Equine Non-Profits to Support This Year!
I have been getting so many amazing suggestions for equine non-profits to support! For the month of December I will be donating 50% of my YouTube Ad Revenue to Equine Nonprofits around the world! Each week in December, the donation will go to a different organization. Thank you so much to everyone for sharing your favorites! If you are a horse lover looking for an organization to support, check out this list:
Suggested by Equestrians:
Freedom Reigns Sanctuary
http://www.freedomreignsequinesanctuary.org/
Freedom Reigns Equine Sanctuary is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing horses bound for slaughter and giving them a home for life.
Suggested by Neesha K.
The Crew Equestrians
https://www.thecrewurbanyouthequestrians.org/
The CREW Urban Youth Equestrians is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2021. We provide a safe, nonjudgemental and welcoming space where urban American Descendants of Slaves, Indigenous/Native, Hispanic/Latino, Asian and all youth of color in Saint Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota discover confidence and power in themselves through horses.
Suggested by Sook Jin O.
Home At Last Farm Mini Horse & Pony Rescue
https://homeatlastfarm.org/
Help us do big things for little horses! We are a New England based 501(c)(3) non profit that operates through a network of amazing foster homes and our of our founder's farm located in Wales, ME. We provide sanctuary, miniature horse & pony rescue/rehabilitation/adoptions, and educational resources for horse owners.
Suggested by Chip F. "Always working for some of the shortest equines around😂"
Rosemary Farm
http://rosemaryfarm.org/
A magical sanctuary for horses in NY, one of the largest in the NE, home to nearly 100 equines rescued and protected for life. Visit, Tour, Volunteer, Adopt!
Suggested by Sue S.
Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation
https://mnhoovedanimalrescue.org/
Since 1994, the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation in Zimmerman, Minnesota, has been rescuing, rehabilitating, retraining and re-homing horses and other animals in distress.
Suggested by Phyllis R.
Skydog Sanctuary
https://www.skydogranch.org/
Suggested by Pamela L. & Jennifer C. "They rescue mustangs and burros from BLM “kill pens”. This rescue is awesome. They rescue wild horses and give them back their freedom on Sanctuary property. They will try to reunite family groups and go above and beyond for these horses that haven’t had the best life."
Kaimanawa Heritage Horse
https://kaimanawaheritagehorses.org/
Welfare Society for Kaimanawa Heritage Horses of NZ. Kaimanawa horse muster rehoming and welfare work.
Suggested by Tiny Pony Newton. “Saving the wild Kaimanawa horses of NZ.”
Stable Spirit
https://stable-spirit.org/
A Nonprofit Organization which provides EAGALA Sessions, Hippotherapy Sessions - partnered with Kids Therapy SET, and Therapeutic Riding. Stable-Spirit is a Volunteer based organization.
Suggested by Katie D. , Cathy G., Michall B.,
& Lori C. "Doing great work in the lives of so many each and every week!"
This Old Horse
A nonprofit organization whose mission is to support and serve horses while they continue to serve as ambassadors to the positive effect of "horse power" in the lives of people.
Suggested by Shoshana E. "A great horse rescue worthy of any donation."
Kentucky Equine Adoption Center
The Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KyEAC) is the largest all-breed equine rescue in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Nestled on 72 acres in the rolling hills of Jessamine County, KyEAC is the home and training ground for approximately 50 equines at all stages of rehabilitation and retraining.
Suggested by Liz C.
Bagaduce River Equine Rescue
https://bagaduceriverequinerescue.weebly.com/
Saving horses and donkeys in need and providing a safe place to rehabilitate and preparing them for the first day of the rest of their life.
Suggested by Abigail B. "A very deserving organization."
Morgan Safenet
The Morgan Safenet Foundation's (MSN) mission is to promote the Morgan horse breed and help to prevent the need for rescue.
Suggested by Mary F. "Great rescue organization."
Redemption Road Rescue
https://redemptionroadrescue.com/
Redemption Road Rescue was founded in 2009 as an organization to help horses and horse owners in need. We accept surrendered animals, and we work side by side with local authorities on animal cruelty cases and seizures. Our ultimate goal is to rescue horses until rescue is no longer needed.
