A New Chapter Begins... Because Every Horse Deserves One.For years, Sunny Brook Stables has introduced children and families to the incredible world of horses through riding lessons, camps, and horsemanship education.But what happens when those beloved lesson horses grow older, require specialized medical care, retire from teaching, or simply need a different kind of support?For us, the answer has always been the same.They remain family.That commitment inspired the creation of Red Heart Horse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing lifelong sanctuary, rehabilitation, retirement, rescue, and humane stewardship for horses in need.Today, every horse in the Red Heart herd was once part of the Sunny Brook family. They taught children to ride, helped build confidence, and created lifelong memories. As their needs changed, our commitment to them never did.Now, we're beginning an exciting new chapter.Our move to Milton will provide:More space for retired and sanctuary horses to thriveLarger turnout areas and improved daily managementCloser access to emergency veterinary services and equine specialistsExpanded educational opportunities for children and familiesGreater volunteer and community engagementA permanent home where horses can live with dignity throughout every stage of lifeThis move isn't simply about relocating.It's about strengthening our promise that every horse entrusted to our care will always have a place to call home.How Your Gift HelpsEvery donation helps provide the resources needed to safely transition our herd and prepare their new home.Your generosity supports:❤️ Safe transportation for our horses❤️ Veterinary care and emergency preparedness❤️ Specialized feed and medications❤️ Stall and pasture preparation❤️ Fencing and safety improvements❤️ Equipment and supplies❤️ Sanctuary operations❤️ Lifelong care for senior, retired, rehabilitating, and special-needs horsesNo matter the size, every gift helps us continue keeping our promise to the horses who have given so much to others.

River: The Horse Who Teaches Us to TrustBlind. Gentle. Resilient. Loved. Sponsor River Some horses change lives simply by being who they are. River is one of those horses.While we cannot know exactly where River's journey began, we know that his story could have ended very differently. A compassionate horse lover rescued River from a livestock auction after learning he was going blind and facing an uncertain future. Today, River's story is one of hope. We estimate that River is approximately 18 years old. He is fully blind due to a progressive medical condition and requires daily medication and ongoing veterinary care. Despite years of neglect and previous injuries, River continues to thrive through consistent care, treatment, and the love of a community that believes every horse deserves a meaningful next chapter. River is one of the gentlest horses you will ever meet. He patiently stands for grooming, welcomes affection from visitors, and carries himself with a quiet dignity that inspires everyone who meets him. Although he cannot see, River navigates the world through trust. His best friend is a rescued donkey, and together they remind us daily of the power of friendship, resilience, and second chances. When River first came into our lives, veterinary professionals recommended euthanasia due to concerns about his blindness and the challenges often associated with special-needs horses. Instead, we chose a different path. We chose hope. We chose stewardship. We chose River. Today, River lives safely and peacefully at Red Heart Horse, where he serves as a powerful reminder that a horse's value is not determined by age, ability, or circumstance. River is more than a rescue horse. He is an ambassador for compassion. He is a teacher of trust. He is proof that every life is precious. Most of all, River reminds us that sometimes the horses who cannot see become the ones who help us see most clearly. SPONSOR RIVER Your sponsorship helps provide: • Daily feed and nutritional support • Veterinary care and medications • Farrier services • Dental care • Specialized care for his blindness and medical needs • A safe and loving forever home Because every horse deserves dignity. Every horse deserves care. And every horse deserves a meaningful next chapter. Red Heart Horse Retirement, Rehab & Rescue

❤️ Become a Red Heart Horse SponsorHelp Build a Meaningful Next ChapterEvery Red Heart Horse has a story.Some spent years faithfully carrying riders before retirement. Others were rescued from neglect, rehabilitated after injury, or now require lifelong sanctuary because of age, illness, or special medical needs.At Red Heart Horse Retirement, Rehab & Rescue, we believe every horse deserves to live with dignity, purpose, and compassionate care—no matter their age, ability, or past.Your monthly sponsorship helps provide: Nutritious feed and hay Veterinary care and medicationsFarrier servicesSpecialized senior and hospice careSafe lifelong sanctuaryDaily enrichment, exercise, and compassionate stewardshipMore than providing care, your generosity allows each horse to continue making a difference through education, inspiring children, families, volunteers, and our community to learn the value of compassion, stewardship, and second chances.Choose to SponsorBecome a monthly sponsor and help provide a meaningful next chapter for one of our sanctuary horses.Every sponsor becomes an important part of the Red Heart Horse family.