Help Us Keep TEC’s Horse Heroes Healthy, Happy, and Ready to Serve

Winter at TEC: Warm Hearts, Strong Heroes

As the year quickly comes to a close and colder temperatures settle in, the barn at TEC remains warm with purpose, partnership, and life-changing moments.  Even in the quiet of winter, our Horse Heroes continue their vital work of encouraging children to discover confidence and build self-esteem,  helping veterans find peace, and supporting riders of all ages and abilities.  Our equine partners are more than just part of our program; they are the heartbeat of our mission.  These remarkable equine partners are a steady, gentle presence that brings strength, comfort, and hope to those who need it most.

Behind Every Hero Is a Team of Supporters

 Every hero needs backup.  For our Horse Heroes, that means year-round care and resources to keep them happy, healthy, and ready to serve.  As the temperatures drop, our Horse Heroes require extra feed, additional bedding, and attentive daily care to stay healthy and comfortable.

Each of TEC’s Horse Heroes costs an average of $6,500 per year to support, adding up to more than $52,000 annually to care for our team of Horse Heroes. 

What does winter care for a Horse Hero look like?

• Increased hay, grain, and nutritional supplements to maintain warmth and health.
• Farrier, veterinary, dental, and chiropractic care.
• Safe stalls, ample bedding, and facility maintenance.
• Skilled staff to monitor, exercise, and care for our horses throughout the colder months.

Share the Season.  Support a Horse Hero.  Make a Holiday Impact.

This holiday season, your generosity helps keep TEC’s Horse Heroes healthy, comfortable, and ready to serve in the year ahead.  Your year-end donation directly supports the programs and people who count on them, creating growth, independence, joy, and connection through the healing power of our horses.

Horse sponsorships also make meaningful holiday gifts or heartfelt tributes, whether in honor of a loved one, in memory of someone special, or on behalf of your business or organization.

Because when you support a Horse Hero, you’re not just giving … You’re helping change lives.

Support our Horse Heroes. Share the Love. Change a Life.

Every gift, large or small, helps us continue our mission and give our Horse Heroes the care they deserve.

Sponsorship categories include:

• Barn Buddy – up to $120/year (up to $10/month)
  • Supports:  Healthy treats and grooming needs.
• Trail Blazer – $121 - $300/year (up to $25/month)
  • Helps provide hay, feed, supplements, and medication.
• Pasture Pal – $301 - $600 (up to $50/month)
  • Ensures daily exercise and turnout care.
• Stable Supporter – $601 - $1,200 (up to $100/month)
  • Keeps stalls, tack, and barn in excellent condition, and provides bedding for the stalls.
• Mane Partner – $1,201 - $2,400 (up to $200/month)
  • Funds farrier visits, veterinary checkups, and specialized care like chiropractic and dental.
• Arena Advocate – $2,401 - $6,000 (up to $500/month)
  • Supports utility and maintenance costs for the barn, pastures, and arenas.
• Herd Hero - $6,001 - $10,000 (up to $833/month)
  • You are the guardian of one TEC horse hero, ensuring all their needs are met for an entire year.

Other Ways to Support Our Horse Heroes

Don’t worry if you can't do a sponsorship, though.  You can still support our Horse Heroes in other meaningful ways:

• Become a Volunteer – Give your time to help with lessons, barn chores, or special events.
• Donate Supplies – Barn and office essentials are always welcome.
• Be an Advocate for TEC – Share TEC’s story on social media, spread the word in your community, and help us recruit new participants, volunteers, and donors.

Share the Holiday Spirit with Our Horse Heroes

Our horses show up daily for our participants … In every season, in every kind of weather. This winter, let’s show up for them. Donate today!

Questions? E-mail [email protected] or call (269) 429-0671