Get Involved
Transform lives—human and equine—by joining our mission. At A Hero and a Horse, we rely on the support of individuals like you to create a lasting impact. Whether you’re donating, volunteering, or spreading the word, your involvement makes all the difference.
Feed Costs
It costs about $25 a DAY to feed one rescue draft and monthly cost is roughly $1000 per draft...not including operating expenses.
Rescue
Each draft rescue effort costs about $5000. Despite increased awareness, nearly 20,000 U.S. horses are still shipped to slaughter every year.
Training
It costs roughly $4000 for a draft to finish equine therapy training. Thousands more are spent on training the humans.
Therapy
The average cost of an equine therapy session is $125 and as much as $300 for adaptive services.
Let's Do This
Here are some ways you can donate:
Current Needs
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Unending need for feed, particularly orchard/alfalfa
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GutX and OrthoFleX Supplement
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Feed-through fly control
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Fly Predators and fly trap bags
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LAND. We have outgrown our current space and looking for 5 or more acres within a 20 min drive of 32259. Lease or purchase.
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Draft-sized driving harness (single or double)
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Draft sized cart/buggy
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Lightweight water resistant turnout blanket 86-90"
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Saddle pad
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Hoof conditioner (any brand)
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Leather conditioner (any brand)
Over the Phone
It's easy to donate offline too.
Tel: 630-888-5985
Current Monthly Expenses
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Open Range Hay: $650
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Supplements: $200
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Hoof care (incl farrier): $220
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Vet care budget: $300
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Manure control: $400
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Fly/pest control: $100
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Grooming: $100
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Land management/care: $150
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New land savings: $500
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Program budget (growing): $200
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Equipment maintenance: $150
100% volunteer-run. Zero salaries. Complete financial transparency.