CFHR works to help local and national wild and domestic horses. We aim to protect and advocate for all equines to ensure their safety for now and forever.
CFHR utilizes partners, our supporters in the United States, specifically in California’s Central Coast, as well as partnerships with communities, and companies, to ensure that horses have a voice and are taken care of lovingly for the rest of their lives. Some will be adopted by vetted adoptees, others will become part of our foster program. But all will be safe from abuse and neglect.
Our financial assistance program ensures that a change in the circumstances of a horse’s guardian will not impact a equine’s quality of life due to the lack of funds to pay for veterinary and daily care.
Our dedicated board is supported by over 30 volunteers (and is growing) who are share a love of horses and all animals. Given our commitment to the welfare of animals in general we adhere to a “no animal products” being consumed at any of our events whether onsite or out in the community.
CFHR works to create a diverse organization where all unique views, experiences, and backgrounds. We do not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind whether it is based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, or pregnancy. This applies to all volunteers, staff, clients, donors and all those affiliatated with CFHR.
Humans put more pressure horses than ever before, but it’s also humans who have the power to change this. Together, we can address the greatest threats to equines and protect the wild horses who inspire us.
Recognizing that the problems facing equines are increasingly complex and urgent, CFHR focuses its work on ambitious goals. To challenge our equines greatest threats (humans) and ensure a healthy future for horses free from fear, abuse and hunger.
In addition to our work to protect horses in need, we offer programs for the community. One of these programs is Embrace The Moment, an equine therapy program for cancer patients, cancer survivors and their caregivers. We believe in nurturing body, mind, and spirit not only for our rescued horses but for humans too. We understand that horses are one of the few animals that form a deep bond and connection with humans. For the Santa Cruz County, Monterey County and Santa Clara County community walking the cancer road, our Embrace The Moment equine-therapy cancer program offers a unique avenue to rediscover strength, hope, and connection—one gentle hoofbeat at a time.
