Hunter's Fund

Hunter's Fund as established in 2013 after  the tragic loss of one of our member's personal dogs. Hunter, a Springer Spaniel, was dearly loved by all and in honor of his memory we created a trust to help others who face the heart rendering, unexpected injury or illness of a family pet.  Hunter's Fund provides funding for qualified pet owners needing financial assistance for emergency veterinary care when faced with an unexpected medical situation.
Applicants must provide proof of financial hardship and in most cases Hunter's Fund will grant a portion of the money needed toward the initial medical expense and care of the animal. Hunter's Fund is not intended as a grant in its entirety. Each case is reviewed and approved  separately and funds are allotted based on availability and circumstance.

Hunter's Fund is one of the many ways we give back to the community. Our organization sees it as an invaluable way to help others who love their pets but experience hardship when faced with a catastrophic pet emergency. Hunter's Fund was originally established through a generous grant from the Virginia and Alfred Harrell Foundation in 2014.  Since then we have continually raised money for this effort. We are proud to announce that we have expanded the perimeters  of the fund  to include assistance with spay and neuter as well  as Feral Colony Trap and Release.

This May 6th we are putting Hunter's Fund in the forefront of our Give Big Kern Campaign. It is our hope to raise needed monies to keep this fund prosperous in order to reach more families in need in 2025.  Our organization is unique in this community outreach to help others directly and we sincerely hope you see the importance of this cause as it remains near  and dear to our hearts.  You are invited to support our mission by visiting our page at:


Hunter's Fund  has stood  solid for Eleven years to help animals and  their owners  who find themselves in an agonizing position having to face a decision based on finances. Many of us have stood in those shoes and had to face final outcomes chosen only by circumstance. We hope, through your support, we can make the difference in those decisions to save not only the animal but the spirit of the owner.