Vet Mother Earth (FED ID# 92-3375424) is establishing San Diego’s first charity veterinary clinic offering sliding-scale fee structures with pro-bono services for pets and people in need. Your involvement now is crucial to help us get started!
The infrastructure of Vet Mother Earth includes a board of directors, volunteers, advisors, and of course the future staff of Vet Mother Earth: veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
Our aim is to raise funds to acquire licenses and hire staff once we secure our initial clinic location, whether it’s donated, leased, or purchased.
Like many nonprofits, we recognize the critical role that fundraising departments play in sustaining and advancing our mission. Our dedicated fundraising team is committed to securing the financial resources necessary to support our operations.
Our vision is to establish nonprofit charity veterinary clinics and hospitals that span across the country, beginning right here in San Diego. We aim to upgrade the way we approach animal welfare in the USA.
If you have experience finding and writing grants for start-up nonprofit organizations, please contact us to either research and/or submit them.
Marc Emmelmann - Founder + President (volunteer)
Lisa Russell, Esq. - Executive Director (volunteer)
Kevin Beiser - Brand Ambassador (volunteer)
Deelin Francis, Communications Manager
Janelle Calderon, Brand Ambassador (volunteer)
Since the 1980s, the veterinary care market has increasingly fallen into the hands of corporate acquisitions. Today, the repercussions of this shift are alarming.
From skyrocketing veterinary costs to delayed treatments and premature euthanasia, the impact on pets and their owners is deeply troubling. There remains a significant gap in accessible and affordable veterinary care that needs to be addressed.
My vision for nonprofit veterinary care is deeply rooted in a profound passion for animal welfare and a commitment to making a tangible difference. For over 16 years in San Diego, I have dedicated myself to various leadership roles, including General Manager and Executive Director of the San Diego Performing Arts League, Co-Chair of the Actors Alliance of San Diego, Marketing Manager with Just In Time For Foster Youth, and as a senior advisor in political campaign development. These experiences have equipped me with the skills and insights necessary to spearhead this initiative effectively.
Our approach is modern, compassionate, and community-focused, ensuring that no pet suffers due to financial constraints or lack of timely medical attention.
I volunteer full-time at Vet Mother Earth and am honored to be among the initial group of 222 monthly founding donors. This commitment is not just a personal mission; it is a call to action for all who believe in the power of community and compassion.
We are at the beginning of an extraordinary journey, one that will transform the lives of countless pets and their families. Your support and involvement are crucial. Together, we can build a future where every animal receives the care they deserve.
Join us in this mission. Be a part of something groundbreaking. Be a part of Vet Mother Earth.
With deep gratitude,
Marc Emmelmann
Founder, Vet Mother Earth
Founder Marc Emmelmann, a San Diego resident of 15+ years, merges a wealth of nonprofit organization experience and marketing prowess with an enduring passion for pets.
Some of Marc’s San Diego history in non-profit and fundraising includes serving as Co-Chair of the Actors Alliance, Executive Director of San Diego Performing Arts League, and Marketing Manager at Just in Time For Foster Youth. Over the past several years however, he has worked primarily on passion projects while offering marketing consulting services to dozens of businesses and startups. This fusion ignites his visionary pursuit: establishing Vet Mother Earth, not just as a veterinary clinic in San Diego, but as a paradigm for veterinary offices nationwide.
“By leveraging my expertise in marketing and nonprofit, I aspire to create sustainable and impactful veterinary clinics and hospitals that prioritize accessibility, affordability, and compassionate care for pets in need. Together, we can pave the way for a future where every pet receives the care they deserve, regardless of their owners’ financial circumstances.” – Marc Emmelmann
Laura Campanella, a passionate Colorado entrepreneur, philanthropist, and devoted animal advocate, co-founded Vet Mother Earth. Her unwavering commitment to its success in San Diego and beyond embodies her dedication to our planet. Her collaboration with Marc Emmelmann began over three years ago as a marketing consulting relationship, evolving into a seamless long-distance partnership marked by effective volunteering and work across state lines. Laura brings a wealth of experience with diverse experience in insurance, publishing, and project management.
Matt Carney, a San Diego resident of 15 + years, is the Executive Director of the San Diego Ballet and Business Consultant. He is a graduate of San Diego State University with a MPA (Master of Public Administration) degree.
Vet Mother Earth (FED ID# 92-3375424) is starting the first 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Veterinary Charity Clinic in San Diego and we need your support to make it happen.
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