named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Hearts in Harmony
Equine-assisted learning workshops for veterans, first responders, women, teens, and families of veterans that use non-verbal communication with retired Thoroughbreds to build trust, reduce anxiety, and promote emotional healing.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Therapeutic Equine-Assisted Programs 2 activities
- Equine-assisted learning programs for teensOperates structured equine-assisted learning and teen leadership programs for high school students, particularly those facing mental health or social challenges, using horse interactions to foster emotional growth, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Equine-assisted therapy and learning programs for veteransOffers equine therapy and facilitated programs for veterans and first responders to build trust, compassion, and confidence, reducing anxiety and supporting emotional well-being through structured interactions with horses.
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Equine Rescue and Retirement Care 2 activities
- Rescue and lifetime care of Thoroughbred horsesRescues Thoroughbred horses, including from kill pens, and provides ongoing care so they can live out their natural lives. This includes medical treatment, rehabilitation, feeding, and shelter.
- Retraining and rehoming of retired Thoroughbred horsesRetrains off-track Thoroughbreds and places them in adoption programs or productive second careers, including transitional care and continued training to support successful placement.
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Equine Health and Welfare Education 1 activity
- Public education and outreach on horse care and repurposingConducts public education about horse care and the repurposing of retired racehorses through open house events, demonstrations of natural horsemanship, and community workshops.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$159K
Contributions & grants$158K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$20%
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expenses
Total expenses$146K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$35K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$30K
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Net assets$30K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -3.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 1
- KRISTINA DALLAS DVM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Adena Springs Partner — Provided care for Harlem Rocker prior to his transfer to ACTT NATURALLY INC's facility and supported his relocation to upstate New York.
- D. Wayne Lukas Partner — Hall of Fame Trainer who has endorsed Valerie Buck's work with off-track Thoroughbreds.
- Long Shadows Farm Partner — Hosts ACTT Naturally's programs and provides facility space for equine-assisted healing with retired and rescued horses.
- Mechanicville High School Partner — Partnered with ACTT Naturally to select and refer students for the Teen Leadership program.
- TAA Network — Accredited organization by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
- TAA - Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Partner — Accredited organization providing standards and oversight for aftercare of Thoroughbred horses
- TCA Network — Member of Thoroughbred Charities of America.
- TCA Partner — Partner organization supporting Thoroughbred aftercare and training initiatives
- The Stronach Group Partner — Collaborated with ACTT NATURALLY INC by facilitating the transfer of retired racehorse Harlem Rocker to Long Shadows Farm for retirement and programming.
- Todd Pletcher Partner — All-time money-earning Thoroughbred trainer and former employer of Valerie Buck who supports ACTT Naturally's mission.
- Turf and Roses Partner — Breeding or ownership entity associated with the horse Roses From Ben.
- Valerie Buck Partner — Founder and key practitioner implementing the organization's programs
- Zeffy Partner — Platform used for processing donations.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
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- Equine-Assisted Retraining and Repurposingmethodology: equine-retrainingBy retraining retired Thoroughbred racehorses for therapeutic and educational roles, the organization promotes sustainable equine welfare and enhances human programming outcomes, because repurposing supports both the horse’s psychological rehabilitation and the participant’s emotional growth through structured, species-partnered activities.
- Horse-Human Bond Healingmethodology: horse-human-bond healingBy engaging humans and retired racehorses in mutual, non-verbal interaction through natural horsemanship, both species experience emotional healing and relational growth—horses are rehabilitated for new careers, while humans (especially veterans and teens) develop trust, emotional regulation, and leadership skills because the horse’s sensitivity provides immediate feedback to human emotional states.