Thank you for your support!
TRAILS END CONSERVANCY, INC
SERVING THE SHENANGO VALLEY, GREENVILLE / NORTHERN MERCER COUNTY, AND GROVE CITY
AMOUNT DONATED: $372.97
The mission of Trails End Conservancy is to help community members, especially veterans, struggling with the effects of combat/personal trauma and families to improve mental/physical well-being through equine programs/activities. Trails End Conservancy provides programs for the needs of the community.
Trail’s End Conservancy, Inc a 501(c)3 non-profit horse rescue sanctuary in Hermitage which started in 2011. Trails End Conservancy has housed up to 50 horses at different times. These horses were rescued from a population of unwanted horses that would have been slaughter-bound. With a new lease on life these horses have done great things!
Giving Week Progress:
FUNDRAISING GOAL: $10,000
Programs Supported by Your Donations
Trails End Conservancy offers the community different equine programs:
1. “Fly High with Horses” is a veteran horsemanship program offered to all veterans free of charge to learn basic horsemanship skills and to experience the camaraderie of fellow veterans. They eventually showcase their skills in events and community parades.
2. “Family Fly High with Horses” offers veteran family members a chance to learn basic horsemanship skills and works towards learning to ride.
3. “Horses Helping” is a program designed to help individuals who struggle with addiction. The use of horses help the individual while using a calm and relaxing atmosphere. From introduction to a horse, to grooming, the individual experiences an experiential experience.s to tailor a program to fit the communities needs.
4. The Phoenix Project is a youth prevention program to help develop social awareness skills through the use of horses. Each program is offered to any community member that wants to use equine therapeutic measures to make a positive impact on their life. Also we are always open to different suggestions to tailor a program to fit the communities needs.
Needs that Cannot beMet without Your Help
Demands on equine sanctuaries are substantial and multifaceted, as our facility provides lifelong care and
rehabilitation for horses that are abandoned, abused, retired, or otherwise in need.
Here are some major types of demands we typically face:
- Financial demands such as feeding and nutrition, veterinary care, farrier services, facility maintenance, and insurance.
- Staffing and volunteer management to handle daily care, medical needs and emergencies. Recruiting, training, and retaining volunteerism is a constant effort. Burnout is common among volunteers due to physical and emotional demands of the work.
- Capacity and space limitations due to increasing numbers of unwanted or neglected horses.
- Fundraising and public relations are a huge demand. We rely heavily on donations, grants and
sponsorships. Transparency and trust-building with donors and the public are crucial for long-term support.
