Join the Horse Shelter Network: A Unified Force for Comprehensive Equine Welfare

Our Philosophy: 
The Full Circle of Life

The Full Circle of Life Horse Shelter Philosophy asserts that every horse deserves the Five Freedoms through every stage in life, regardless of age, behavior, training, or medical condition. We are dedicated to a comprehensive, holistic approach to equine welfare, recognizing that a singular focus on the "most adoptable" leaves countless horses in need. By joining the Horse Shelter Network, your organization commits to this philosophy, helping to create a safety net where no horse is left behind.

There is no cost to join The Horse Shelter Network!

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Our Vision: Collaboration and Collective Impact

The Horse Shelter Network is established to build a robust, collaborative community of horse rescue organizations. Our vision is to move beyond mere mentoring to encompass comprehensive networking, resource sharing, and mutual support. Together, we can achieve a greater positive impact on horse welfare.

Benefits of Membership: Resources to Power Your Mission

The Horse Shelter Network is a global movement dedicated to improving the welfare of horses. By joining the Network, your organization gains access to essential tools and support necessary to contribute to this mission.

Networking & Collaboration:

Enhance opportunities for knowledge sharing, mutual support, and building relationships with like-minded organizations across the network.

Mentorship & Training:

Access comprehensive, yearly training programs—such as the free annual Rescue Workshop for existing 501(c)(3)s and the New Rescue Org 101 class—to improve operational efficiency and horse welfare practices.

Grants & Awards:

Gain eligibility for various grants and awards, including those specifically for gelding, medical procedures, euthanasia, and more.

Transportation Network:

Access a dedicated system to facilitate the movement of horses between rescues, helping to optimize placement and care, especially for smaller organizations.

Resource Sharing:

Benefit from facilitated sharing of best practices and potentially corporate-donated items and restricted grants.

Recognition:

Your organization is recognized for pledging to uphold the best practices of horse welfare and the "Full Circle of Life" philosophy.

If you are ready to take the next step and become a part of our unified force for equine welfare, please proceed to fill out the official application to join the Horse Shelter Network today.

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Review the tiers below to find the perfect membership level for your organization, affiliate program, or platform, and help us complete the Full Circle of Life safety net.

Leadership tier​:

This elite tier is reserved and only awarded to established organizations that demonstrate substantial commitment and significant efforts toward achieving and maintaining top-tier status. It is for those with proven capacity and extensive experience who are willing to actively serve as mentors to other shelters. Members in this tier must fully practice the Full Circle of Life philosophy.

Established tier:

Actively operating horse rescue organizations that are consistently engaged in the rescue and rehabilitation of equines, wholeheartedly endorsing and upholding the Full Circle of Life philosophy.

Emerging tier:

A tier specifically designed for newer or smaller horse rescue organizations focused on building capacity and accessing essential resources. While actively supporting the core principles of the Full Circle of Life philosophy, members in this tier are committed to collaborating with higher-tier organizations to grow and progress toward full endorsement and practice of the philosophy.

Sanctuary tier​:

A specialized tier for organizations whose primary mission is dedicated to providing permanent, lifelong sanctuary to horses, ensuring all equine residents are experiencing the Five Freedoms, actively upholding the Full Circle of Life philosophy and comprehensive long-term care. Furthermore, these members commit to utilizing the network by referring horses requiring rescue, or rehoming to other appropriate organizations within the Horse Shelter Network for assistance.

Industry Tier:

This tier is dedicated to forging powerful alliances with established equine-related networks, businesses, and professional partnerships. By joining, affiliates will actively collaborate with the Horse Shelter Network to foster broader resource sharing, leverage collective expertise, and maximize our joint impact, all in support of the Full Circle of Life philosophy.

Star Power Tier:

This exclusive tier invites influential public figures and passionate celebrities to become powerful advocates, using their unparalleled platform to instantly amplify the Full Circle of Life philosophy, drive global awareness, and secure a lasting safety net for every horse in need.