Annual Report for 2013
To Our Members
Adoption Highlights
We took in a total of 37 horses, and had 28 adoptions for the 2013 year. This is double the adoptions that we have done in previous years. Two of the horse were returned through no fault of the horse, but we were more than happy to take Robin and Sky back into the loving arms of the rescue. We had the opportunity to return 3 horses to their owners this year as well.
Financial Highlights
This year we have also had several more fundraisers, than in previous years. A few of the fundraisers we had in 2013 that were new and we hope to build on were the benefit concert and grain drive, Actha trail ride, CMO ride, and several fairs. We had over 8 thousand brought in, in adoption fees, and tens of thousands donated in gifts and kind. Without those donations of hay, tack, grain, medical care, and dewormer we would not be able to help even half the horses we have been able to over the years.
Operating Highlights
We have made several improvements this year at the Sprague and Ford barns. Those improvement include but are not limited to replacing fencing, seeding pastures, cross fencing pastures, putting up saddle racks, starting an arena, and building shelters. We have also been able to add a third location for the rescue in the seven mile area. We have implemented new training programs and increased our youth involvement through showing at the fairs.
Looking Ahead
In the coming year we plan to continue to replace fencing with the hope of removing all the barbed wire at all locations. We will be expanding our fundraisers as well as hopefully increasing attendance to already existing fundraisers. The training program as well as the youth program will take a larger priority this year, as well as securing as much hay as possible before winter. We will also be partnering this year with the wounded warrior project to sponsor a day for the veterans and their families to come out and spend a day with the horses.
Adoption Highlights
We took in a total of 37 horses, and had 28 adoptions for the 2013 year. This is double the adoptions that we have done in previous years. Two of the horse were returned through no fault of the horse, but we were more than happy to take Robin and Sky back into the loving arms of the rescue. We had the opportunity to return 3 horses to their owners this year as well.
Financial Highlights
This year we have also had several more fundraisers, than in previous years. A few of the fundraisers we had in 2013 that were new and we hope to build on were the benefit concert and grain drive, Actha trail ride, CMO ride, and several fairs. We had over 8 thousand brought in, in adoption fees, and tens of thousands donated in gifts and kind. Without those donations of hay, tack, grain, medical care, and dewormer we would not be able to help even half the horses we have been able to over the years.
Operating Highlights
We have made several improvements this year at the Sprague and Ford barns. Those improvement include but are not limited to replacing fencing, seeding pastures, cross fencing pastures, putting up saddle racks, starting an arena, and building shelters. We have also been able to add a third location for the rescue in the seven mile area. We have implemented new training programs and increased our youth involvement through showing at the fairs.
Looking Ahead
In the coming year we plan to continue to replace fencing with the hope of removing all the barbed wire at all locations. We will be expanding our fundraisers as well as hopefully increasing attendance to already existing fundraisers. The training program as well as the youth program will take a larger priority this year, as well as securing as much hay as possible before winter. We will also be partnering this year with the wounded warrior project to sponsor a day for the veterans and their families to come out and spend a day with the horses.
Horse Adoptions Horses Returned To Owner
2010 - 12 horses 2010 – 1 horses
2011 - 10 horses 2011 – 8 horses
2012 - 12 horses 2012 – 0 horses
2013 - 28 horses 2013 – 3 horses
Horses Passed Studs Gelded
2010 – 3 horses 2010 – 0 horses
2011 – 2 horses 2011 – 4 horses
2012 – 5 horses 2012 – 7 horses
2013 – 11 horses 2013 – 8 horses
Horses currently available: 22 horses
Horses currently in quarantine/hold: 9 horses
Horses who are permanent residents: 3 horses
Horses who as of 1/30/2014 pending adoption: 4 horses
As of 1/30/14 Rough Start Horse Rescue has rescued 139 horses. We have adopted out 68 horses, returned 12 to their owners and gelded 19 studs.
Unfortunately in 2013 alone we have had to turn away 487 horses due to a lack of space and funds to care for that number of horses.
