About Us
We are a group of animal and child advocates dedicated to the changing the way cast off horses and discarded children are viewed by society. We have a dedicated board of directors and large group of volunteers working to end horse slaughter and end the cycle of bouncing children from foster home after foster home. Equine Assisted Psychotherapy gives both horse and child a chance for a new life one free of fear and mistrust. Denver University is assisting us in the use of interns providing therapy for children in foster care.
Who We Are
We are a concerned group of advocates for change in how children and horses are viewed by society. We believe every life has value and we intend to salvage the lives of both cast off horse and discarded child with Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Our Organization's Mission
Rescue Slaughter bound horses, rehabilitate them and put them to use as equine therapists for the troubled children trapped in the foster care cycle.
Stop the number of horses going to slaughter, develop a social security system that works for horses.
End the cycle of endless foster home after foster home for children providing experiential therapy alternatives.Provide after aged out programs for the older children in foster care.
Who We Serve
Horses and Children and Families
Our Programs
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, work study certificate programs, research for alternative experiential therapies,
equine therapy camps, child mentoring,work days, and body talk therapy.
Upcoming Events
Relax at the Ranch- February 28th
Enchanted Summers Eve- July 24th
Too Hot to Trot Fashion Show- Fall 2009
Leadership Profile
Executive Director- Jodi Messenich Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Non Profit Marketing Director, Twelve year equestrian experience, Animal and Child Advocate.
Board of Directors
Paul Messenich- Retired Telecom Executive
Gail Trembly- Twenty year foster care parent
Gina Berg- Law School Administrator
Victoria Messenich- Accountant/ Auditor
Darcy Ferrentino- MSW, LPC
Board of Advisors
Gary Pallaro- Large Animal Veterinarian
Hilary Wood- Horse Rescue Executive
Sherry Hiller- Retired CPA
Major Supporters and Sponsors
Denver University
Colorado Northwestern Community College
| Year Founded : |
2008 |
| 501(c)(3) Ruling Year : |
2008 |
| Volunteers : |
35 |
| Annual Income : |
$20,000 |
| Amount Spent Fundraising : |
$8,200 |
What Sets Us Apart
We have the backing of a university with a emphasis on animal human connection and a master of social work program
Objectives for This Fiscal Year
Begin receiving grant funding
Develop our fund-raising program
Expand our Facility
Hire full time therapists
Recent Accomplishments
Presented for the Colorado Department of Human Services
Developed no cost"Wellness with Horses" program on Saturdays
Developed a volunteer equine training program
Appeared on the Tom Martina Show and The Colorado and Company Show
