Red Horse Running is a superhero in the horse rescue world. They do so much to not only rescue horses in need but help RESCUES in need. They donate hay, help when rescues are needing information shared & so much more. The founder has a huge heart & asks for nothing in return. If every recipient of their generosity took the time to review them on this site, they would have hundreds of 5 star reviews. It is a shame that rescues don't recognize & thank RHR because they are worried about their donors!! I for one am proud to say RHR helped cover transport costs for our rescue to get a horse from kill pen. Thank God for Red Horse Running!!
This was in 2020. Hurricane Isaias was coming and I needed to evacuate my 3 ponies, several chickens 4 cats and my dog. Problem, I only had my minivan. I put everyone in cages but didn’t have room and thought I was going to have to leave my ponies. The lady at the feed store told me about Red Horse Running. They helped me find a trailer and connected me with a woman who had room in her barn for all of the animals. It was a bit chaotic but Red Horse Running answered the call at the last minute to make sure me and all my animals were safe even while a tornado was touching down on their farm! These people would make any first responders proud! Thankfully all of their animals stayed safe and me and mine all survived. I think I would have been okay if I sheltered in place but it certainly was a lot less stressful for me to keep everyone together.
I’ve personally witnessed my daughter work to rescue 7 slaughter bound horses this year and Red Horse Running has been so instrumental in helping her do so. From sharing her fundraisers, helping network with other rescues to find homes for the horses she pulls, sharing contacts for transporters, to even helping with vetting expenses. The saying “it takes a village” also applies to horse rescue. I’ve personally seen the money, time, blood, sweat and tears that goes into rescue and so little of it would be possible without organizations like Red Horse Running. Than you for all you do for the horse community!
Red Horse Running has been such a Godsend for both me and my horses. After being a long time horse lover and owner of horses for 12+ Years, I stumbled across 3 horses that were bound for slaughter the following day. I made the decision to do everything in my power to save them together. Someone I met through rescue gave me the number for Red Horse Running as someone who may could assist with care and/or expenses. As the clock was ticking and I was frantically trying to save these babies, I didn’t take the time to look up this organization or to what extent they were involved in rescue efforts. I cold called the number of the organization and quickly learned all about their mission for helping keep horses out of the slaughter pipeline by acting as a resource for hay and vet grants for horse owners in need. To say that I was overwhelmed that this type of assistance even existed was an understatement. What a blessing to so many horses and horse owners going through hard times! Wow. After thorough research on my horse’s situation, RHR (based in VA) agreed to extend me (based in TN) and my horses, which I saved from a kill pen in TX (pictured at holding lot in TX) a grant for their aftercare vetting. As you may or may not know, horse rescue can be expensive. Bail fees, quarantine and transport charges are typically just the beginning expenses of horse rescue. Add in vetting and refeeding (if necessary) and your costs add up quickly. I can’t begin to express what a blessing this orgnazatukn has been for me. In addition to the grant, Suzanne has checked back in on the horses and has been such a wealth of knowledge for me in my rescue efforts. I wish I could give this organization 10000 stars. From all my horses and me to RHR, THANK YOU!!!
They assisted in a portion of the funding for horses at risk in a kill pen, enabling them to find their forever homes. They are very compassionate and dedicated! Wonderful how they are an asset to the community. Very thankful for their help!
Red Horse Running helps many horses to either get saved from slaughter, have emergency feed and hay for struggling families, and get to safe places and are helping horses as well as their people!!! They helped me when I truely needed help ( I was able to pay them back so they could help someone else) . They are very compassionate and empathic, which this world needs much more of !! God Bless !!!!
Wish there were 10 Stars, this ORG deserves them. We all go through hard times & need a hand up occasionally in these times. Helping others succeed makes one a success as well
Love the $ 150.00 Grant match ,Red Horse is offering! .
A Great organization who's compassionate and runs a tight ship has all my support. They are always there for us and others in times of need as a moments notice. They have helped many horses in many forms. Love Suzanne's professionalism and expertise.
They helped rescue mustangs from certain bad situations, given hay grants, helped individuals in hard times and are there for the horse community whenever possible. Their programs work
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Very Professional, well organized, follows the law, well respected by the horse community and friends. They do a whole heck of alot to help others, rescues and horses and come to aid to get kill pen horses safe. Its not about them its about helping others❤ I rate this organization 5 stars and am proud to have worked along side them! The hay bank is fabulous too!
A huge shout out and much gratitude to all our donors, supporters, and champions!
2020 and 2021 have been challenging years for sure, but because of you we managed to help feed and/or vaccinate and provide veterinary care to over 100 at risk horses, burros, mules and even some cows! We have expanded our flagship hay bank program to include more farmers and feed stores enabling more families to keep their cherished equine companions in their homes through periods of financial hardships. We directly assisted Broken Arrow Equine Rescue in California in assembling and providing documentary evidence and eye witness accounts to work with local authorities in concert with HSUS to save 149 starving horses from a horrific abuse and neglect situation in Texas. And we managed to help multiple rescue organizations across the country save over 75 horses donkeys mules and minis from the cruel and abusive slaughter industry! We advocated and petitioned legislators and government officials on behalf of our precious wild horse herds, and continue to work to educate the public and congress alike regarding the brutal truths of our nation’s corrupt wild horse and burro program and the current management strategy known as the “Path Forward” (spoiler alert: its the path to extinction).
We’ve had some losses and set backs to be sure but we persevered and had many successes too. We pride ourselves on our ability to collaborate and work with a diverse array of rescues and individuals to better the lives of horses in our country and are grateful for the relationships we have built and strengthened over the past 5 years. Here’s to another successful year!
