Albuquerque, NM – March 1, 2025 – The Equine Network Foundation, in partnership with Zoetis, is proud to announce the launch of the Long Live the Horse Care Grant, a new initiative dedicated to helping equine rescues provide critical veterinary care for horses in need.
With a mission to advance the welfare and well-being of equids and the equestrian community through impactful initiatives and fierce advocacy, the Equine Network Foundation is committed to supporting rescues and equine organizations with essential funding and resources.
The Long Live the Horse Care Grant, spearheaded by A Home for Every Horse, the flagship program of the Equine Network Foundation, offers financial assistance to eligible rescues to help cover the cost of necessary veterinary procedures. Grants will range from $1,000 to $4,500, with funding awarded throughout the year until resources are exhausted.
Grant Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the grant, rescues must meet the following criteria:
- Be a current member in good standing with A Home for Every Horse and the United Horse Coalition.
- Have an animal with an immediate need for veterinary care or a significant medical event within the past 90 days.
- Qualifying procedures—such as surgery, lameness treatment, corrective farrier work, and mare and foal care—may be eligible for grant funding.
- The procedure must significantly improve the animal’s health and quality of life.
- Provide documentation of the procedure, including an invoice or estimate, along with a subsequent invoice confirming the procedure was completed.
- Rescues awarded grants must provide before-and-after pictures and/or videos of the animal receiving treatment, along with details about why the procedure was needed and the outcome.
- Agree that any photos or content provided about the animal for which the grant is awarded may be shared by Zoetis, A Home for Every Horse, and the Equine Network Foundation.
- A Home for Every Horse reserves the right to contact the veterinary clinic or hospital providing care.
Application Details
Applications for the Long Live the Horse Care Grant open on March 1, 2025. Funding will be distributed on a rolling basis until all grant funds are allocated.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Equine Network Foundation on the ‘Long Live the Horse’ Care Grant. This initiative underscores our commitment to ensuring that horses receive the care and support they deserve because they do so much for us. By providing veterinary care funding for equine rescues, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these incredible animals and the dedicated people who care for them. Together with the Equine Network Foundation, we share the value of always being by the side of horses and their caregivers.” – Jen Grant, Head of Marketing, Zoetis U.S. Equine
“Offering grants to our rescue partners has been a goal of ours, and thanks to Zoetis, we are now able to do that. Rescues do so much to help the horses that are the center of all we do, we look forward to being able to help them with the costs of veterinary care through the ‘Long Live the Horse’ Care Grant.” – Melissa Kitchen, Equine Network Foundation and A Home for Every Horse
For more information about the Long Live the Horse Care Grant and to apply, visit the A Home for Every Horse page.
About Equine Network Foundation
The Equine Network Foundation is committed to advancing the welfare of equines and the equestrian community through grants, services, and advocacy. By supporting rescues and other equine organizations, the Foundation fosters a healthier, more sustainable future for horses in need.
About A Home for Every Horse
A Home for Every Horse is the leading resource connecting adoptable horses with potential owners. In partnership with industry leaders, the program provides support and resources to equine rescues nationwide.
About Zoetis
Zoetis is a global leader in animal health, dedicated to supporting the care of horses and livestock through innovative veterinary solutions. Their ongoing commitment to equine well-being aligns with their mission to nurture the world and humankind by advancing animal care.
