F.R.I.E.N.D.S. was established in 1987 as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. We are Broward County Florida's oldest and largest horse rescue and only sanctuary. For the last ten years we have averaged right around 50 horses at any given time. We currently have 45 horses, 2 miniature donkeys and 1 hinny. We also have 2 sheep, 3 goats and 2 farm pigs. We use volunteer support to help care for the animals. People are really excited and eager to learn more about horses. While volunteering they learn the challenges of horse ownership, the cost, the time required and the hard work it takes to maintain them. We have people of all ages that like to help and interact with all of the animals. We hope to give them all the knowledge and experience they need to get their own horse if that is direction they are looking to go with. We believe having these tools will help them make a educated decision about what is best for them and their families. We have classes for children ages 6 to 10 year old. Most kids get intimidated by large horses so we use our Miniature Horses for these classes. The participants have no fear because they are comfortable with their size. We also except volunteers from schools, work places and individuals. There are many people that find sponsoring a horse is what they want and they stay with us for many years. Others will spread their wings and go take riding lessons and go on to show horses. We welcome and encourage everyone to come out to see the place and meet the horses and other farm animals.
Member Since: 2024