Second chances begin here
Helping families adopt, keep pets, and navigate difficult transitions.
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Behind every service is an animal, a person, or a family navigating a real need.
SHELTER AND ADOPTION
Shelter care and adoption
Compassionate care for animals in transition.
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Dogs, cats, and small companion animals
Owner surrenders and partner transfers
Intake by appointment, guided by available capacity
Growing demand requires careful management of
space and staffing
AFFORDABLE VETERINARY CARE
Veterinary care for pets and families
Affordable veterinary care helps pets stay healthy and remain with the people who love them.
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Preventive care, medical treatment, and timely intervention can support pet retention.
AFFORDABLE VETERINARY CARE
Access to affordable care
Different service options meet different community needs.
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FULL CLINIC CARE
Qualifying households earning under $65,000
Also eligible: active duty military, reservists, their families,
and first responders
WELLNESS & SPAY/NEUTER
Services available regardless of income
AFFORDABLE VETERINARY CARE
Affordable care in our City and beyond
Three ways VBSPCA makes services more accessible.
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HOLLAND ROAD Expanded clinic with medical, surgical,
and dental care
HILLTOP PLAZA Wellness Clinic inside PetSmart for
preventive care
NEUTER SCOOTER Mobile services across the 757 and
partner communities
Mobile photo represents VBSPCA mobile services; confirm vehicle identity if referring to the 2026 unit.
AFFORDABLE VETERINARY CARE
Affordability and household budgets
Published canine-spay fees illustrate VBSPCA’s income-based pricing.
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HOUSEHOLDS UNDER $65,000
$180–$255
CANINE SPAY
HOUSEHOLDS OVER $65,000
$280–$355
CANINE SPAY
Qualifying households save an average of $100 on canine spay procedures through our income-based
pricing
VBSPCA published fee schedule; not a comparison with private clinics or average household savings.
CONNECTED CARE AND DONOR SUPPORT
Mello and the Miracle Medical Fund
Medical care is part of every shelter animal’s journey.
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THE MIRACLE MEDICAL FUND
Helps cover medical care for shelter
animals
Donor and community support makes
this work possible
HUMANE EDUCATION
Partnership with Virginia Beach schools
Humane education has been part of VBSPCA’s work since 1968.
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Free, SOL-aligned Compassion Classroom programming for public schools
HUMANE EDUCATION
Classroom learning with lasting community value
Education programs support compassion, literacy, and responsible care.
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COMPASSION CLASSROOM Grades 2 and 4 SOL-aligned character education; free to public schools
LISTENING EARS Grade 3 Animal-assisted reading supports confidence and literacy
SHELTER PET PALS Grades 1–5 Reading and writing connect students with shelter
animals
SOL-aligned applies specifically to Compassion Classroom; literacy outcomes are program goals, not measured test-score claims.
CAREER EXPLORATION Grades 8-12 Career fairs, work-service learning, volunteering, veterinary
medicine exposure
THE PEOPLE BEHIND OUR SERVICES
A skilled veterinary workforce
A skilled, diverse workforce delivers services across our mission.
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CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS
Veterinarians and licensed veterinary
technicians
SUPPORTING CARE TEAMS
Veterinary assistants and client-service staff
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Continuing education and skill building
CONNECTED SERVICES
Clinical care, shelter operations, humane
education, and support
WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION
Building the next generation of veterinary professionals
Roles and education pathways can introduce students and residents to veterinary careers.
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ENTRY ROLES Animal care, veterinary assisting, and client service
LICENSED TECHNICIAN Accredited education, VTNE, and Virginia licensure
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH Advanced clinical skills and supervisory roles
VETERINARIAN Separate professional degree and licensure pathway
Illustrative career pathways and future awareness opportunities—not an established apprenticeship or placement program.
WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION
Economic contribution: direct operating activity
2025 audited organizational expenditures reflect the scale of services and workforce investment.
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$6.62M
Total organizational expenses
$3.40M
Salaries and benefits
$52,212
Staff training
89%
Expenses supporting program services
All figures represent VBSPCA organization-wide 2025 expenses—not Virginia Beach-only economic impact.
COMMUNITY VALUE
Measuring benefit to the City
Ways to understand our contribution to Virginia Beach alongside our broader regional reach.
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ACCESS Virginia Beach households served and care provided
WORKFORCE Retention, development, and career opportunities
SCHOOLS Classrooms reached, participation, and teacher feedback
PREVENTION Pet retention and partner referral outcomes
Potential reporting categories; regional service totals are not Virginia Beach -only counts.
WORKING ALONGSIDE THE CITY
How our services connect with City priorities
Coordination, referrals, and community resources support residents and animals.
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SERVICE ACCESS Connecting residents to affordable clinic and mobile services
SCHOOLS & CAREERS School programming and opportunities for career awareness
CITY SHELTER Communication and coordination with municipal services
CAPACITY & DEMAND Understanding service demand, facility space, and staffing needs
A community partner
for Virginia Beach
Affordable care. Skilled careers.
A more humane community.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership.
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