BEWF Grant Recipients

BEWF's 2024 Grant Recipients

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:51:34 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2024 Grant Recipients

Fifteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2024.

Bright Future's Farm, PA

Brook Hill Retirement Center, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, OH

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, CO

Days End Farm, MD

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, FL

Exceller Fund, KY

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, CA

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, IL

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center, KY

Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals, ME

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, CT

ReRun, NY

Square Peg Foundation, CA

ONE SUCCESS STORY

ReRun with "Unique Unions" and "Tuesday's Child"

One of our 2024 grant recipients includes ReRun (NY), specializing in the adoption and re-homing of off-the-track-Thoroughbreds. One of the horses assisted by ReRun is Unique Unions , a winner of over $260K who is now going on cattle drives with his adopter in Colorado.

As well, Tuesday's Child competed at the 2024 Retired Racehorse Project in Lexington, Kentucky. This is a showcase of trainers and owners who have re-trained their off-the-track Thoroughbreds to excel in disciplines that include jumping, dressage, western, ranch, and competitive trail.

"Unique Unions"

"Tuesday's Child"

BEWF's 2023 Grant Recipients

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 19:51:21 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2023 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2023.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, PA

Exceller Fund, KY

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, CA

ReRun, NY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center,VA

Days End Farm, PA

Duchess Sanctuary, OR

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, FL

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, IL

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center, KY

Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals, ME

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, CT

Square Peg Foundation, CA

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary (HTFAS) and "Nomad"

Accredited by Global Foundation for Animal Sanctuaries and Standardbred Transition Alliance, Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary (HTFAS) rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes criminally abused, neglected, and abandoned farm animals. One horse that has felt the impact of the BEWF grant is Nomad. This handsome 25-year-old Quarter Horse somehow found himself at an auction. Alone and blind. The team at HTFAS saw his gentle spirit and kind demeanor immediately, along with his pressing need for medical care. Nomad received that much needed Veterinary care which restored him to feeling healthy and confident. The best part? He found a perfect family to call his own! He is living the dream of morning smooches, afternoon grazing, and a safe and comfortable stall, along with companionship of another horse previously adopted from HTFAS. Most importantly, Nomad is feeling the love he always deserved. HTFAS states, “A huge thank you to each and every supporter who made Nomad's dream of belonging a reality. There is no way that we at HTFAS could rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses in need without the support of the community, and for that we are eternally grateful to BEWF for the generous support shown to all the equines in our care.” Brennan Equine Welfare Fund is pleased to partner with HTFAS, and gives thanks to all donors who made this, and all 2023 grants, possible.

"Nomad" at Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary (Before and After)

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary (HTFAS)

5623 New Milford Rd Ravenna, OH 44266

office@happytrailsfarm.org

330.296.5914 office / 330.577.5701 fax

BEWF's 2022 Grant Recipients

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 13:38:38 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2022 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2022.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Glen Ellen, CA

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, Palm City, FL

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Ravenna, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, Maple Park, IL

Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals, Windham, ME

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Salem, CT

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA) and "Govie"

Brennan Equine Welfare is also pleased to partner with multiple-grantee Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA), a Thoroughbred-focused rehabilitation and retirement facility founded by former Racetrack Steward, Pam Berg, who also serves as President. Now in their 27th year and Accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA), GEVA’s mission is to provide horses with an alternative to needless euthanasia, inhumane slaughter, abuse, or neglect. GEVA is also Accredited by the Global Foundation for Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS).

Nestled near the vineyards in Northern California, approximately 30 Thoroughbreds call GEVA their forever home. While a second career after their racing career is over is the preferred trajectory for Thoroughbreds, sometimes previous injuries prohibit this. GEVA provides retirement for such horses. A 2022 grant from BEWF has provided funding for daily operating costs including feed, veterinary and farrier expenses.

Among the horses benefiting are Governor Elect, also known as “Govie”, at left, now 31 years old. Bred in California, Govie ran 55 races, giving him the title of War Horse. When Govie arrived at GEVA in 1999, it was noticed that he had an ankle that was without cartilage, but, over time, his ankle has fused, and he has lived a very active and comfortable life while retired at GEVA. Pam Berg states, “GEVA is so very grateful for all the years of support we’ve received from BEWF for the horses.” Brennan Equine Welfare is pleased to partner with GEVA, and gives thanks to all donors who made this, and all 2022 grants, possible.

