United States Australian Shepherd Foundation
A 501(c)3 charitable organization formed by USASA

Health and Genetics Fund

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Following are the Research Projects selected to receive USASF Grant Funding:
#01131: Genetic Background and the Angiogenic Phenotype in Cancer, Dr. Jamie Modiano Amount of Grant Awarded: $4000.00

#01147: Indentifying Mutations in Genes Associated with Canine Hermangiosarcoma Dr. Chieko Azuma Amount of Grant Awarded: $3000.00

#00615B: Heritable and Sporadic Genetic Lesions in Canine Lymphoma, Dr. Matthew Breen Amount of Grand Awarded: $3000.00

The purpose of this fund is to collect financial donations for the exclusive use to fund grants for genetic research and related health projects.
Periodically, the Foundation will announce a "Challenge Fund" to channel interest toward research of particular importance to Australian Shepherds. Our current "Challenge" is our Cancer Challenge Fund. Any donations to a challenge fund will always be held until a specific grant for that purpose is approved.

How do we decide on what type of research project to grant?
In collaboration with the USASA Health and Genetics Committee and under the advisement of the AKC Canine Health Foundation, the USASF will grant money to a researcher or project that is deemed promising and will hopefully make a positive impact on the future health and well being of Australian Shepherds.
Through the AKC CHF, our Donor Advised Fund (DAF) will receive matching funds.

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