Grants for Equine Hardship Cases
Grants for equine hardship situations are available only to nonprofit 501(c) 3 charitable organizations or official animal control agencies, not individuals requesting help with horses. An individual who cannot afford to care for her horses should contact a local equine rescue or humane society to see if the animals may be relinquished before the hardship results in neglect and the owner could face criminal charges.
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ASPCA Equine Fund
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As of August 2011, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA's) Equine Fund provides grants in amounts ranging from $500 to $4,000, but funds cannot exceed 10 percent of a group's yearly operating budget. Grants are awarded to organizations "whose focus and expertise is concentrated on reducing the suffering of equines who have lost their homes or been cruelly treated." The ASPCA provides funding for large-scale equine cruelty seizures consisting of 12 horses or more. The applicant must supply law enforcement verificiation of the seizure. Non-profit organizations receiving 501(c) 3 status within the previous five years may be eligible for emergency feed support grants as long as the ASPCA deems the organization is engaged in best practices for its fundraising.
State Programs
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Equine welfare organizations may approach their state horse council for funding. Many horse councils provide grant money for local horses in need, receiving donations from its own membership and the American Horse Council. The ASPCA also provides grants for regional or local equine outreach programs, including vouchers for veterinary care, hay provision, euthanasia, vaccination and gelding clinics. Equine welfare organizations may contact these local groups for specified ASPCA funding, not the ASPCA directly.
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Ex-Racehorses
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Certain grants are available only to specific breeds or types of horses, and organizations aiding the retraining and rehabilitation of former thoroughbred racehorses are among the most numerous of breed-specific equine charities. Thoroughbred Charities of America provides funding for organizations working toward its mission goals, which are providing good lives for thoroughbreds, especially after their racing careers are over. Eligible organizations must support rescue, retirement and research of thoroughbreds. Only established rehabilitation, retirement or adoption programs may apply for funding, not start-ups.
Horse Charities of America
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Horse Charities of America, which also does business under the name The Equus Foundation, provides funding for nonprofit organizations promoting various equine activities, including horse rescue, retirement and rehabilitation. Eligible organizations may apply for funds for feed and hay, veterinary and farrier care, supplements, equipment and supplies. Certain capital improvement requests may also be eligible for grants.
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