Send the Best Valentine's gift!

Are you looking for a Special Gift for your Special Someone? Consider the Gift of Giving!

Spread the Love to the horses throughout the year with a recurring donation in honor of your loved one this Valentine's Day! Make sure to list their name and address and MVHR will send them a lovely Valentine's Day Card in your name! 

Give your Love to Horses by Volunteering!

Volunteer orientations continue through the winter, as the horses need even more of your love during the cold days! The next upcoming Volunteer Orientation and Community Volunteer date is Saturday, February 24 from 10-1, register at volunteer@mvhr.net. Can't make it? Email to schedule an orientation by appointment instead! 

Once you've volunteered for 10 hours, you can participate in the Hopeful Hearts Program, and be matched with a rescue horse who you will work with through the winter to help them be ready for adoption!

Volunteer Scott is giving Truly some scratches, which she LOVES! Thank you to all our Volunteers!

Horse Updates

With several adoptions finalizing in January and Early February. We were able to welcome two new horses, starting their Journey of Hope.

Buster - This strapping gentleman spent his life in the service of the United States Forest Service and has been retired due to some arthritis. MVHR is looking forward to helping him get more comfortable, and possibly a life of some lighter riding in his retirement!

Rusty - This handsome well broke ranch horse is also looking for a lighter riding situation as he moves into his twenties, and possibly could even be a children's horse !

Stay tuned as we get to know these two guys a little more in coming weeks, and also for additional intakes expected literally any minute now (as of the writing of this newsletter).

In December we sent Sisco to Daniel at Versatile Equine for some intensive training.  We are excited to share he is making amazing progress, and will be returning to the ranch soon. Reach out if you are interested in meeting this lovely boy. 

Are you ready to Spread the Love by adopting? Click HERE to learn more about the process! Know a friend is looking for a horse? Spread the word about Horse Adoption!

Versatile Equine

Want some help with your horse? Troubleshooting or maybe just fine tuning? Daniel Harris with Versatile Equine is back February 17 & 18 and available for sessions with private horse owners! Email us if interested to sign up.

Daniel will spend the balance of the weekend working with the amazing MVHR herd, helping each of them gain skills to move towards adoption. Is there a horse you have your eye one? This weekend would be perfect to meet them and spend time with Daniel to get to know your next horse!

Volunteers and visitors don't miss this incredible opportunity watch, as there is so much to learn! Spectators are always welcome, and there is no charge (although donations are always welcome). Don't miss this amazing opportunity! 

Upcoming Programs

Mini Horse Heroes ~ Registration Opens Feb 16!

Mini Horse Heroes returns this Spring, and Diego & Sophie can't wait to see you all back at the ranch! Registration for Spring/Summer dates for MHH opens on Feb 16, 2024. The first session will be on Saturday March 9, 10am-12pm. 

Summer Day Camp 2024!

Registration Opens March 13!

This extra snowy winter sure makes us look forward to Summer! It isn't too far away with only 111 days till our first Summer Day Camp! 

Registration opens March 13th and we'll be offering a Day Camp Curricula of Horse Heroes, Horse Glamour and H.O.P.E Day Camps. So mark your calendars! To read up on these programs, click the link below!

Leadership Openings

Do you have special skills or expertise that you would consider sharing with MVHR by joining the organization's leadership?

Mountain Valley Horse Rescue has opportunities for people passionate about horse welfare who are interested in growing their participation with the organization to lend their expertise for the benefit of horses by joining the volunteer Board of Directors. If you are interested in learning more about applying for one of the open seats, please review detailed information HERE and submit a Letter of Interest via email to info@mvhr.net

MVHR BROKERAGE ACCOUNT with EDWARD JONES

Did you know MVHR has a brokerage account that you can donate to…and that you can make a gift to the horses this way? Donating stocks offers benefits for both you and MVHR. We are so grateful for the donors that have already committed to doing so. For more information on how to donate to our account with Edward Jones, contact your broker or email marleen@mvhr.net.

MVHR ENDOWMENT FUND at YVCF

MVHR made a big step in 2023 and established the MVHR Endowment Fund at the Yampa Valley Community Foundation. If you'd like to learn more about donating to the Endowment Fund, please click HERE.

Additional ways to help the Horses all year long!

The City Market Community Rewards program is a really easy way to give back. This program makes it possible for you to donate through the shopping you do every day. By using your Shoppers Card, City Market/King Soopers makes a donation to the horses on your behalf! No extra cost to you! Once you link your Shopper’s Card to MVHR, all you have to do is shop at City Market and swipe your Shopper’s Card. Click HERE to set this up today for your grocery shopping! It only takes a few minutes and helps the horses greatly!