"Govie" at Glen Ellen Vocational Academy

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA)

GEVA inc.

P.O. Box 2101, Glen Ellen, CA 95442

Phone: (707) 527-8092; Email: gef@vom.com

BEWF's 2021 Grant Recipients

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 18:20:40 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2021 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2021.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Glen Ellen, CA

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, O

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, Palm City, FL

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Ravenna, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, Maple Park, IL

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

New England Equine Rescue, West Newbury, MA

A pledge of funding has also been made to Thoroughbred-focused " Our Mims Retirement Haven " in Paris, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement's "No Hoof; No Horse Fund"

Brennan Equine Welfare is also pleased to partner with Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement Inc., who was awarded a grant for Farrier care.

Mitchell Farm is a safe and comfortable retirement alternative for aged and infirm horses to live out their lives and also offers educational opportunities on equine welfare and management. Being doubly accredited by both the Global Foundation for Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) and Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA), all equines are assured top care.

Founder/Executive Director Dee Doolittle states, “Our great thanks to the Brennan Equine Welfare Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation for a grant, funding in part, the Mitchell Farm 2021 ‘N o Hoof; No Horse Fund '! The hoof is the all-important foundation that the horse stands on. Hooves absorb the concussive impact with every step of their 1000 plus lb. frame , so t aking good care of the hooves goes a long way to good health and quality of life. Farrier visits are essential for comfort and quality of life for the aged horses retired to Mitchell Farm. Each horse is seen by our farrier every six weeks for a simple trim or shoes if required for comfort or pasture soundness.”

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc.

300 East Haddam Road (Route 82)

Salem, CT 06420

Phone: (860) 303-8705

BEWF's 2020 Grant Recipients

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 19:02:24 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2020 Grant Recipients

Twelve exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2020.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Glen Ellen, CA

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, Palm City, FL

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Ravenna, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, Maple Park, IL

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center, Nicholasville, KY

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Salem, CT

ONE SUCCESS STORY

The Exceller Fund and Four Retired Thoroughbred Broodmares: Regal Charm , Flawless One , Marge's Bid , and Linda's Paradiso

Awarded a grant in 2020 was The Exceller Fund (TEF), a Thoroughbred-focused organization that was established in 1997. Accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA), their mission is to provide a future for Thoroughbreds once their racing careers have ended.

A 2020 grant from Brennan Equine Welfare Fund has provided funding for four retired broodmares under TEF's Golden Years Program : Regal Charm , Flawless One , Marge's Bid , and Linda's Paradiso (at righ t ). After her racing career with multiple owners an d trainers ended ( and her career as a broodmare also ended ) , Linda's Paradiso was facing the very real possibility of heading to a livestock auction where her fate could not be guaranteed. However, a sticker found on her registration papers, placed there by a previous trainer, indicated that if the mare ever needed a soft place to land, that he would be there to help her find a home. Because of this accountability, Linda's Paradiso will live out the rest of her life with her other retired broodmare herd-mates.

Despite being in their 20's, the four retired broodmares at The Exceller Fund all remain in good health, but they do require supplemental feeding, supplements, and specialized veterinary and farrier care. Brennan Equine Welfare is pleased to partner with The Exceller Fund, and we give thanks to all donors who made this, and all 2020 grants, possible.

"Linda's Paradiso" at The Exceller Fund

P. O. Box 4237, Lexington, KY 40544

BEWF's 2019 Grant Recipients

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 21:04:52 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2019 Grant Recipients

Twelve exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2019.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Glen Ellen, CA

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Days End Farm, Woodbine, MD

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Illinois Equine Humane Center, Maple Park, IL

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Salem, CT

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Days End Farm Horse Rescue and “Dobbin's Dapper Drummer”

Awarded a grant in 2019 was Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR). In 2018, a horse named Dobbin's Dapper Drummer was seized along with four other horses in West Virginia after they were found neglected and malnourished. DEFHR transported these five to their facility in Maryland where they received immediate critical and rehabilitative care.

During Dobbin's recovery it became clear that he was a calm, personable gelding who enjoyed being with people. He was evaluated and trained, and was adopted in April to be a therapy horse for Trails of Purpose , a unique Certified Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) Center that helps veterans overcome trauma through the partnership of horses and humans.

