9TH ANNIVERSARY GALA & AUCTION

An evening of stories, music, and community. Funds raised supported program expansion and additions to the Calverton facility.

The Impact at a Glance:

• 240 Guests

• $87K Raised

• 32 Sponsors

What an absolutely incredible milestone! Our annual Gala & Auction wasn't just a fundraiser—it was a powerful celebration of community, resilience, and the life-changing bonds built daily between veterans, first responders, and our rescued herd at the Calverton facility.

Because of your overwhelming generosity, this year’s event broke records and set up the foundation for a transformative year ahead.

An Evening of Stories, Music, and Community

The energy in the room was electric from the moment the doors opened. The night was centered around the voices of those who matter most: our veterans and first responders.

Several program participants took the stage to share raw, inspiring accounts of their journeys. They spoke about how learning natural horsemanship and working with horses like Sully helped them navigate PTSD, process trauma, and find a renewed sense of purpose.

To balance the emotional depth of the night, guests enjoyed incredible live music, great food, and a high-stakes auction featuring unique local Long Island experiences and custom artisan goods. Our attendees stepped up big time, bidding generously to support our four-legged healers.

"The funds raised during this single evening ensure that no veteran or first responder ever has to pay a dime to access our life-changing equine therapy and horse-interaction programs."

Where the Funds Go: Program Expansion & Facility Additions

We aren't slowing down anytime soon. The $87,000 raised is already being deployed directly into the ranch to secure our future and expand our reach.

1. Program Expansion With a growing waiting list of veterans and first responders seeking our services, these funds allow us to host more specialized horse-interaction workshops, expand our driving clinics, and offer more therapeutic weekend retreats throughout the year.

2. Calverton Facility Additions To keep our rescued herd safe, healthy, and comfortable, a significant portion of the proceeds will go directly toward infrastructure improvements at our Calverton home. This includes vital barn updates, paddock maintenance, and expanding our covered training spaces so sessions can continue rain or shine.

A Heartfelt Thank You

An event of this scale takes a village. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our 32 incredible sponsors, our dedicated volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, and every single one of our 240 guests who bought a ticket, placed a bid, or shared our mission with a friend.

Because of you, we can continue to provide a sanctuary where heroes and horses heal each other. Here’s to nine incredible years behind us, and an even brighter future ahead!