Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance

12/20/2024

Hey everyone. Looking for a couple strong teenagers to help me on the farm for a few hours tomorrow Saturday December 21. Monroe NC. W Sandy Ridge Rd. I can pay a little bit but not a lot. Donations are extremely low, and being a non profit all donations go toward the horses. Please text me at 7042193559. Thank you. If anyone would like to help with donations I would truly appreciate it. Zelle or PayPal. Use my phone number. 7042193559. Thank you.

12/16/2024

A sure sign of spring on December 16. Long tails and showing off for the girls. Our weather is certainly changing.

10/14/2024

Hey everyone. What an amazing day. I wasn’t able to get enough donations to fill the tractor trailer so we decided to get a flatbed to take much needed supplies to folks in dire need. Flatbed came about 9:30 this morning and the work began. We collected over 200 bales of hay, horse blankets, fencing, miscellaneous horse supplies, warm weather clothes, and a few new stuffed animals for the children. A huge thank you to everyone that donated. Thank you to Joanie & Eric for donating their time and the flatbed. Thank you to all the volunteers that moved over 200 bales of hay from the trailer to the flatbed that was jam packed, even the back seat of the truck. A big thank you to Tommy for connecting me with an individual with the United States Air Force. All of these folks working together made this happen very quickly.

The flatbed left, went to the designated area where chinook helicopters were waiting to load and air drop all done the same day. One of the reasons I held on to the hay is I was concerned if it went in storage it would begin to mold.

If I get enough interest I will do this again in 2-3 months.

Again, a huge thank you to everyone that made this happen. Have a good evening, continue to pray not only for the folks that lived this nightmare and all the volunteers that are helping. Big hugs. Darlene

10/11/2024

UPDATE!!! Anything you have that is in good condition, or new can be dropped off at the address below. Winter clothing, blankets are very much needed. Truck will be picked up on Sunday. Please share!! Thank you.

Hey everyone. I’m so so sorry for this short notice. The colder weather is starting to set in. Animals & people are in need of warm clothing,

I still have the 48ft trailer at the farm. I am still working with Stanly county Sheriff Dept getting as many supplies as I can. I will be home all day tomorrow to take in supplies.
Suggestions for horses:
Feed
Hay
Salt blocks
Blankets.
Think about what you use ever day for your horse.

People
Any type of warm weather clothes for men, women and children
Coats
Boots
Gloves
Hand warmers
Scarfs
Hats
Sweatshirts
Long underwear
Blankets
And maybe some stuff animals a child can have to cuddle
Please make sure all these items are new or gently used and clean.

I believe the tractor trailer will be leaving this weekend.

Drop off: 1123 W Sandy Ridge Rd Monroe NC. 28112
7042193559.

Thank you
Darlene.
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10/09/2024

Hey everyone. I’m not even sure how to start this post. Many of you know that CERA farm is located in Monroe,NC. Which is approximately 2.5 hours from Black Mountain, one of the hardest areas hit by Helene.

My heart continues to be shattered by the catastrophic damage that Helene caused.

I have watched the videos, listened to people begging for help to be rescued, over 200 people have died and over 1,000 are still missing, per the news channels.

I’m also hearing stories of looting, towns that have too many supplies and towns that no supplies. People are furious with the government, FEMA and other large organizations. People posting AI photos, some say the media isn’t doing enough to cover the devastation. And now conspiracy theories. And the list goes on.

Damnit!!! Why, for once can’t people be truthful!!! There are lives involved and not only people but animals. Who can we believe? What charities are legit in what they say & do? And of course the scammers are out trying to collect donations.

Why can’t these people that are so dishonest help for once instead of thinking about only theirselves. The politicians, the last thing I want to see right now is an ad to vote for someone running for office.

There are good people out there that are risking their lives to save lives. I commend everyone that is at the front lines willing to help these people get back to a some what normal life asking for nothing in return.

And now Milton is approaching. What will that bring? How many more lives will be lost?

I’m mad, I’m mad as hell and at the same time my heart is shattered, I have never cried so much as I have in the last week and a half.

Please tell me how everyone is coping? Me, I clean, taking my frustrations out on a floor, mucking stalls etc. If my hands are idle I think but if I’m doing something it helps me cope.

We need to all come together and help each other the best way we can. Even if it’s just to take the time to listen. I have received calls from California, Utah, Montana, Maui and several other places. The first thing they say to me is thank you for answering the phone. No one else will answer.

I will continue to pray, send positive energy and thoughts to everyone.

You are more than welcome to comment, call or PM me, but please if you are going to comment anything negative it will be deleted. I do not need or want to hear it. Love and hugs to all.

Darlene.

10/05/2024

Needed to take a break. Molly and I are in our happy place. I’m cleaning a dirty barn and Mol is keeping me company enjoying this gorgeous fall day. Listening to Willie Nelson radio.

10/03/2024

CERA’s trailer will join the Stanly County Sheriff’s department in traveling to WNC. They already have the paper work and permits, so we will be part of their convoy!!! Stanly County has gone above and beyond and will continue to ensure that all of the donations actually get delivered to the places where they are needed most! The teams they have already sent to the western part of N.C. are working around the clock helping communities in desperate need.
Some items that are needed the most: Buckets, feed bowls, fencing, containers to store feed, dewormers, halters, lead ropes, blankets, etc.

Please only new or gently used clean items. If you have any grain to donate you can bring it Friday between 2:00-7:00. We are hopeful that with your help, this trailer will be headed to WNC this weekend. Please feel free to share.

Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance
Address: 1123 W Sandy Ridge Rd. Monroe, NC. 28112
(704) 219-3559

Thank you all so very much!

