 Horse Welfare grants are awarded for programs that foster horse health and wellfare, including horse rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, foster care and retirement programs. Equine ambulance services as well as veterinary education and research are also eligible for funding. Photo courtesy of H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut. |
Public welfare grants are awarded for programs involving horses that serve the public, including horsemanship programs, therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities for individuals with physical, emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities, life-threatening or other serious illnesses, and underserved, economically-disadvantaged and "at-risk" youth across the United States. Photo courtesy of Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic Riding Center.  |
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Sport welfare grants are awarded to promote the sport, including funding for scholarships, awards, land conservation, youth programs, and public education programs. EQUUS grants also provide relief to equestrians suffering from life threatening illness, catastrophic accidents or injuries. Photo of U.S. Show Jumping Team - Will Simpson, Laura Kraut, Beezie Madden, and McLain Ward - winning the gold medal at the 2008 Olympic Games courtesy of Susan J. Stickle. |