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Spay & Neuter
Get Information about Spay & Neutering
One of the most crucial ways we keep our island’s pet population healthy and thriving is through spaying and neutering. Reach out to us today for more info and let’s work together to give every pet a healthier future.
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Medical Assistance Application
Need help paying for emergency vet care?
When your pet gets sick or hurt suddenly, the vet bills can be overwhelming. Our Medical Assistance Program helps Big Island families who are struggling to afford emergency veterinary care. We provide grants for emergency and life-saving treatment ONLY, paid directly to your vet, when you cannot cover the full cost on your own.
This program is funded in part by the John R. Peterson Foundation and benefits vulnerable and underserved communities of Hawaii.
Program Information
Who Can Apply
You may qualify if:
You live on Big Island
Your pet has a sudden illness or injury (not a long-term health problem)
Your pet has been seen by a vet and has a diagnosis
You are not a breeder or rescue organization
You are going through financial hardship
Your pet may be surrendered or humanely euthanized as an alternative to receiving care due to cost
What We Cover:
Emergency and urgent veterinary care
Up to $2,000 per household per year
Situations where your pet may be euthanized or surrendered due to hardship
What We Don't Cover:
Routine care (checkups, vaccines)
Ongoing or chronic conditions
Spay/neuter only (but we have other programs for that!)
How to Apply:
Fill out the application below
Fill it out completely (ask your vet for help if needed)
Email it to grants@alohailiorescue.com with:
2 photos of your pet (one healthy, one now)
If you can contribute to the cost of care: sign the Hardship Statement (included in the application)
If you cannot contribute anything: attach proof of hardship (government assistance card, letter from food bank, etc.)
PART 1: ABOUT YOU
First Name*
Last Name*
Street Address (Where you live, not a PO Box)
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Phone Number*
Email*
PART 2: CHECK THESE BOXES
Check each box to show these are true for you:
I live on Big Island
This is my pet
I do NOT breed animals to sell
I am NOT a rescue group or shelter
My pet has seen a vet and has a diagnosis
This is a sudden problem, not something my pet has had for a long time
PART 3: ABOUT YOUR PET
Pet's Name*
Dog or Cat?*
Breed*
Age*
Male or Female*
Is your pet fixed (spayed or neutered)?
Yes
No
Where did you get this pet?
Friends or Family
Rescue or Shelter
Breeder/Purchased
Found as stray
Other
How long have you had this pet?
PART 4: ABOUT THE VET VISIT
Name of Vet Clinic
Vet's Name*
Clinic Phone Number*
What is wrong with your pet?*
What does the vet want to do to help your pet?*
How much will it cost? ($)*
Date the vet saw your pet*
PART 5: ABOUT YOUR MONEY SITUATION
We ask that you pay what you can. Even a little bit helps.
How much can you pay? ($)
How much help do you need? ($)
If you CAN pay something, just complete out the Hardship Statement form.
If you CANNOT pay anything, check which proof you are sending:
Proof I get government help (like SNAP, Med-QUEST, SSI, Section 8, etc.)
Proof my income is low (tax return, pay stubs, Social Security letter)
Letter from food bank, church, social worker, or community group
Proof of hard times (lost job, eviction notice, disaster, big medical bills)
A letter I wrote explaining my situation
Other
PART 6: YOUR PROMISES
By typing your name below, I promise:
Everything I wrote on this form is true.
If my pet is not fixed, I will get my pet fixed (spayed or neutered) within 90 days after my pet gets better, unless the vet says it is not safe.
I will tell Aloha Ilio how my pet is doing and send photos when asked.
Aloha Ilio can use my pet's photos and story to help raise money for other pets.
I understand the money goes to the vet, not to me.
I understand Aloha Ilio can say no to my application.
Sign your Name*
We receive more applications than we can fund, so not everyone will be approved. That said, every application is carefully considered, and we encourage you to apply if you are in need.
For additional resources to help pay a vet bill,
click here.
Questions?
Call us: 808-960-1704 (Mon-Sun, 9am-4pm)
Email:
grants@alohailiorescue.com
We will respond to you within 24 hours.
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HARDSHIP STATEMENT (If you can pay something)
What is this form?
This form is for people who CAN pay something toward their pet's vet bill . By signing this, you are telling us that you are going through hard times and really need our help.
YOUR INFORMATION
Full Name*
Today's Date*
Pet's Name*
How Much Can You Pay? ($)*
MY PROMISE
By signing this form, I promise that:
1. I am going through hard times right now and cannot pay the full vet bill.
2. I am paying what I can afford right now.
3. I know this program helps many families, so I am only asking for what I truly need.
4. Everything I wrote on my application is true.
Tell us a little about your situation:
YOUR SIGNATURE
By typing your name below, I promise everything is true:
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