EQUINE RESCUE RESOURCE INC

Offers donor sponsorship opportunities for individual equines and specific care needs (e.g., feed, medical care), including a virtual adoption program that provides updates, exclusive photos, and quarterly virtual visitation for recurring donors.

Conducts emergency rescues for equines affected by cruelty, natural disasters, or owner crises, including large-scale removals such as the 2025 Saratoga County case and hurricane-affected Pennsylvania farm. The organization coordinates transportation, temporary care, and direct intake of equines in urgent need.

Collaborates with other nonprofit animal rescues to network equines for placement, share resources, and coordinate transportation and adoptions based on location and specialty needs, enhancing capacity across the rescue community.

Provides long-term care including medical treatment, nutrition, farrier services, and facility maintenance for rescued equines, ensuring their health and well-being while in custody.

Rescues abused, neglected, and abandoned horses; provides veterinary, farrier, dental, nutritional, and behavioral care; and rehomes them through a thorough adoption screening process. The organization also operates a virtual adoption (sponsorship) program that includes updates, virtual visitation, and return policies to ensure long-term equine safety.

Relies on and engages a core team of volunteers in daily operations such as grooming, grounds maintenance, and equine care, supported by an established volunteer program developed with board and volunteer input.

Accepts monetary donations, equipment, medical supplies, and other in-kind contributions (including via Amazon Smile) to support rescue operations, veterinary care, feed, and field investigations.

Provides community education through public appearances, equine-assisted learning for children, therapeutic visits to nursing homes, and participation in events such as castration and vaccination clinics when resources allow.

Provides expert consultation and operational support to law enforcement and SPCA agencies during equine cruelty or neglect investigations, including taking custody of seized animals, documenting conditions, and supporting prosecution efforts through veterinary and handling expertise.

Encourages the public to report suspected equine cruelty, abuse, and neglect to authorities in accordance with New York state laws, promoting community responsibility and legal compliance.