We at BEWF are so honored to assist in rehabilitative care for horses like Dobbin at DEFHR, but also know that through our work, other organizations collaborate to not only give such horses a new start, but also are keen to utilize their ability to heal humans, just as humans had to heal Dobbin.

Days End Farm Horse Rescue and “Dobbin's Dapper Drummer”

Days End Horse Farm Rescue, Inc.

Location: 1372 Woodbine Road, Woodbine, MD 21797

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 309, Lisbon, MD 21765

Phone: (301) 854-5037; Email: info@defhr.org

BEWF's 2018 Grant Recipients

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 21:36:14 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2018 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2018.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Friends of Ferdinand, Indianapolis, IN

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Days End Farm, Woodbine, MD

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA), Glen Ellen, CA

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Ravenna, OH

Illinois Equine Humane Center, Maple Park, IL

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Speak Up For Horses, Falmouth, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy and “Govie”

Among the horses assisted by our 2018 grants is Governor Elect (" Govie "), a 27-year old Thoroughbred Gelding, who was rescued by Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA).

Racing from 1994-1999, Govie won close to $200k, starting out in high-earning races (winning a total of 19), then dropping to lower-earning races as he aged. He was eventually run only in claiming races, where the horse could be bought and switched to another trainer. Govie had to be retired due to a career-ending injury and a previous trainer intervened when he learned that he was to be retired. He contacted GEVA who agreed to take him. Govie arrived with an injured fetlock that caused him so much pain that he had a cantankerous personality.

Under the expert care of GEVA, attention to his rehabilitation was taken and with no training or racing anymore, his fetlock began to heal. And with that came a different horse…one who was more comfortable and proved he had a gentle soul. Govie is very talkative, especially if he thinks there might be some food to be had, and at dinner time, he frolics and cavorts like a young horse.

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy and “Govie”

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA)

GEVA inc.

P.O. Box 2101, Glen Ellen, CA 95442

Phone: (707) 527-8092; Email: gef@vom.com

BEWF's 2017 Grant Recipients

Sun, 31 Dec 2017 22:00:55 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2017 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2017.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

CANTER Colorado

CANTER Kentucky

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Friends of Ferdinand, Indianapolis, IN

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Sonoma Valley, CA

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Longmont, CO

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Days End Farm, Woodbine, MD

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Rerun, Inc. and “Lead Singer”

Multiple-grantee, ReRun Inc., was granted funding to provide assistance with equine rehabilitation and adoption at their New York facility. One graduate of their program was Lead Singer , a striking gray Thoroughbred gelding who ran 23 times with winnings of over $150,000.

Singer was so highly regarded by his owner that when it was time for him to retire from racing, he was tried as a lead pony, accompanying racehorses to the track and to the starting gate. Because of arthritic changes, he was unable to withstand the rigors of that job, which entailed actual daily ride distances of five miles. Realizing rehabilitation and re-training for a second career was in Singer's best interest, he was entrusted to ReRun.

Using funding from a BEWF grant in 2016, he was treated for ulcers and placed on a high protein, high fat diet to facilitate increased muscle mass and weight gain. Special farrier work and shoes complemented his new future, and various therapies helped counteract general wear and tear from his racing days.

After making an appearance at the Hampton Classic as a breed ambassador, he was adopted by a prior ReRun adopter who understood Singer's needs and limitations which included no jumping. We are thrilled to announce that Lead Singer has made a very successful transition into his new life and career as a trail horse with a lifetime supply of his favorite treat: sweet potatoes! This year's grant will help other retired Thoroughbreds at ReRun that are transitioning to their second career after their race days.

ReRun, Inc. and “Lead Singer”

ReRun, Inc.

