HERD Foundation

HERD Foundation A nonprofit organization in Delray Beach. Transforming lives through the healing powers of horses.

Happy International Women’s Day from the incredible women of HERD Foundation! 💪💙 Today, we celebrate the strength, leade...
03/09/2025

Happy International Women’s Day from the incredible women of HERD Foundation! 💪💙 Today, we celebrate the strength, leadership, and dedication of the women on our E-Team and Board, whose passion drives our mission forward every day.

Here’s to empowering, uplifting, and making a lasting impact together! ✨

Our Co-Founder, Rhonda Fritzshall, will be a guest panelist at the EMPOWER HER event next Tuesday, March 11th. Please ch...
03/07/2025

Our Co-Founder, Rhonda Fritzshall, will be a guest panelist at the EMPOWER HER event next Tuesday, March 11th.
Please check out the flyer and attend if you can! All proceeds benefit Wayside House!

Just a few days away! 🦋

🎟️ Get your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empower-her-inspire-connect-impact-tickets-1261606481949?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for a morning of inspiration, networking, and powerful conversations to celebrate International Women's Day—all in support of Wayside House.

📅 Tuesday, March 11
📍 Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce
🎤 Keynote, panel discussion & networking

All proceeds benefit Wayside House, empowering women on their recovery journey.

We’re proud to announce that HERD Foundation has earned the 2025 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency!🌟This is the highe...
03/03/2025

We’re proud to announce that HERD Foundation has earned the 2025 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency!
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This is the highest recognition a nonprofit can receive for openness and accountability. It means we share detailed financials, impact reports, and key insights so our supporters know exactly how we’re making a difference.

Your trust means everything, and we’re committed to operating with integrity as we continue to serve our community. Thank you all for being part of our journey! 💙 🐎

Find our profile on Candid to learn more: https://app.candid.org/profile/9746416

02/18/2025

**🏡✨ American Dream TV: Healing Through Horses with The HERD Foundation & Delray Beach’s Mayor | Hosted by Michelle Sadownick** Join **Michelle Sadownick**...

We are profoundly grateful to Just One More Foundation for their generous grant supporting HERD Foundation's Freedom Pat...
02/16/2025

We are profoundly grateful to Just One More Foundation for their generous grant supporting HERD Foundation's Freedom Patch programs. Their investment enables us to expand our equine-assisted healing services for veterans and their families. Just One More Foundation's dedication to community impact exemplifies their commitment to meaningful change.

Thank you for advancing our mission to serve those who have served. 💙🐴

Learn more about Just One More Foundation at justonemorefoundation.org

The HERD Foundation was proud to participate in Mission United's Veterans Services Event at Palm Beach State College! 🎓H...
02/07/2025

The HERD Foundation was proud to participate in Mission United's Veterans Services Event at Palm Beach State College! 🎓

HERD Co-Founder Rhonda and Equine Specialist Tiffany, along with our incredible alumni Ken and Scott, had the opportunity to connect directly with veterans and share how equine-assisted learning can support their journey of personal growth. 🐴

We're grateful to be part of a strong network serving our 70,000+ local veterans in Palm Beach County. Special thanks to Mission United and Palm Beach State College for bringing the community together. 💙

Learn more about our equine-assisted learning programs or support our mission: www.herdfoundation.org

We're honored to be featured on American Dream TV with Michelle Sadownick, showcasing how The HERD Foundation transforms...
02/05/2025

We're honored to be featured on American Dream TV with Michelle Sadownick, showcasing how The HERD Foundation transforms veterans' lives through equine therapy at our Delray Beach facility. 🐴

Our mission is to provide equine-assisted services as a prevention program designed to empower individuals to achieve personal development through connected relationships between humans and horses.

Watch as Rhonda, Sarah, and Scott demonstrate this powerful connection and its impact on healing.
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Support our mission of healing through horses - donate today:
https://www.herdfoundation.org/donate
Watch the full episode on Michelle's channel:
or on https://youtu.be/sUBhIFBStzs?si=V2B3Z6lGQGkwDQZo

**🏡✨ American Dream TV: Healing Through Horses with The HERD Foundation & Delray Beach’s Mayor | Hosted by Michelle Sadownick** Join **Michelle Sadownick**...

It's finally warmed up today, but these past few chilly days had our herd rocking their winter fashion! 🐴❄️Swipe to see ...
01/31/2025

It's finally warmed up today, but these past few chilly days had our herd rocking their winter fashion! 🐴❄️
Swipe to see our crew staying warm and stylish! Who else is glad the warmer weather is back? 🌞

It's an exciting day at HERD Foundation!We are so grateful to announce that HERD has been selected to receive $11,550 fr...
01/27/2025

It's an exciting day at HERD Foundation!
We are so grateful to announce that HERD has been selected to receive $11,550 from Evergate Stables in association with the 16th Annual Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments® (GCC).

The Great Charity Event will be held this Saturday. Please follow them at

Their generosity will help support HERD's mission to provide equine-assisted services to our Veteran community.

