05/15/2026
Exactly where myself and so many rescues I know are at.
Lately, I’ve been very quiet about something that weighs heavily on my heart…
Donations and sponsorships for the Sanctuary have slowed down tremendously over the last few years. Outside of the incredible matching fundraiser from our sweet friend Victoria Principal , support has become very limited… and I know we are not alone in this. The world feels heavy for so many people right now, and I truly understand that because I’m living in it too.
This is not a” please save us” post.
And it’s not written from anger or blame.
It’s simply an honest moment of transparency from someone who has dedicated her life to these animals.
Running a sanctuary is beautiful… it is also relentless.
The Feed still arrives.
The medical needs still happen.
The Farrier still comes.
The Senior horses and all the special needs horses receive top care.
Add every single morning, the animals still look at us, trusting we will show up for them.
And of course we do.
For well over a decade, this Sanctuary has been built with love, sacrifice, grit, and the incredible community of people who believed animals deserve safety, dignity, and kindness.
Sometimes I wonder if people realize how much rescues across the country are struggling right now.
Many are quietly drowning, while trying to continue showing strength online.
If you have a favorite rescue… whether it’s ours or another one you love, this is a gentle reminder that your support truly matters. Even small monthly sponsorships, sharing posts, telling others about the mission, or simply staying engaged helps more than people know.
We are still here.
Still fighting.
Still caring.
Still believing these little lives matter.
And for every person who continues to stand beside us…
Thank you…will never be big enough ♥️
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