236A Waters Road

East Greenbush, NY 12061

BEWF's 2016 Grant Recipients

Sat, 31 Dec 2016 22:29:05 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2016 Grant Recipients

Thirteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2016.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

CANTER Kentucky

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Friends of Ferdinand, Indianapolis, IN

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Sonoma Valley, CA

ReRun Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Longmont, CO

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Woodbine, MD

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Peaceful Acres Horses, Pattersonville, NY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Duchess Sanctuary and “Birdie” and “Dorita”

Duchess Sanctuary was awarded a grant to assist with the care of two horses, Birdie and Dorita , two mares who were seized by authorities due to neglect. They arrived at Duchess Sanctuary severely emaciated, with overgrown hooves and a painful skin condition called rain rot which produced oozing sores. Duchess Sanctuary began a re-feeding program for the mares and had them wormed and vaccinated. They had therapeutic baths to treat the rain rot, had their teeth floated and their hooves trimmed. Once rehabilitated, they were turned out with a herd of other horses, even though they remain close to each other. An update from Jennifer Kunz, Director of Operations at Duchess Sanctuary:

"What a difference a year can make! It's been just over a year since mares Birdie and Dorita arrived at the sanctuary. Rescued with our local Animal Control, they were in deplorable condition. Both covered in rain rot, full of parasites, and desperately lacking any evidence of real food or care for months. Birdie in particular was seriously underweight, and her bony frame was even further compromised by oozing, painful sores from the rain rot. She had sore feet and had recently blown an abscess in one hoof, and was miserable in body and spirit. One year later, and their transformations have been extraordinary. Thanks to good feed, veterinary, farrier, and chiropractic care, parasite control, and a huge effort by the whole team of staff and volunteers, both mares are thriving. Many weeks of rehab returned them to good health. As the days passed, we watched the stress and worry melt away from their expressions as they came to understand they'd never go hungry or be neglected again. Dorita made friends in our "Misfit" herd this fall and spends her days eating and relaxing in a small winter pasture designated for that herd. After the summer and part of the fall on pasture, Birdie has moved into the barn for the winter, she loves her roomy, dry stall with all of the alfalfa mush she can eat. She also loves playing in the round pen, and thoroughly enjoyed rolling in the snow a few days ago."

Duchess Sanctuary and “Birdie” and “Dorita”

Duchess Sanctuary

1515 Shady Oaks Ln, Oakland, OR 97462

Phone: (541) 459-9914

Email: jkunz@fundforanimals.org

BEWF's 2015 Grant Recipients

Thu, 31 Dec 2015 23:09:15 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2015 Grant Recipients

Fifteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2015.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

CANTER Kentucky

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Friends of Ferdinand, Indianapolis, IN

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Sonoma Valley, CA

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Thoroughbred Athletes, Guthrie, OK

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Woodbine, MD

Duchess Sanctuary, Oakland, OR

Heaven Can Wait Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, San Miguel, CA

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Longhopes Donkey Shelter, Bennett, CO

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc., Salem, KY

Speak Up For Horses, Falmouth, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Friends of Ferdinand and “Malcolm”

Friends of Ferdinand’s (FFI) grant benefited Malcolm , a young Thoroughbred gelding who, despite a myriad of injuries and ailments, is blossoming under their care. FFI took him in after he was discovered abandoned at an auction house in Indiana in late 2014. Frightened and unstable, Malcolm had a body score of 2-2.5 (on a scale of 1-9), evidence of a previous broken pelvic wing, an infection in his right fetlock, a respiratory illness, and an inability to right himself without human assistance due to severe muscular atrophy. FFI and their veterinarian doubted Malcolm would bounce back, but through dedication, perseverance and Malcolm’s will, Malcolm has now gained over 450 pounds, re-built muscle through electro-magnetic stimulation, and has graduated to full pasture turnout where he has learned his limitations but, nonetheless, is fully intent on pestering his pasture-mate.

Marla was Malcolm's foster mom during his rehabilitation and she said, "Malcolm was a great joy to have on our farm. For a horse with a broken pelvis, foot infection, lung problems, and being nothing but skin over bones, his rehabilitation was nothing short of amazing. He looks wonderful now and I am so glad he was adopted! He would do this running thing once a day (click the button below to see the video from May 2015). I guess you can take the horse out of the race, but you can't take the race out of the horse."

Friends of Ferdinand and “Malcolm”

(Malcolm, Before and After)

Friends of Ferdinand, Inc.

P.O. Box 262, Mooresville, IN 46158

Email: contact@friendsofferdinand.com

BEWF's 2014 Grant Recipients

Wed, 31 Dec 2014 09:16:13 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2014 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2014.

