$4.5 Million Donation Boosts CSU’s Veterinary Care – See How It’s Transforming Pet Healthcare Nationwide!

The Veterinary Health and Education Complex (VHEC) at Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) is set to enhance its services, thanks to a generous $4.5 million donation from the Frank Stanton Foundation. This transformative gift, the largest in VHEC’s history, will allow CVMBS to lead the world in the delivery, teaching, and research of the “Spectrum of Care” model, which focuses on providing a range of diagnostic and treatment options tailored to diverse client needs and financial abilities.

The Stanton Foundation, honoring the legacy of broadcasting executive Frank Stanton and his love for dogs, supports this initiative, which aims to make high-quality veterinary care accessible to all pet owners, regardless of socioeconomic background. The gift will help CSU construct new treatment, surgery, and dentistry suites, as well as fund pilot studies to validate the outcomes of various diagnostic and therapeutic options.

"The Stanton Foundation’s gift is a game changer," said Brett Anderson, co-interim vice president for University Advancement at CSU. "It will revolutionize how we prepare veterinarians to care for companion animals while considering client expectations, cultural backgrounds, and financial limitations."

The anticipated completion of the new facilities is set for June 2026. In addition to expanding CSU’s veterinary curriculum, the gift will help address veterinarian shortages in regions like Northern Colorado by training future professionals who can provide holistic care across a wide spectrum of needs.