A healthy horse starts from the ground up.

During National Farrier Week, Brooke USA celebrates the skilled farriers who dedicate their lives to improving equine welfare and recognizes the essential role hoof care plays in keeping working equines healthy and active.

Through our Native American Equine Welfare Initiative, Brooke USA is partnering with Reservation Veterinary Services (RVETS) and the Equitarian Initiative to bring essential veterinary services, farriery care and education to Native American communities.

This groundbreaking initiative is creating a future filled with hope by:

- Providing critical hoof care and veterinary services for horses in need
- Training local youth in farriery skills to support their communities
- Building sustainable equine welfare solutions for generations to come

Every trim, every treatment and every lesson creates a healthier future for horses and the people who depend on them.

Read the story of hope and see how your support is making a difference.

On June 30, supporters around the world came together for Brooke USA’s third annual Dorothy Brooke Giving Day, celebrating the extraordinary legacy of the woman whose compassion transformed the lives of thousands of war horses and continues to inspire our mission today.

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible community, and a generous match from Vicky and Eric Busch, Brooke USA raised more than $20,000 in Dorothy Brooke’s memory!

Every gift helps provide lifesaving care, education and advocacy for working horses, donkeys and mules around the world — carrying Dorothy’s vision forward for future generations.

Thank you to everyone who shared, donated and helped us honor Dorothy’s enduring legacy.

As part of Dorothy Brooke Month, Brooke USA hosted a special conversation with Grant Menzies, author of Dorothy Brooke and the Fight to Save Cairo’s Lost War Horses.

During this inspiring webinar, Grant shared the remarkable story of Dorothy Brooke — a woman whose determination, compassion and love for animals changed the course of equine welfare history.

If you missed this special conversation, you can now watch the recording and discover the incredible journey behind Dorothy Brooke’s mission. Email Karen Moon (karen.moon@brookeusa.org) for your access to the recorded webinar.

Your Legacy Can Change Lives August is National Make-A-Will Month

Your story. Your values. Your legacy.

August is just around the corner, and it is Make-A-Will Month, a perfect time to create or update your will and ensure your wishes are protected for the future.

Through Brooke USA’s planned giving resources, you can create a lasting impact for working equines while providing for the people and causes you love.

Whether through a bequest, beneficiary designation or another planned gift, legacy giving allows you to continue making a difference for generations to come.

Brooke USA offers free tools and resources to help you take the next step.

Nearly a century ago, Dorothy Brooke walked into the streets of Cairo and refused to look away from the suffering of thousands of former war horses left behind after World War I. She didn’t simply witness injustice — she took action. Her compassion, courage and determination sparked a movement that continues to protect working equines around the world today.

During Dorothy Brooke Month, Brooke USA honored her legacy by bringing her voice to the halls of Congress.

Over three days of advocacy meetings on Capitol Hill, Brooke USA joined coalition partners from the Animal Welfare Institute, American Association of Equine Practitioners, Species Unite and the Virginia Partnership for Horses to meet with members of Congress and their staff about the urgent need to end the global donkey hide trade.

Together, we shared the devastating realities facing donkeys worldwide. Millions of donkeys are threatened by slaughter to supply the demand for ejiao, a gelatin made from donkey hides. This cruel trade not only impacts donkey populations but also threatens the communities that depend on these animals for transportation, agriculture and livelihoods.

We met with the offices of more than 20 members of Congress, sharing stories from the field and advocating for stronger protections through the Ejiao Act (H.R. 5544) — legislation that would help protect donkeys and address this devastating crisis.

Like Dorothy Brooke, we believe change begins when people are willing to speak up. Advocacy is about showing up, building partnerships and ensuring that working equines are seen, valued and protected.

The meetings on Capitol Hill are just the beginning. We need your voice to help encourage lawmakers to support the Ejiao Act and stand up for donkeys around the world.

Join the fight to protect donkeys today.

Where Horses, Music and Philanthropy Come Together

The artistry of dressage meets the power of live symphonic music when Brooke USA’s Divertimentos & Dressage returns to the Tryon International Equestrian Center on Thursday, October 8.

Now in its sixth year, this signature equestrian event brings together world-class riders, magnificent horses and live orchestral accompaniment for an unforgettable evening celebrating the connection between horse and rider — all while supporting Brooke USA’s mission to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules around the world.

Guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind performance featuring choreographed dressage freestyles accompanied by the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, creating a breathtaking experience where music and movement come together in perfect harmony.

Founded by Brooke USA Board Member and Foothills Regional Advisory Council Chair Sally Frick, Divertimentos & Dressage has grown from a local celebration of horses and music into Brooke USA’s signature fundraising event, inspiring performances in Wellington and Ocala, Florida.

Featured riders include Brooke USA Ambassador and international dressage rider JJ Tate and Olympian Julio Mendoza, with additional performers to be announced.

Join us for an extraordinary evening of elegance, artistry and purpose — where every ticket helps provide lifesaving care and support for working equines and the communities who depend on them.

An Afternoon of Polo, Fashion and Philanthropy Benefiting Working Equines Worldwide

Polo, fashion and philanthropy come together when Brooke USA’s Ponies & Pearls returns to New Bridge Polo & Country Club on Sunday, October 18.

Now in its fifth year, this beloved Aiken tradition celebrates the community’s rich equestrian heritage while supporting Brooke USA’s mission to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules — and the people who depend on them around the world.

Guests are invited to embrace the spirit of the occasion with their favorite boots, Western-inspired style, a touch of Brooke USA orange and, of course, pearls for an unforgettable afternoon featuring:

This year’s celebration also honors legendary horsewoman Ina Ginsberg, whose lifelong dedication to horses and the Aiken equestrian community has inspired generations of riders and horse lovers.

“Ponies & Pearls reflects everything that makes Aiken’s equestrian community so special — its generosity, its love of horses and its commitment to giving back,” said Katie Roth, Chair of Brooke USA’s Aiken Regional Advisory Council.

Join fellow equine advocates for a memorable afternoon where tradition meets purpose. Every ticket and sponsorship helps provide critical care, education and support for working equines and the communities who rely on them.

Become an Equine Guardian: Small Monthly Gifts, Lasting Global Impact

The work of protecting vulnerable working horses, donkeys, and mules around the world depends on compassion—and consistency. That is why Brooke USA invites you to become an Equine Guardian, a special community of supporters whose monthly gifts provide reliable, year-round support for the animals and families who rely on them.

Joining is simple, meaningful, and flexible. A monthly gift—of any size—adds up to powerful impact over time, and every contribution is tax-deductible.

When you become an Equine Guardian today, you help provide hope, safety, and dignity for countless equine-human partnerships tomorrow.

Start your monthly impact today by becoming a Guardian at www.brookeusa.org/guardians

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If you’re interested in how to help at this moment, your Donor Advised Fund could bridge the gap in our funding – making sure that our core programs continue uninterrupted while we navigate these challenging times.

Many of our donors choose to give from their assets such as stocks, gifts from their IRA, and grants from Donor Advised Funds to receive even larger tax savings.   

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