Who We Help
The Equestrian Aid Foundation provides needs-based financial support to horse people who have experienced life-changing or life-threatening health crises and need assistance with paying for basic living and rehabilitative expenses.
Our mission is to help horse people throughout the United States in their time of need. We have provided grant support to riders, grooms, braiders, trainers, barn managers, judges, show officials, farriers, veterinarians, veterinary techs, equine chiropractors, breeders and people with many other equestrian vocations and avocations.
Equestrian Aid Foundation grant applicants can be of any age and involved in the equestrian community as a professional or amateur in any discipline.
Every Discipline
EAF is unique among horse-related nonprofits in that we assist equestrians from all corners of the horse world.
Every Profession
Riders
Professional and amateur riders of all ages and disciplines
Grooms
Career grooms, braiders, and barn staff who keep the industry running
Trainers
Trainers and instructors from all equestrian disciplines
Farriers
Farriers and blacksmiths who keep horses sound
Veterinarians
Equine vets, vet techs, and chiropractors
Barn Managers
Facility managers and horse care professionals
Show Officials
Judges, stewards, course designers, and ring crew
Breeders
Horse breeders and breeding farm operators
Conditions We've Assisted
Our grant recipients have suffered from a wide range of life-altering conditions.
The Equestrian Aid Foundation is here to assist horse people in need
If you need assistance or know someone who does, we encourage you to reach out.