Our Core Values
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Integrity: We maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and value transparency and honesty in our communications, relationships and actions.
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Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for the quality and lasting results of our work and for the commitments we make to our staff, volunteers, board members, partners and donors.
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Respect: We value and celebrate the unique and diverse talents, experiences and perspectives of everyone, and treat each other with sensitivity and respect.
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Creativity: We go beyond conventional ideas and approaches to new possibilities to ensure real and lasting positive change.
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Stewardship: We pride ourselves for our proactive and holistic role in managing our animals, property, funds, and individuals who support Gift Horse Equine Connection through donations, gifts in-kind and time.
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Education: We are dedicated to educating the public about equine related issues and strive to solve these issues in a compassionate and conscientious manner.
Gift Horse Equine Connection is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to heal equine and human trauma using mindful interactions in a therapeutic setting. Our horses are rescued from neglect, abuse and abandonment situations. We provide a safe and loving sanctuary, as well as rehabilitating the horses to be able to interact with humans.