Suggested by Nancy L.
Pony Tales
Pony Tales Refuge is a full circle of life open-door shelter which means we will take in any horse regardless of age, breed, training, background or behavior.
Suggested by MJ W.
Zedan Place
https://www.zedanranch.de/info_EN.php
A non-profit in Italy. Their mission is to rescue horses, especially elderly ones who have been victims of neglect, abuse or mistreatment.
Suggested by Jj Z.
The Nokota Horse Conservancy
The Nokota Horse Conservancy exists to ensure the survival of the historically significant and endangered Nokota breed. Our mission is to continue the breeding program to preserve and protect their genetics and to engage in educational outreach that advances an appreciation of the importance of the Nokota horse and the need to sustain their existence for future generations.
Suggested by Weyshawn D.
Saddlebred Rescue
https://www.saddlebredrescue.com/
It is the mission of Saddlebred Rescue, Inc. (SBR) to educate the public on concerns facing the Saddleseat breeds and save the unwanted horses from slaughter and return them to useful, productive lives.
Suggested by Gale M. "They pull horses from auctions & dire situations to save, rehabilitate and re-home!"
Detroit Horse Power
https://www.detroithorsepower.org/
Detroit Horse Power is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2015 by former Detroit elementary school teacher, David Silver. We teach urban youth to ride and care for horses as a way to develop critical skills that will set them up for future success.
Suggested by Joyce M. "Amazing organization linking low income kids with riding and their PERCS social emotional curriculum!"
Amplify Horse Racing
https://amplifyhorseracing.org/
Amplify Horse Racing is a 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to ‘amplifying’ Thoroughbred industry education, mentorship and career opportunities. Amplify welcomes newcomers, enhances existing educational initiatives, and promotes collaboration to create new resources that will lead us into the future.
Suggested by Annise M.
Kentucky Equine Education Project
https://thekeepfoundation.org/
The mission of the Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), established in 2014, is to support the economic success of Kentucky’s signature industry by ensuring its continued economic viability, making the industry accessible for all who want to participate, introducing more young people to the industry and its opportunities, and educating the people of the Commonwealth about the importance of horses to the state, its economy, its heritage, and its people.
Suggested by Annise M.
Fundacja Centaurus
https://www.angels2animals.com/
From the very beginning, our priority was helping animals, especially horses. However, with an increase of our awareness and growing opportunities we started getting involved in ecology promotion and protection of natural heritage in Poland and all over the world.
Suggested on Instagram. "A Poland based non-profit, they rescue horses from slaughter! They've saved over a thousand horses already, many of them were abused, neglected, had health problems or were just unwanted 💔 They are doing a great job saving lifes, please consider donating! 😊"
Riding for the Disabled Association
At Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), our horses benefit the lives of over 25,000 disabled children and adults. With fun activities like riding and carriage driving, we provide therapy, fitness, skills development and opportunities for achievement – all supported by 18,000 amazing volunteers and qualified coaches at nearly 500 RDA centres all over the UK.
Suggested on Instagram.
Horse Play Rescue and Sanctuary
Horse Play is a Rhode Island based 501(c)3 non-profit Horse Rescue and Sanctuary that provides rescue, rehabilitation, sanctuary and adoption for abused, neglected, unwanted, and/or slaughter bound horses.
Suggested by: Gale M.
Newfoundland Pony Conservancy Center
https://www.newfoundlandponies.org/
A 501c3 non-profit, conserving the critically endangered Newfoundland Pony. A network of foster farms, we offer education, mentoring, community outreach, sanctuary, breeding, & equine assisted services.
Suggested by Belen H.
Regional Fox Trotting Horse Foundation
http://www.rfthfoundation.org/
A 501c(3) charity foundation dedicating to supporting the future of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse.
Suggested by Chastity Y.
Animal Welfare Foundation e.V. (AWF)
https://www.animal-welfare-foundation.org
A non-profit, independent, international animal welfare organisation. The board members as well as the team have been engaged in animal protection for many years.
