I have known the founder of Special Horses, Wendi Neckameyer for many years. A woman of high professional accomplishment and solid integrity, Wendi developed Special Horses to be a central hub for raising awareness and funds for equine organizations that rescue and rehabilitate rescued, abused and abandoned horses. The charities which rely upon her assistance are all 501(c)(3) rescue organizations which which are thoroughly vetted before they are allowed to register with Special Horses for funding assistance. Fundraising drives include seasonal auctions, art auctions, hay bank funding drives and mini-donation drives for equine rescues in deep need. Community outreach is a cornerstone of her very successful and most necessary program. This non-profit is one that does it's homework in vetting and registering deserving horse rescues , and works tirelessly to help them do their work in the face of a seemingly endless sea of horses in desperate straits. A donation to this group is one that goes to those in real need.
FANTASTIC! Superb communication, and quick and knowledgeable answers to questions. Always willing to assist in any situation, in any way possible. I adore this charity for its mission and accomplishments.
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Special Horses began with one woman and one special horse who recognized the need to help other, less fortunate animals. They support all facets of, and many varied, equine rescue. There is always another idea and goal to meet. Plus, they put the FUN in fundraising using social media, with zany and unusual auctions that are eye-catching and attractive, even to non-horse people. I love supporting Special Horses!
Special Horses 08/06/2017
Thank you so much for all your support!
This is not the first time I have written a recommendation for Special Horses, and it won't be the last. I consider it an "umbrella" charity as they exist to assist several rescues financially. I donate via my rescued OTTB mare's name, Princess Madeline. I help so that other horses can have a chance to be as safe and loved as she is. The donated items and funds are not for the benefit of Special Horses. This charitable organization does God's work and they only ask for help so that they can provide needed funds for horses at risk.
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I have supported Special Horses (as a donor) for several years now. Their umbrella charity raises funds for a group of charities that benefit equines in need. I think so highly of Special Horses that I look for items that would be attractive to bidders both on eBay (where Special Horses is often a beneficiary) and also for the online auctions that are held throughout the year by Special Horses. I have also donated money towards the website and for the Secret Santa fund for horses and other worthy equine causes that Special Horses supports. I own an OTTB like Ted Wells, and my horse is also a rescue who was at risk to go to slaughter when she did not sell at auction. To honor her and to remember all the thoroughbreds who have worked so hard, I often make my donations using her name (Princess Madeline). Her photo is attached. All horses should be treated the way my former racehorse is treated - with utmost care, respect, and love... safe forever. Thank you Ted Wells and Special Horses for looking out for our "brethren."
Special Horses 08/05/2017
We cannot thank you enough for all your generosity on our behalf!
Talk about working tirelessly.. this is where to learn how to do it! I have been donating for years now . Wendi Neckamyer is constantly organizing online auctions which is no small task. The 5 rescues put their horses first and their needs second to make their lives as cushy as possible. There are a bunch of spoiled horses in these rescues that will ALWAYS be spoiled!
Special Horses 07/02/2018
Thank you so much!!
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They are constantly working to raise money. There are no DOWN DAYS at Special Horses! They help several rescues and will go the extra mile for each one.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Yes we do, and thanks to your support, we will always be able to go the extra mile!
A wonderful, passionate advocacy for Equine welfare - always working to help a variety of honest, hard working TRUE rescues across the country. My small business, Rebel Pencils, is a proud supporter of Special Horses.
Special Horses 07/02/2018
Thank you so much! We are honored to have you helping us help so many rescues!
Nice people who realy care about the horses. Respond fast and fix any isues with auctions. :)
Special Horses 10/19/2017
Thank you so much! We appreciate your comments and your support!
Wonderful people doing amazing work to responsibly help horses in need.
They shine a warm light in a too often cold and dark World.
Bravo to Special Horses!
I'm a long time supporter and urge you to join us.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Thank you so much for all your support and generosity!
I've come to trust this charity- so much so that I donate money and items to help with their fund raising. There's too many groups that are cheats, so it means everything to me that the money actually goes to the right people and horses. And, when your spokesperson is a horse and an adovocate for his fellow species, how can you not want to help Ted Peeplover!
