Drifter's Hearts of Hope

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Drifter's Hearts of Hope

Drifter's Hearts of Hope is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization committed to circumventing the horse-slaughter pipeline. OUR MISSION
Rescue. Rehabilitate. Re-home.

Repeat. OUR HISTORY
In 2014, Drifter's Hearts of Hope was founded to give at-risk horses a second chance at a forever home. The organization's namesake is a papered Quarter Horse: a champion roping horse who ended up as a stray after an injury. He went from being found on the side of the road to the heart horse for the organization that would become Drifter's Hearts of Hope. HOW TO HELP
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edication and ongoing support of the community around us, DHOH continues to increase it's reach and impact in the horse community. We've seen many of our rescues go to wonderful loving, forever homes, all through the efforts of the members and supporters of DHOH. Want to get involved and help us save horses? Check out our How to Help page, make a tax deductible donation , or contact us today! The Annie Project, Founder
C Lazy U decided to take the auction out of the equation and, in the summer of 2017, started sending Drifter’s Hearts of Hope the horses from their herd that were no longer good fits for their program. These horses were various ages, some older, some just into their teens, but all could not continue as working dude ranch horses. They could still be amazing pleasure horses, and we found each horse had amazing qualities that potential adoptees were enamored by. We found all of these horses homes within weeks of their arrival to our rescue. We decided to call our program "The Annie Project" in honor of Annie. We have now expanded our program to the Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association and have already enrolled several more dude and guest ranches and we are working on expanding our reach throughout the state, neighboring states, and one day, the nation! Learn more about The Annie Project and how to become a partner: http://www.driftersheartsofhope.org/the-annie-project.html

The Right Horse Initiative, Adoption Partner
As a partner in The Right Horse Initiative, we’re proud to support a national movement reframing the conversation about equine adoption. The Right Horse Initiative is a collective of industry professionals and equine welfare advocates working together to improve the lives of horses in transition through a dialogue of kindness and respect. Drifter's Hearts of Hope is working with The Right Horse Initiative to promote the bond between horses and humans. We are good people for good horses, and everyone who loves horses has ownership in this movement. To learn more about The Right Horse Initiative, visit www.therighthorse.org.

01/18/2025

Still want to Deck the Stalls? We have some awesome holiday gifts for you! 🎁

We’re starting the bidding now on a one month membership to Club Greenwood for you, you and your partner, or your whole family! The retail value is $408, and we’ll start the bidding at $100 🏋️

Bid away by commenting the dollar amount you’d like bid until 5pm tomorrow! We’ll announce the winner tomorrow night - get your bids in now for this awesome gift! Thanks again to Club Greenwood for their generosity! ❤️

01/17/2025

DHOH "Brandy" will be making her way back to the rescue over the next few weeks. She’s an awesome gal, anyone would be lucky to know her! ❤️

This 25 year old mare was a riding school horse in her past life. She is broke, broke, broke, willing to walk, trot and canter on cue and both direct and neck reins. She has been adopted out for the past 5 years and is being returned through no fault of her own. She's a great horse! 💕

Submit an adoption application so you’re ready when she is 🤗😅

01/16/2025

If anyone needs an extra blanket for their horse for the incoming arctic weather, you are welcome to come grab one! We don’t have anything fancy but we do have extra blankets! Send us a message

01/16/2025

🐴 From Our Herd to Your Heart - Meet this week's DHOH companion horse, Goose! 🐴

Looking for a loyal friend who’s all heart (and hooves)? This week’s featured companion horse is ready to trot into your life and bring endless moments of companionship for you and your current horse(s) ❤️

Goose is a lovable gelding in his late teens who’s a true barn favorite! With his easygoing nature and low-maintenance needs, he’s a joy to have around. Goose is currently on daily Equioxx to keep him feeling his best and gets along with everyone in the pasture effortlessly.

His adoption fee is $200 to a fantastic, forever home. Interested? Submit an adoption application on our website! ✨

01/16/2025

Have you always dreamed of seeing wild horses? Here’s your chance! 🦄

Thank you so much to The Wild Horse Refuge for donating a personally guided tour for up to 4 people! Grab a few friends and head out for the experience of a lifetime! 🐴

We’re starting the bidding in the comments NOW and it’ll wrap up at 5pm today. Starting bid is $100. Good luck!! 🎊

01/16/2025

Are you a Yellowstone fan?? 🐴🐴

DHOH “Rip” is an 13 year old, 16hh, registered Quarter horse gelding who came to us from the C Lazy U guest ranch where he was the a member’s personal horse. In his life prior to the ranch Rip was a fancy cow horse with fabulous training put on him.