🎉 This weekend, we have been celebrating Stephanie Kukich, an incredible Equine Professional and an indispensable part o...
01/26/2025

🎉 This weekend, we have been celebrating Stephanie Kukich, an incredible Equine Professional and an indispensable part of HERD Foundation! 🎉

With her expertise as a National Certified Counselor and deep commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-based Equine-Assisted Services, Stephanie brings compassion, wisdom, and dedication to every session.
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Join us in wishing Stephanie a Happy Birthday! 🎂

01/20/2025

At HERD Foundation, these words deeply resonate with the transformative moments we witness in our arena.

Every day, we see how peace isn't just a destination - it's present in each gentle interaction between veteran and horse, in every quiet moment of connection, and in every step of the healing journey.

Dr. King's wisdom reminds us that the path to healing is itself part of the healing.
We honor his legacy by continuing to create spaces where peace can be found in the present moment, where connections build bridges to understanding, and where hope takes root in the simple power of being present with another living being.

Happy Birthday to our incredible President of the HERD Board, Erin McNamee!!!We are so grateful for you and we hope that...
01/17/2025

Happy Birthday to our incredible President of the HERD Board, Erin McNamee!!!
We are so grateful for you and we hope that you have the best Birthday! 🙌🎂🐴

The Freedom Patch Program: Where Veterans and Horses Connect ✨In our arena, something magical happens when veterans conn...
01/14/2025

The Freedom Patch Program: Where Veterans and Horses Connect ✨
In our arena, something magical happens when veterans connect with horses. The horses here ar HERD Foundation create a sacred space where healing unfolds.

Through Freedom Patch, veterans discover new pathways to connection - both with our remarkable horses and within themselves. Each session brings moments of peace, understanding, and belonging that extend far beyond the arena.

This isn't just a program. It's a journey of rediscovery, where the wisdom of horses helps guide veterans back to themselves and to deeper connections with others.

Join us in the arena. Your journey begins here.
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www.herdfoundation.org

01/01/2025
⏳Only 2 Days Left to Make a Tax-Deductible Donation! ⏰As 2024 draws to a close, your support can create more healing mom...
12/29/2024

⏳Only 2 Days Left to Make a Tax-Deductible Donation! ⏰
As 2024 draws to a close, your support can create more healing moments between veterans and horses in our arena. Every peaceful connection, every breakthrough, every smile begins with caring people like you.
Your donation is tax-deductible, and now it's easier than ever to give—because we're officially part of Pledge!

🇺🇸 What Makes Pledge Special?
Pledge allows you to donate quickly, securely, and transparently. Plus, they amplify the power of giving with innovative tools like donation matching and seamless integration with other platforms. By giving through Pledge, you're not only supporting HERD Foundation—you're part of a community revolutionizing how we make a difference.

Donate Today: ⬇️
https://www.pledge.to/organizations/83-2268455/herd-foundation

Your contribution ensures more veterans can experience the transformative power of connecting with our herd. Join us in bringing peace and healing to those who've served.

The President of the HERD Board, Erin McNamee, was a guest on Erick Bricker’s Good Counsel Podacst recently. Please list...
12/22/2024

The President of the HERD Board, Erin McNamee, was a guest on Erick Bricker’s Good Counsel Podacst recently.
Please listen:

Erin McNamee is a doctoral level psychotherapist in private practice. She is also the co-founder of the Family Recovery Collective, an online educational platform for the family members of individuals with substance use disorders. On this Episode, Erin talks about the inspiration behind the Family Recovery Collective, her experiences in the Peace Corp, Codependency, and Psychodrama.  💻 ericbrickerlmhc.com
🎙️Good Counsel Podcast available on streaming platforms

     

🌟 Celebrating Our Freedom Patch II Graduates!We are filled with pride as we recognize two extraordinary veterans who hav...
12/19/2024

🌟 Celebrating Our Freedom Patch II Graduates!

We are filled with pride as we recognize two extraordinary veterans who have completed our advanced Freedom Patch II program. Their dedication to deepening their healing journey and building meaningful connections continues to inspire us all.

These life-changing programs exist thanks to our generous community. As year-end approaches, your tax-deductible donation can help more veterans access these transformative experiences.

Make a difference today:
www.herd foundation.org/donate

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Delray Beach, FL
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Healing Power of Horses

Rhonda Fritzshall, Co-Founder and Facilitator of HERD FOUNDATION 501c3 and Founder of Equine Assisted Healing LLC equine- inspired experiential learning programs located in Delray Beach Florida.

Herd translates to family in horse language. Horse wisdom is concerned only with the present, and there you will find gratitude, connection, and peace. When you enter into a relationship with a horse, you have opened the door to your soul, your authentic self. Acutely attuned to human emotions; horses offer us honesty and non-judgemental feedback. They show us what works and what doesn't work, and what's essential in relationships with self and others. They can help us become unstuck, where we may be emotionally blocked. They don't obsess or hold on the things. Horses model self-care, taking responsibility for their own needs, actions, and decisions. They don't turn their backs on their herd mates and show us how "mutual wins" create harmonious relationships and community. Survival for horses depends on sticking together. Safety, comfort, food, and play are the most important values for horses. I am incredibly grateful to witness the power of healing when humans and horses partner.