The Homes for Horses Coalition, which represents 250 equine rescues and sanctuaries across the United States, asks anyone who has an interest in helping horses to join the action at a local horse rescue facility during the 24th annual Make A Difference Day, the nation’s largest day of community service. Initiated in 1990, this national day encourages Americans to devote time and talent to helping others by doing volunteer work in the community. On this day, millions of citizens participate in community improvement projects of almost every sort including building, painting, repairing and clean-up.
The Homes for Horses Coalition encourages Americans to make a commitment to helping a horse rescue organization for just one day. “These rescues are so often in need of help with short-term labor intensive projects,” says Cindy Gendron, the Coordinator of the Coalition. “A committed group working hard for one day can make a huge difference by completing necessary projects, such as, fence repair, building shelters to protect horses from the elements, or putting up hay for the winter.”
What people do doesn’t matter. What matters is that they participate. For those that can’t do physical labor, they can help by checking out a groups wish list and shopping for needed items. One way to find horse rescues in a particular area is to go to the Homes for Horses Coalition website www.homesforhorses.org and click on the member page where you will find contact information for rescues listed by state.
Always contact a rescue prior to visiting, so they can be prepared to put your efforts to good use, and always pre-arrange dropping off donations. Most of these organizations have regular volunteer programs, and one day of service may lead to many more fulfilling days of volunteering. Go out and make a difference for horses on Make a Difference Day!
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What a nice way to make American aware of the hard work the "Homes for Horses Coalition" does to help the horses. Big Thank You are coming your way for me and my little herd. Also rescues like "Dream Catchers", and all the individual people who work on their own, time and money to rescue and help horses and ponies.
Thank you....you will get Gold Stars behind your name in Heaven.
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Sounds like a great idea.
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I was surprised that DreamCatchers in CO was not a listed member!! I sent the link to Julie to apply.... great organization to be a part of!!
Sounds amazing!
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What a great message...one that may not be heard in the hustle and bustle of our task filled lives. This puts a good perspective on an entire group in need. Even though make a difference day has passed (and I hope some readers got out there yesterday)...everyday is another opportunity to make a difference at a shelter. See you there!!