He is now looking for a lighter riding setup as the mountains ended up being too hard on him. He isn’t 100% sound and does require equioxx, joint maintenance and front shoes.

Rip has impeccable ground manners, a sweet puppy dog personality and is fabulous on both the trails and in the arena. He’s looking for an intermediate rider with a light seat.

His adoption fee is $1, 000 💕 Please submit an adoption application on our website if you’re interested in this hunk!!

01/13/2025

To the Secret Santa that sent all these delicious treat balls for our horses….

The horses say THANK YOU!!!!

The weather was frightful on Thursday and everyone had cabin (stall) fever…. These treat balls kept them entertained and happy all day!

It is so fun getting surprise gifts for the horses delivered to your doorstep! We just love it! Thank you, Secret Santa! 🎅 ❤️🐴

01/09/2025

🐴 From Our Herd to Your Heart - Meet this week's DHOH companion horse, Kiowa! 🐴

Looking for a loyal friend who’s all heart (and hooves)? This week’s featured companion horse is ready to trot into your life and bring endless moments of companionship for you and your current horse(s) ❤️

Kiowa is a charming (& handsome) horse in his early 20s who’s as low-maintenance as they come! This easy keeper lives out on pasture, requires no medication or special care, and gets along wonderfully with other horses. While Kiowa can no longer be ridden due to a pronounced trip, he’s perfectly pasture sound and content. He’s ready to bring his gentle spirit to your herd.

His adoption fee is $200 to a fantastic, forever home. Interested? Submit an adoption application on our website! ✨

01/09/2025

DHOH “Outlaw” is progressing wonderfully in training with Sam Grogan!

Outlaw took a 3 month break from training in the fall and went back to Sam’s in the beginning of December. He is just over 30 days under saddle and he’s doing GREAT!!!

This youngster’s training has been a big investment and we thank Colorado Unwanted Horse Alliance for a training grant which has made it all possible! 🐴

A huge thank you to Sam Grogan for his skill and horsemanship which is shaping Outlaw into a solid citizen of the equine world. 🙏

Stay tuned for adoption information on this bright, 3 year old gelding as he progresses in his training.🙏🎉

01/02/2025

🐴 From Our Herd to Your Heart - Meet this week's DHOH companion horse, Django! 🐴

Looking for a loyal friend who’s all heart (and hooves)? This week’s featured companion horse is ready to trot into your life and bring endless moments of companionship for you and your current horse(s) ❤️

He’s in his teens and is not on any medication or maintenance. He’s an easy keeper that lives on pasture currently. He gets along well with other horses. He has mild kissing spine which prevents him from being ridden, but he’s pasture sound and happy! ❤️

His adoption fee is $200 to a fantastic, forever home. Interested? Submit an adoption application on our website! ✨

01/01/2025

🥳Happy New Year!! 🥳

As we gallop into a new year, we would like to wish all of our friends, followers, supporters, adopters and volunteers a fantastic and prosperous 2025!

Reflecting on 2024, we are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported us over the years—your generosity and compassion have made an incredible impact. Thank you for being part of our journey and helping us change the lives of so many horses! 🩷

12/28/2024

We have been so blessed recently with amazing people willing to adopt companion only horses❤️🐴🙏

A huge congratulations to Sherri Christensen on the adoption of the very special, DHOH “Nemo”! Nemo joins another DHOH graduate , Dime, at his new home… each of them having only one eye each! 👀

Thank you, Sherri, for having a huge heart for the imperfect horses, you are a beautiful human. ❤️

We will miss you, Nemo!! 💛

12/25/2024

We didn’t get any snow for Christmas but Santa’s reindeer did stop by for a drink on Christmas Eve. ❤️

Merry Christmas from all of us (including the reindeer) at Drifter’s Hearts of Hope!

