This is what ERAF does...

First, ERAF rescues Tinkerbell 






Then, ERAF cares for and rehabilitates her 
Born at ERAF on April Fools Day 2011, Jewel adopted by long term sponsor

Watch Jewel grow up

Joshua finds his new family

Josh was named in honor of the memory of Marine Corp Sgt. Joshua Desforges in our first "Baby Naming Contest"
 "Art in the Barn" is a huge success
ERAF offers a very special thanks to the Unique Art Gallery in Jupiter, Denise LeClaire Robbins and all the artists associated with the gallery for making this such a special affair.

ERAF also thanks Jackee Swinson and Deborah Wolford for all the photography at the event.

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ERAF nominates Tacie Kehlhem for Pegasus Wings Award

The Pegasus Foundation recognized friends of animals in the Treasure Coast at the first Pegasus Wings Awards and Volunteer Appreciation Night on April 25.


ERAF officially nominated Tacie Kehlhem in the Aiding Abused Animals catagory.  She was honored this year at our volunteer luncheon and has been volunteering at ERAF every week since 1-22-06.  The decision to nominate Tacie was unanimous with both the volunteers and the board.

 
Exxon Mobil awards a donation to ERAF for Tacie Kehlhem volunteer hours  
Stuart Dance Studio raises funds and issues challenge

The DANCE STUDIO OF STUART's instructor Alicia Chodera and students Lorin Tayor and Anna King presented ERAF's president Randy Kinder with a contribution raised through ticket sales at recitals. The Dance Studio has issued a challenge to other groups to raise money for the horses as well. The Barns mascot Rozalyn is shown perusing the Studio's poster.

KNOPF FOUNDATION hears our plea and responds with the funds for new ERAF trailer. 


Update:  Trailer ordered, delivery any day now.
Logan's Special Skills Require Special Equipment

Logan is a hackney in desperate need of a cart to pull to fulfill his destiny.  For details click here. If you can help Logan, please contact ERAF ASAP...


Photo by Deborah Wolford

ERAF accepts 3 horses from Okeechobee Animal Control, 2 find new homes


Update: Roper and Spirit have been adopted! Rupert, has become a fully functional Southern Gentleman.  We thank you for your support and Rupert thanks you too!

Roper adopted.  Shown leaving ERAF with new bff Tiffany 

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Spirit adopted, shown leaving for her new forever home 

Photo by Jacque Swinson
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Rose is adopted , shown leaving for her new forever home 
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If you would like to create a memorial fund for a loved one to benefit our rescues, please contact ERAF at ERAF2000 @ ERAF.ORG

NUMBER OF RESCUED EQUINES AT ERAF DOUBLES IN 1 DAY

ERAF'S equine population doubled in a single day as Martin County Sheriffs brings 11 negotiated intakes including 7 horses and 4 donkeys to ERAF for care. 


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Martin County Sheriff William Snyder calls for public's support in saving ERAF.  Cites ERAF as essential community resource

The Martin County community needs to help take responsibility for new and future rescues, says Sheriff Snyder.  It must support ERAF in its rescue and rehabilitation effort.  “We have absolutely no other place in Martin County like this…If these people weren’t here, I have no idea what we would have done with those horses”

Photo by Beverly Bevis Jones, PR



See more photos of Sheriff Snyder's visit

Check the How can I help page for information about sponsoring or fostering one of these new rescues. Can you donate something from our Wish List?  Will you make a contribution so ERAF can continue to do its work?
Equine rescues double in 1 day

Gang of 11 Updates

ERAF hosts Palm City Chamber of Commerce Breakfast

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ERAF IS ON YouTube!

Watch ERAF's "2012 Year in Review" below.


Photography by Deborah Wolford, Jackee Swinson, Lisa Ivory and Linda Pollnow 

Rescue

We are dedicated to rescuing equines from neglectful and abusive situations by:

  • Educating owners, ERAF volunteers and the general public about all aspects of horsemanship.
  • Assisting owners in times of natual and personal disaster.
  • Assisting County Animal Care and Control departments.
  • Maximizing the mental, emotional and physical health of all equines under ERAF care.
  • Finding loving, permanent homes for ERAF rescues deemed adoptable.
  • Giving a permanent home and care to the few horses who are not adoptable.
  • Managing the ERAF organization and facility with sound business practices and in a fiscally responsible manner.

Rehabilitation

A unique aspect of ERAF's rescue efforts is our dedication to Rehabilitation. Proper nutrition and care is where we start. We have a wonderful group of professional vets, farriers, body workers and nutritionists who help support these efforts. Once a horse is through quarantine and has had time to restore weight and regain health, ERAF continues with the focused re-training of every horse. The purpose of our Rehabilitation program is to help each horse permanently escape the "loop of rescue" that plagues rescued horses. 

Adoption

ERAF's mission is to find a a forever home for every horse that comes through our barn. The entire adoption process can take up to a month because we require an application, an inspection of the potential new home and take the time to make sure each person is fully aware of the horse's current level of training and future needs.

ERAF Status

ERAF is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.  Pursuant to the requirements of Florida Statute Florida 496.111 the following information is provided:  A Copy of the Official Registration and Financial Information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling 1-800-435-7352 within the state of Florida.  Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State of Florida.  Our registration number with the Fl Dept of Agriculture is SC-12409.  100% of all the contributions received go to the foundation.
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