Thoroughbred-focused grant recipients include:

CANTER Kentucky

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Friends of Ferdinand, Indianapolis, IN

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Sonoma Valley, CA

ReRun Inc., East Greenbush, NY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

Non-breed-specific grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA
Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship, Cincinnati, OH

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center (CTRC), Longmont, CO

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Woodbine, MD

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc., Salem, KY

Standardbred Retirement Foundation, Millstone, NJ

"Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines" in Pottstown, PA was issued a pledge for a future project

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KyEAC) and “Veronica” and “Rhythm and Grace”

Picture a large field in Kentucky with an abandoned and neglected herd of 40+ Thoroughbred horses. Emaciated and weak, one mare and her newly born filly foal barely existed. Once authorities stepped in and contacts to rescue professionals were made, BEWF Grantee Kentucky Equine Humane Center (KyEHC) took the mare and foal, along with 4 other horses in the same herd.

BEWF Founder, Linda Pavey, visited KyEHC shortly after their arrival, armed with bags of grain and fly masks to donate to the new arrivals. On intake, the mare, named by the center as Veronica, was a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 1 (on a scale of 1-9). Her days' old foal was also in a compromised situation as Veronica was not producing enough milk and was also not able to pass along beneficial antibodies. Supplemental intravenous plasma had to be administered to the foal to compensate. A special re-feeding program for Veronica was implemented to allow her internal organs and digestive system to acclimate to nutrition once again.

We are happy that after one month at KyEHC, both mare are foal have increased energy, are on a regular feeding schedule, and continue to gain weight and muscle. A Facebook contest was held to help name Veronica's (registered name, Jazz Combo) little filly foal. The winning name was chosen: "Rhythm and Grace". As you can tell by the current photo on the right, this little one certainly has both!

(Photo of the jumping Rhythm and Grace courtesy of V. Madelung.)

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KyEAC) and “Veronica” and “Rhythm and Grace”

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KyEAC)

1713 Catnip Hill Rd. (P.O. Box 910124)

Nicholasville, KY 40356

Phone: (859) 881-5849; Email: info@kyeac.org

BEWF's 2013 Grant Recipients

Tue, 31 Dec 2013 09:59:13 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2013 Grant Recipients

Fourteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2013.

Grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Woodbine, MD

Kentucky Equine Humane Center, Nicholasville, KY

Rainhill Equine Facility, Bowling Green, KY
Ryerss’ Home For Aged Equines, Pottstown, PA
Speak Up For Horses, Falmouth, KY

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY
The Standardbred Retirement Foundation, Millstone, NJ

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Bright Futures Farm and “Markie”

You surely remember the great Triple Crown Winner, Secretariat, perhaps one of the greatest and best-loved of all the Thoroughbred race horses. Well, let me introduce you to Fast Market (also known as “Markie”), who is the last known son of Secretariat to have raced.

Now 28 years old, Markie is sponsored in his retirement through a grant by Brennan Equine Welfare Fund at Bright Futures Farm in Cochranton, Pennsylvania.

During his racing career, Markie won over a quarter million dollars in his career in Canada and the U.S., and his most notable victory was a win in the Grade II Puss-N-Boots Stakes in Canada. The New York Post magazine did a four-page feature story on Markie in December of 1996, the day of his last race. Markie was also a “guest” at the local premiere of “Secretariat: The Movie”.

His resemblance to Secretariat is amazing. His favorite thing to do is hang out with his buddy, Arturo. He also likes to entertain himself by pulling the tails of the other horses in the pasture.

Sponsorship allows Markie to be supported with hay, grain, farrier, and medical needs. Through your kind donation, Markie and horses like him are able to be cared for with expert care for the horses’ lifetime through grant funding from Brennan Equine Welfare Fund.

Bright Futures Farm and “Markie”

Bright Futures Farm

238 Old Franklin Pike Rd, Cochranton, PA 16314

Phone: (724) 496-4960

Email: brightfuturesfarm@gmail.com

BEWF's 2012 Grant Recipients

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 10:22:28 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2012 Grant Recipients

Thirteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2012.

Grant recipients include:

Bright Future’s Farm, Cochranton, PA

Brook Hill Retirement Center, Forest, VA

Circle P Sanctuary, Inc., Marengo, OH

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Longmont, CO

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Woodbine, MD

Equine Encore Foundation, Tucson, AZ

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc., Salem, KY

Rainhill Equine Facility, Bowling Green, KY

ReRun Inc., East Greenbush, NY

Speak Up for Horses Inc., Falmouth, KY

Standardbred Retirement Foundation Inc., Millstone, NJ

The Exceller Fund, Lexington, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc.