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Our goal is to be as financially transparent as possible so that every donor knows the proceeds support the equines and rescues in need!
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Honest, dedicated and supportive of horses rescues! I have donated numerous art works to help with their mission to supply funds to needy horse rescue groups. I trust them completely to make certain the monies go to the group and not a scam.
Special Horses 09/02/2016
Pat, thank you so much. Our goal is to be as financially transparent as possible! We also thank you for your generosity!
Special Horses is a fantastic organization that does so much for the equine community. There advocacy and work on behalf of horses makes them one of the more worthy nonprofits.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Thank you so much for your support!
A good, honest, diligent group who obviously cares strongly about what they do.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Yes, we do care! and we are so grateful for your support!
Special Horses was very helpful for the non-profit equine rescue that I used to run. They were a god-send with giving much needed donations. So many smaller rescues are over-looked when it comes to donations. Special Horses provides a much needed service to them.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
We do our best to the in-the-trenches rescues! Thank you!
Diligent with tracking donations and communicating with donors, this organization also holds funds for emergency donations to other rescues in need.
Special Horses 10/03/2017
Thank you so much for your generosity and support!
Special Horses is run by caring, compassionate people who truly care about the lives of our equine friends. They very successfully ran an art auction for my non profit horse rescue and worked very hard to make sure it was a complete success. Three thumbs up for Special Horses !!
Special Horses 08/05/2017
We are happy to do what we can to help deserving equine rescues!
They are a wonderful equine advocate that does so much for other equine charities and rescues.
Special Horses 07/01/2017
Thank you so much for your support!
Special Horses 10/03/2017
We are so grateful for your support!
Special Horses is an organization that I trust and regularly donate to and participate in their fundraisers. They assist multiple organizations that home and rescue horses in need due to abuse and neglect and they rescue horses at risk of going to slaughter.
Special Horses 07/01/2017
We are so grateful and honored to have your support!
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I donate and participate in the Special Horses fundraisers. They do great work raising money for equine rescues, retirement, rehab and rehoming at-risk equine. I have never had a problem with any of my donations and all dealings have always confirmed me of their commitment to the equine and their honesty in dealing with all issues especially their fundraisers. I will continue to be one of their donors as I can.
Special Horses 04/07/2016
Thank you so much for your continued support!
I host a Public Affairs show on WIL in St. Louis & I had Wendi Neckameyer, President and Founder of Special Horses on as a guest to talk about the organization. Hearing her passion & learning so much about Special Horses, I know this is something I could feel comfortable sharing with my listeners. I am also grateful to Great Nonprofits because without you I never would have found Special Horses & I wouldn't have been able to help them spread the word of their mission &, believe me, their mission is one that needs to be shared.
Special Horses 01/07/2017
Thank you so much for hosting us and for helping us share our mission with St. Louis!
From what I have seen with the posts on Facebook I can tell that this organization is a very loving, carrying and would go out of it's way to save and protect these loving horses and I am so happy and blessed to be invited and part of this group. I truly love all animals and I am happy that there is an organization that feels the exact same way.
Special Horses 01/07/2017
Thank you so much for your support! We so appreciate it!
Your $$$ will be well spent when donating to Special Horses, they allocate funds to horse rescues who have many success stories. Their spokes horse works tirelessly promoting online auctions (I suspect he has human help at times) I have both won and donated auction items, it was a very easy process. I was very happy with the jewlry I had the winning bid on. I highly recommend checking their auctions, some great stuff shows up and the more you buy the more horses you help! Keep up the good work Special Horses.
Special Horses 10/07/2016
Thank you so much! We try and make the auctions fun and the items appealing and affordable for all - so we can help more horses! We so appreciate your donations and your participation!
This organization is truly a caring one - They support multiple rescues and organizations that that help and support our horses. They fund raise with donations, auctions (with absolutely unique and coveted items) - Bottom line THEY CARE and they support - they have HEART!
Special Horses 10/07/2016
Thank you so much! Your comments mean so much!
