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What We Do
The Wild Horse Sanctuary is a non-profit, tax exempt, public foundation and almost 5,000 acre preserve dedicated to the protection and preservation of America's wild horses. It is currently supported by contributions from individuals and organizations with a wide range of backgrounds that share a common concern for wildlife, the environment, and our American heritage.
What we do
Public Awareness
Increase public awareness of the historical value of America’s wild horses and burros and support humane solutions to the problems that threaten their existence on public lands.
Integration of Wild Horses
Demonstrate that wild horses and burros can co-exist on open range in ecological balance with many diverse species of wildlife including deer, black bear, bobcat, mountain lion, wild turkey, gray fox, and over 150 species of birds.
Management Model
Provide a model for the responsible management of wild horses and burros in their natural habitat.
Collaboration
Collaborate with other organizations committed to improving the well-being of wild horses and burros and be a voice for America’s wild horses and burros and encourage others to do the same.
Sponsor a horse
Sponsor a Horse
For as little as $50 a month, you can provide feed, shelter, and medical care for one of the 250+ horses on our land. Sponsor a wild horse and make a lasting difference by helping provide the food, care, and protection they need to live freely in their natural environment.
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Our History
Founded in 1978 by Dianne Nelson, the Wild Horse Sanctuary was established to provide a safe, permanent home for wild horses facing uncertain futures after government roundups. What began as a mission to protect these animals has grown into a lasting commitment to their care and conservation.
The Sanctuary
As one of America’s oldest wild horse sanctuaries, the Wild Horse Sanctuary has dedicated nearly 50 years to protecting and preserving wild horses and burros. Spanning almost 5,000 acres in Northern California, the Sanctuary provides a natural, lifelong home for over 250 wild horses and burros, allowing them to roam freely and live in family bands.
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How You Can Help
Your donation makes our mission possible, providing essential food, care, and a safe, lifelong home for the animals who depend on us. Give today and help preserve their future.
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Sponsor a Horse
Become a friend, we need you. Over the years many have joined in helping, but as effective and moving as these efforts have been, the Sanctuary and the wild horses still need your help.
Purchase from the WHS store
Browse our shopping corral and choose from a variety of products that include our current calendar, sweatshirts, t-shirts, baseball caps, posters & more.
Attend a event
Check out our Special Events page for updated news on our Open House and other upcoming events.
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Volunteer with us
We need reliable volunteers. We are looking for people who are willing to share their time and talent. From docents, to carpenters to fundraisers and roofers, we need you.
Make a Donation
Since 1978, we have been providing sanctuary for wild horses and burros. Your donations are used to feed the horses, maintain safe fencing, and much more!
Sponsor an Event
Sponsor our 2027 Open House and stand with America’s wild horses and burros. Local businesses get recognition in front of our community of supporters while helping protect the herds.
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We are a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible, our non-profit ID # is 95-3611770
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