Mitchell Farm is a multiple BEWF grantee. They provide a safe and comfortable retirement for aged and infirm horses to live out their lives and they offer educational opportunities on senior horse care and management.

Mitchell Farm currently cares for 24 retired horses (with over 70 horses on the waiting list) and assures that each retiree is indeed “retired” and never to be ridden or worked again. All horses have a stall to return to in the evening or during bad weather, but they spend as much time as possible grazing in pastures in the beautiful Salem Valley.

Mitchell Farm is fully accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries and by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and represents the kind of well-run, outstanding organizations that are awarded BEWF grants.

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc.

300 East Haddam Road (Rt. 82)

Salem, CT 06420

Phone: (860) 303-8705

Email: dee@mitchellfarm.org

BEWF's 2011 Grant Recipients

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 10:53:36 GMT

Announcing Brennan Equine Welfare Fund's

2011 Grant Recipients

Thirteen exceptional equine rescue, rehabilitation, retirement, retraining and/or placement facilities across the USA have been awarded grants in 2011.

Grant recipients include:

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Longmont, CO

Days End Farm Horse Rescue, Inc., Woodbine, MD

Final Furlong, Inc., Ocala, FL

Friends of Ferdinand Indiana, Inc., Indianapolis, IN

Golden Carrot, Anza, CA

Heaven Can Wait, San Miguel, CA

Racer Placers. Inc., Jefferson, WI

Rainhill Equine Facility, Bowling Green, KY

ReRun, Inc., East Greenbush, NY

Speak Up for Horses, Inc., Falmouth, KY

ONE SUCCESS STORY

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc., Carol Heiden and “Shane”

We were so happy to receive this letter from Sandy at the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center and thought we'd share it for 2011's success story:

"I wanted to take a moment to share with you a little bit about my dear friend Shane. Shane is a beautiful 31-year old black Quarter Horse. He has been working at the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center (CTRC) for 4 years as a therapeutic horse for riders with special needs. He also worked as a camp horse for our Integrated Special Needs Summer Camp.

At CTRC our horses are, clearly, the heart of our therapeutic program. They do not only provide the therapeutic movement that is critical to our riders' clinical progress, they provide the unconditional acceptance and bond with our riders that often becomes the motivating catalyst for every area of our riders' lives. Shane is no different. Over his four years of service Shane continually helped young riders with a vast array of special needs reach beyond the constraints of their special needs. He was exceptional - dependable, accepting, patient, calm - in his role as a therapy horse and he was well loved.

Everyone whose life has been touched by this wonderful horse - be it riders, volunteers or staff - has been moved by his beauty, hard work, unconditional acceptance and unlimited heart. In the Fall of 2010, it was determined that Shane needed to be retired. His heart was still very willing, but his age was catching up to him. It was a sad day at CTRC when Shane gave his last therapy ride. However, that day opened a new, and well deserved, chapter for Shane. That day marked Shane's retirement and his official move into CTRC's Retired Horse Sanctuary Program (RHS). And simply put, Shane has been living the "life of Reilly" in RHS. He enjoys hours of leisure in lush turnout with his wonderful friends - the other retired horses - with whom he is he is quite playful - tug of war with a feed pan is one of his favorite games. He receives the best care, including massages by the students of a local equine massage school and special treats and love from his Barn Buddy - that's me!

I had the honor of being Shane's Barn Buddy volunteer during his days of providing these noble therapy services and I am fortunate to continue being his Barn Buddy in his well-deserved retirement. Shane has a very gentle and loving spirit, he is quiet in nature. We cherish our time together; he even enjoys his grooming time as much as I do. His favorite part is having his eyes and forehead gently cleaned and as I finish grooming I give him a special hug and as my reward he lowers his head over my shoulder to give me a special hug. He is very happy being part of the CTRC herd and he knows he is cherished.

All of us at CTRC give our deepest THANKS to you and the Brennan Equine Welfare Fund for your support and for helping to ensure that Shane and his well deserving band of silly, wonderful retired therapy horses are able to live out their lives in a safe, comfortable and familiar environment, surrounded by individuals who are dedicated to their care and well being."

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.,

Carol Heiden and “Shane”

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.

11968 Mineral Road

Longmont, CO 80504

Phone: (303) 652-9131

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