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12/24/2024

Who remembers sweet, DHOH “Davies”?
When Davies herd mate passed away he was lonely and his family decided to bring him back to the rescue. Right at that same time a wonderful family was looking for a companion horse for THEIR horse that had recently lost a companion.

The timing was perfect and Davies only had to change residences once and he went straight to his new forever foster home with Catherine and Gary Wyngarden.

Thank you, Catherine and Gary, for taking great care of Davies and for giving him a home 🎄🐴❤️ Davies looks so happy! 🎉

12/21/2024

Still want to Deck the Stalls? We have some awesome holiday gifts for you! 🎁

We’re starting the bidding now on a one month membership to Club Greenwood for you, you and your partner, or your whole family! The retail value is $408, and we’ll start the bidding at $150🏋️

Bid away by commenting the dollar amount you’d like bid until 5pm tomorrow (Sunday the 22nd)! We’ll announce the winner tomorrow night - get your bids in now for this awesome gift! Thanks again to Club Greenwood for their generosity! ❤️

12/21/2024

A huge thank you to you secret Santa’s out there that have sent us some goodies from our Christmas Amazon wish list!!! It is SO FUN to receive surprise presents for the horses, it makes our day! 🎄🐴🎁 The horses particularly enjoy the cookies! 😉

It’s not too late for those late shoppers if you want to send a little pressie for the ponies! 🙏 our wish list is in the link below! Thanks all!

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https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/9lTMTgM?ref_=wl_share

12/18/2024

Hay Bank information:)

Colorado Unwanted Horse Alliance funds 2 hay banks across the state. These hay banks are set up to help horse owners that are facing short term setbacks or financial issues. The idea of providing hay for these horses and owners is that it will help horses stay in their home and out of danger.

The hay banks are located in the south east part of the state at Blue Rose Ranch Horse Rescue & Adoption and in northern Colorado at LASSO Equine Therapy and Rescue.

Keep these hay banks in mind if you know any horse owners struggling to feed their horses 🐴

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9555 Deerfield Road
Franktown, CO
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+13035215726

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http://Driftersheartsofhope.org/

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DHOH “Outlaw” is progressing wonderfully in training with Sam Grogan! Outlaw took a 3 month break from training in the fall and went back to Sam’s in the beginning of December. He is just over 30 days under saddle and he’s doing GREAT!!! This youngster’s training has been a big investment and we thank Colorado Unwanted Horse Alliance for a training grant which has made it all possible! 🐴 A huge thank you to Sam Grogan for his skill and horsemanship which is shaping Outlaw into a solid citizen of the equine world. 🙏 Stay tuned for adoption information on this bright, 3 year old gelding as he progresses in his training.🙏🎉

DHOH “Outlaw” went back to training with Sam Grogan at the beginning of the month. He’s doing great and progressing well! Here is a video of ride #2!!! 🎉 Outlaw is a promising youngster (he will be 4 years old in April) and he will be looking for his forever home soon! Stay tuned! 🙏🐴❤️

Sleigh bells are ringing, and the horses are singing! 🎶✨ Join us for Deck the Stalls, today at 11am, where holiday magic meets the barnyard🌟 What’s in Store: 🎠 decked-out stalls 🎁 Meet our festive four-legged friends ☕ Hot cocoa + holiday treats = pure joy 🎶 Jingle-worthy music and good vibes 🐴 Don’t rein it in – grab your crew and gallop on over for a holly-jolly good time!

There are a few newer, smaller rescues out there that are doing good work. We need these new rescues to succeed and grow because there is no shortage of horses that need saving! Houghton Healing & Therapy is one of those rescues. They are having a “Bingo night” fundraiser on December 7th to raise money for some extensive vet bills… and we are hoping they get lots of support! More info on their fundraiser in the comments… but check out this video of a neglected pony they rescued recently… they are doing great work ❤️

DHOH “Mighty” has come so far! Thank you so much, Kasey Berry, for doing such an incredible job with this guy!! Amazing work! Mighty first came to us as an unhandled yearling from the kill pen. ❤️

How CUTE is DHOH “Jazz” and his little girl?!? Absolutely love this video. Jazz was the last Annie Project horse we took in and he came from Smith Fork Ranch in Crawford, CO. We did a lot to get him feeling better and every penny we spent was worth it… his smile says it all! ❤️❤️❤️

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