10/03/2024

What a wonderful sound Helicopters flying over the farm. 🙏💖

10/02/2024

UPDATE:
If you have and and grain to donate you can bring it Friday between 2:00-7:00. The trailer will be headed to Burnsville this weekend.

I have some awesome news!!! Our trailer will join Stanly County Sheriff’s department in traveling to Burnsville NC. They already have the paper work and permits so we will be part of their convo!!! We will be escorted by Stanly County Office!!!! We are definitely blessed!!

Now let’s load this monster up!! WOOHOO!!

10/02/2024

Good morning. I wanted to let you know that if you want to help the horses effected by Helene, you are more than welcome to make a donation with my PayPal,Zelle or Venmo. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PUT IN COMMENTS Helene. These funds will be spent for fuel to transport the tractor trailer and any left over will go toward fuel for other helicopters and trucks. My vet has that info which I will get and make sure that money goes to the appropriate folks.

And please continue to pray. I truly believe in miracles and God will help all we need to do is pray.

You guys are the hero’s not me. I’m only organizing this donation drop. All of you are the angels, and I’m so grateful to all of you. 💖. Use my phone number for Zelle 7042193559. Thank you again.

10/02/2024

The following is from a friend of mine her name is Renee & she lives in Maui.
She called to encourage me to continue doing what doing. She also told me about what happened to this little island a year ago. I cannot tell you not to take the trip to deliver supplies, do what you feel needs to be done. But keep in mind you man get turned away. And be prepared for what you may see. Please be safe.

Here’s Renee’s comments:

As you know, we live on Maui. Last year our island was almost destroyed by fire. It was and is very, very bad. We lost an entire city! We had 8 fires the same day. Many homes, ranches, business were destroyed. Everyone in this planet wanted to help. People flew here from all over the world! No one knew what to do! People were turned away, upset, supplies left to rot, medicine not delivered, etc. No one...NO ONE knew what to do! People slandered us, the authorities, the government. People got very upset. So, please, PLEASE find out HOW to help before you do anything! Find out what, where and how! This is a massive tragedy and many loses so it takes a bit to get it going! PLEASE follow locals where you want to help and LISTEN! PLEASE pay attention to what is needed, where it's needed and how it's needed! I know what I am saying AS I LIVED IT. Our prayers and tears are upon you all...

10/01/2024

UPDATE!!!

If anyone has some time during the drop off times listed below I sure could use help loading and organizing the trailer. Thank you so much for opening your hearts. 💕

Hey everyone. The tractor trailer is here!!
Here are the day and time schedule for drop off of non perishable horse supplies. We will take feed and hay later.

October 2. Wednesday 2:00PM-7:00PM

October 3. Thursday 2:00PM-7:00PM.

October 4. Friday 2:00PM-7:00PM.

Please only new or gently used clean items.

Address: 1123 W Sandy Ridge Rd. Monroe, NC. 28112.

LETS LOAD THIS BABY UP & GET ANOTHER TRAILER TO SEND!!!

Please SHARE. SHARE. SHARE.

THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH. I AM SO PROUD TO BE PART OF THE HORSE COMMUNITY!! YOUR THE BEST!!

Darlene Kindle.

10/01/2024

UPDATE!!!!

I have a 53 ft tractor trailer coming next few days. If you want to help with NONPERISHABLE HORSE ITEMS you can bring them here. I would like those loaded first. The last items I will load will be hay and food, right before the trailer leaves. I will have designated days and times for drop off. Please only new and gently used items.
Think about what your own horse uses every day. That is what is needed.
Buckets, feed bowls, containers to store feed, dewormers, fly spray, halters, lead ropes, blankets and so much more.

We will keep the trailer here until we get the ok to travel to our designated drop off area. Thank you so so much.

Darlene Kindle
7042193559

09/30/2024

URGENT!!
From Fleet of Angels. Please share to all.

Please have anyone (Individual owners and small rescue operators) who have equines that were affected by the hurricane apply for a microgrant for emergency horse hay, critical supplies, fence repair materials, or vet care at www.FleetOfAngels.org

We have received many, many applications so it will take some time to get through them all, but we endeavor to help everyone who qualifies as much as we possible can.

Fleet of Angels is an award-winning nonprofit service organization dedicated to helping equines affected by natural disasters and other major emergencies.

09/30/2024

Hey everyone. My heart is very heavy today. All day long I have been answering calls, reading and responding to messages in regard to the damage that tropical storm Helene has left behind. I feel helpless and my heart is shattered along with being an empath. The stories I’ve been told are just unimaginable. The videos of a grown man crying his eyes out because the waters were so high that his horses drowned. If I was 30 years younger I would be right there to do whatever is needed.

But for now all I can do is pray for the people and the animals. All of you know the deep love I have for animals. Tomorrow will be day 5 since the storm hit. Many people and animals are still on the mountain and can’t get down.

Dear Lord, I know you have the power to calm storms, restore lives, and heal what has been broken. Please be with the folks that continue to wait for help. Allow me to provide encouragement and comfort from afar and give them the peace they need that I know can only come from you. Amen.

09/27/2024

Hey Everyone. For those of you that are within the path of hurricane Helene please be safe. Here in NC we are suppose to see the worst between 4:00AM and 10:00AM. Please be safe. Please don’t shrug this one off. This hurricane is huge. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Check on your family, friends and neighbors. Please don’t assume they are fine. Help each other out. Put aside any differences you may have. It’s the right thing to do. As far as the animals I have done everything in my power to make sure they are safe and have supplies for after Helene moves on. It’s in Gods hands now and I will be praying not only for CERAS animals but all that may be in danger. Make sure your phones are charged. Please be safe. Big hugs to all. 🥰
Darlene.