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In addition to pulling horses themselves, Red Horse Running Equine Foundation works behind the scenes to assist other rescues and individuals do the same. Meanwhile, they have multiple programs in place to help keep horses (and other equine) out of the slaughter pipeline, primarily through their "Hay and Vaccine Bank" where struggling owners can go for help caring for their horses during periods of hardship. They are 100% volunteer with an emphasis on maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Red Horse Running is an amazing organization that exemplifies professionalism paired with passion. They not only actively rescue horses in need but are advocates for all at risk Equine. They have helped horse rescues throughout the country. Their work ethic & enthusiasm is a testament to the nature of the founder. I highly recommend Red Horse Running.
It’s refreshing to find a nonprofit that truly embraces all elements of their mission. Red Horse Running is greatly respected by fellow horse community members. They have helped many horses and continue to support other outreach programs as well. FIVE STARS! Thank you for all you do!
I have been working with this foundation for two years. The owner is the most genuine woman I know she truly believes in the horses and I’ve seen it first hand as I’ve worked with her horses. They become so themselves. The horses totally metamorphosize and blossom through this program. Interacting with these horses have also given me personally an idea of love for all and understanding for others. This foundation doesn’t just change the horses but you as well. It is amazing!
This year has not been easy on our family and after I lost my job, we were looking at having to give up my granddaughters pony. Her mother tried to explain but my granddaughter was very sad and started acting out. Worse, we weren't having very much luck finding him a new home. Luckily my vet told me about The Red Horse Running Equine Foundation. We called them. Their first question was what we wanted to have happen. Once I told them we really wanted to be able to keep him, the questions all centered on his needs and the conditions of his pasture and barn. I admitted we were having problems with the water pump at the barn but we were making due by carrying water from the house. Imagine my surprise when their Facilities Director, Barry showed up with a volunteer to bring a bag of the feed our pony was used to, some hay AND tools to work on our water pump! Their Executive Director, Suzanne called me 4 days later to follow up on how we were doing and told me about a job she had heard about and thought I might be interested in. It took me 4 months to get back on my feet During that time, Red Horse Running provided feed, hay, wormer and even vaccinations for our pony and Barry repaired the wiring at our barn that turned out to be the source of the water pump problem. I can't sing the praises of this organization loud enough to tell everyone how wonderful they were to me and my family. They treated our pony as though he was their own. I'm very grateful to have them in our community and will donate to them as long as I can so they can be there to help other families in trouble.
I'm a donor, and Suzanne is the most dedicated person to horse rescue and welfare. She really cares, and goes out of her way to rehabilitation of the horses, not just physically, but also mentally, which is extremely important.
I trust this organization 100%.
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My name is Dara & I have worked closely with this foundation for a few years now . I have never met anyone that cares for horses as much as the founders of this organization. I love how nothing else matters to them more than the horses and their day to day health whereabouts. These horses are extremely happy and EXTREMLY spoiled . Please continue to love a support this foundation !
Hi I'm Nicc-
Ms. Suzanne has allowed me a chance to ride some of the horses she rescued and is teaching me things I never knew about horses. I 'm somewhat of a loner and being around the horses, able to brush, feed or talk to them has helped me be me- P.S. my mom would say it's very therapeutic for me- LOL
I love football too and I wish I could spend half of my day playing football and the other half helping her with the horses. Thx
Good Afternoon,
I would just like to confirm all of the rumors about this foundation. "YAYYY THEY'RE ALL TRUE" This foundation is doing great things and giving generations to come an opportunity to experience the joy of these amazing creatures and not have to read about them in story books or have to look at a western to know they existed. Please help our Foundation help them. Thanks!!!!!
Hello Everyone,
I'm at work so I have to make this short and sweet. LOL I just had to stop by and say what a worthy cause this is and what a wonderful job this foundation is doing to help save and preserve the horses. I have witnessed first hand the diligence, enthusiasm and dedication that has been given to these beautiful creatures. Please help save the horses and support this loving foundation
I am a donor because- I have experienced FIRST HAND the dedication and devotion Suzanne has shown trying to help horses (ALL HORSES) from going to slaughter-I must say she is truly the real deal (I've seen her in action). The love she possess for her horses (and I say that because that is the way she thinks of them) is unreal- I mean she is all in, the drive she has when it comes to saving a horse is unbelievable & she has the same undying drive to save each and everyone of them ( Lol she takes it personal like a mother would her new born baby). I just wish I could do more, because I too have a love for horses. Maybe sharing my experience with Red Horse Running will inspire someone else to help with such a worthy cause as this. I am only one person, but together we can make a difference and maybe save THEM ALL. The Red Horse Running Equine Foundation does not get caught up in the politics or the hype they have one goal--TO SAVE EACH AND EVERY HORSE (Suzanne's Motto should be ( because she has exemplifies this with each horse she tries to rescue): "No Horse left Behind"
Hi- I would just like to I am a donor for Red Horse Running- The way these horse are taken care of is remarkable. This rescue is all about the horse and saving them if possible from slaughter- I guess I have been in the dark because I had no idea horses were being treated this way- I am a big western fan, so I love horses- These beauty creatures must stick around for the generations to come- I support this rescue 100%+
This is a wonderful group of individuals whose love for horses shows in everything they do. They always put the well being of their horses first. They allow other people to come and love on these beautiful creatures which in turn feeds two souls. I wish I had more to give to these beautiful folks and the magnificent horses.
RHREquine 10/18/2021
Re the grant match program: As our budget allows we frequently provide matching grants for feed and/or veterinary to other rescues in need. Our focus though really is on at risk community horses and owners in need be that short term loans or outright grants. We are pleased to be able to help whenever and however possible.