APPLICATIONS OPEN: Better With Horses With Women Veterans
The Horse Project Santa Barbara has opened applications for their Better with Horses program for Women Veterans who have served in the US military. This 10-week program, beginning March 2025, is an initiative in collaboration with the Barbara Giordano Foundation and the Paralyzed Veterans of America, California Chapter to empower women veterans to thrive and support their own physical, mental and emotional well-being while meaningfully improving the health and welfare of rescued horses. No horse experience is necessary.
Interested women veterans can apply and learn more at thehorseprojectsantabarbara.com. Eight applicants will be selected, four in wheelchairs, by the collaborating organizations. The deadline for submitting an application is February 1, 2025.
The Horse Project, Inc.
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Project Leader: Linda Kiefer
(805) 680-6498
Mission
To rehabilitate, re-train, and re-home rescued horses who have been abandoned, abused and neglected.
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Volunteering at the Horse Project is a deeply fulfilling experience for me. It allows me to contribute to the well-being of these magnificent animals, each with their own story of resilience. Diego, my favorite horse, has a special place in my heart due to his gentle yet playful nature and the incredible bond we’ve formed. Donations are crucial to ensure that these rescued horses receive the care they need, from proper nutrition to medical attention, which is why I also give a monthly gift. Your support helps provide a safe haven for them, allowing them to heal and thrive. Every contribution makes a significant difference in their lives.
Support the Ongoing Efforts of Healing Horses and People
The Horse Project is constrained by resources and space. “$3,000 sponsors a Better With Horses participant. $7,500 is a year’s basic cost to rescue a horse,” explains Linda Kiefer, Project Leader. “For space we have even temporarily used someone’s backyard to keep a horse alive.”
Every donation goes directly to rescuing horses that, in turn, rescue people.
The overarching goal is a place to call home. “There is a suitable property with potential to be a community gem, preserving open space. To enter negotiations we need one million dollars,” says Kiefer. “We trust donors recognize the value of a safe, healing place for people, horses, and nature.”
Key Supporters
May and Bill Allison Foundation
Mission Wealth
Montecito Bank & Trust Anniversary Grant Award 2023
Colleen Parent Beall
Sarah McLelland
Gian Cataudella
Susan Dalton