Resources for Horses

National Assistance Programs: only 501(c)(3) organizations and government agencies can apply
After the Finish Line	Provides grants and emergency funds to qualified Thoroughbred rescue and retirement organizations located throughout the United States.

ASPCA	Reach resource information via the “Grants” link. Disaster recovery, emergency care and supplies for large-scale seizures. Equine Fund grants for 501(c)(3) equine rescues, shelters and animal control agencies caring for equine victims of cruelty and abandonment. General grant amount range is $500-3,000. A small percent of grants will be awarded for professional improvement of equine rescues.

MSPCA	The MSPCA Emergency Equine Relief Program serves as a resource for those who need short term help feeding or caring for their horses. The Program can also assist owners who are facing end of life care for their horses and need assistance with humane euthanasia.

The Binky Foundation	Start-up costs and habitat expansion costs.

The Brennan Equine Welfare Fund	Assists equine rescue shelters across the country that provide dignity to aged, injured, abused, starved and slaughter-bound horses, as well as those used in medical experimentation.

The Equus Foundation	Raises public awareness in the value of horses through education and awards of grants to charities that illustrate the benefit of horses and promote equine welfare.

The Petfinder Foundation	Emergency equipment and supplies during disasters.

Thoroughbred Charities of America	Offers equine grants for Thoroughbred rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, adoption, retirement and euthanasia.

United Horse Coalition	Equine welfare resources

Assistance Programs by State: available to individuals

Alaska

Alaska Equine Rescue

Hay, grain, veterinary and farrier services.

Arizona

Arizona Coalition for Equines

Has funds available for feed, hay and end of life needs of equine in Arizona.

Arizona

Equine Voices Rescue and Sanctuary

Humane euthanasia. Also offers The Nick Legacy Fund which raises funds for medical care.

California

Equine Assistance Project

Short term assistance with hay, board, farrier and vet care for owners facing financial hardship. Also offer re-homing services. May be able to help outside of California.

California

Sonoma Action For Equine Rescue (SAFER)

Operates as a resource to help rehome displaced horses

Colorado

Colorado Horse Rescue

Pays part of the cost for such things as hay, feed, farrier work, dental care, vaccinations, or minor veterinary incidents up to $250.

Colorado

Front Range Equine Rescue

Humane euthanasia, disaster evacuation and gelding assistance.

Georgia

South Eastern Equine Rescue

Provides education, assistance and rescue within the equine community