Freedom Valley Rescue

We have a request to bring in 3 owner surrenders. I don’t know how to say yes anymore. The funds are just not there. I don’t mean to sound like a pity party, but it has been so hard to raise funds for anything.

I have spent days upon days applying for grants, emailing businesses, networking, physically going into places and our mission just does not resonate with people it seems.

The supporters we have on social media have literally carried us this last year, but I know you guys are tired. I know you’re tired of, not just FVR, but all the animals rescues constantly in dire need.

I don’t know what else to do, I don’t know how to help or fix it for us, let alone anyone else.

I have called in favors, asked for loans, applied for everything you could imagine and we are just told no or not responded to.

Yet, and come for me if you want to, these other “rescues” can raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in a month- tens of thousands in a weekend- I have always said if FVR was ever given the opportunity to experience those kinds of numbers- the good we would do.

I see so many rescues closing their doors, honestly…. I get it.

I’ve done a lot of reflecting the last couple of months and I honestly I don’t know how I’ve managed to fight this long. We could use some prayers and some good vibes right now.

(Pictured: Cowboy, not available for adoption)

The Heart Behind the Transformation ❤️🐴

These photos are a powerful reminder that rescue isn’t magic.

The horse in the bottom photo didn’t become the horse in the top photo overnight. This transformation took dedication, patience, consistency, and love.

Today, we want to recognize Logan for the incredible work she put into rehabilitating Teller. 💙

When others see a healthy, happy horse, they often don’t see the countless feedings, grooming sessions, health checks, training days, and moments of simply showing up when no one is watching. They don’t see the commitment it takes to look at a horse in rough shape and believe in what they can become.

Logan did.

She invested her time, her energy, and her heart into giving this horse a second chance. Because of that commitment, this horse was able to heal, regain condition, build confidence, and become the beautiful horse standing proudly today.

Rescue is rarely glamorous. It’s hard work. It’s dirty work. It’s emotional work.

But moments like this remind us why it matters.

Thank you, Logan, for seeing the potential, putting in the work, and proving once again that second chances change lives. 🐴❤️

The difference between these two photos isn’t just time. It’s dedication.

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