2010 - 12 horses 2010 – 1 horses
2011 - 10 horses 2011 – 8 horses
2012 - 12 horses 2012 – 0 horses
2013 - 28 horses 2013 – 3 horses
Horses Passed Studs Gelded
2010 – 3 horses 2010 – 0 horses
2011 – 2 horses 2011 – 4 horses
2012 – 5 horses 2012 – 7 horses
2013 – 11 horses 2013 – 8 horses
Horses currently available: 22 horses
Horses currently in quarantine/hold: 9 horses
Horses who are permanent residents: 3 horses
Horses who as of 1/30/2014 pending adoption: 4 horses
As of 1/30/14 Rough Start Horse Rescue has rescued 139 horses. We have adopted out 68 horses, returned 12 to their owners and gelded 19 studs.
Unfortunately in 2013 alone we have had to turn away 487 horses due to a lack of space and funds to care for that number of horses.
2013 Accomplishments
· 28 adoptions:
* 2 of which were returned to the rescue (through no fault of the horses).
* 3 of which returned to their loving homes.
· 8 geldings
· 37 horses rescued
· Crossed fenced both Sprague and Ford location
· Seeded Sprague and Ford pastures
· Built two shelters, Sprague location
· Continued clean-up of Ford and Sprague pastures
· Started to put in wood fencing in Ford
· Started a training program for youth
· Started Clint Anderson training program for the public
· Successful showings at Spokane and Lincoln County fair
· Hosted our first ACTHA ride successfully
· Obtained a 3rd location in 7 mile
· Continued to grow our Youth Programs
· Helped keep 15 horses in their homes with our Hay program
· Created a larger community presence
What we would like to accomplish 2014
· Raise awareness for Americas wild mustangs
· Continue to replace barbed wire fencing at both locations with wood fencing and barbless wire.
· Put up shelters at the Ford location
· Put in riding arena
· Continue pasture clean-up at both locations
· Finish the middle section of the main barn in Sprague
· Create round pen and training area at the Sprague location
· Obtain more horse panels
· Continue to create more fundraising opportunities and grow existing fundraisers
· Continue to grow our presence in the community
· Host WWP outing for veterans and their families
· Continue to form more outreach programs and educate the community on the problems with over breeding.
· Hold a gelding clinic
· 28 adoptions:
* 2 of which were returned to the rescue (through no fault of the horses).
* 3 of which returned to their loving homes.
· 8 geldings
· 37 horses rescued
· Crossed fenced both Sprague and Ford location
· Seeded Sprague and Ford pastures
· Built two shelters, Sprague location
· Continued clean-up of Ford and Sprague pastures
· Started to put in wood fencing in Ford
· Started a training program for youth
· Started Clint Anderson training program for the public
· Successful showings at Spokane and Lincoln County fair
· Hosted our first ACTHA ride successfully
· Obtained a 3rd location in 7 mile
· Continued to grow our Youth Programs
· Helped keep 15 horses in their homes with our Hay program
· Created a larger community presence
What we would like to accomplish 2014
· Raise awareness for Americas wild mustangs
· Continue to replace barbed wire fencing at both locations with wood fencing and barbless wire.
· Put up shelters at the Ford location
· Put in riding arena
· Continue pasture clean-up at both locations
· Finish the middle section of the main barn in Sprague
· Create round pen and training area at the Sprague location
· Obtain more horse panels
· Continue to create more fundraising opportunities and grow existing fundraisers
· Continue to grow our presence in the community
· Host WWP outing for veterans and their families
· Continue to form more outreach programs and educate the community on the problems with over breeding.
· Hold a gelding clinic
Financial Summary
This year we were blessed by many donations from the community that allowed us to operate on the modest amount of cash flow we had from donations and fundraisers. The gifts in kind that we receive make all the difference when running the rescue on a modest twenty thousand dollar cash budget. The hay that is gifted as well as the board, pasture, training, grain, medical supplies, fencing, ect. is what makes this all possible, the rescue would not be able to operate without the generosity of our donors. Below you will find a chart that shows the breakdown of how money in the rescue is spent.
This year we were blessed by many donations from the community that allowed us to operate on the modest amount of cash flow we had from donations and fundraisers. The gifts in kind that we receive make all the difference when running the rescue on a modest twenty thousand dollar cash budget. The hay that is gifted as well as the board, pasture, training, grain, medical supplies, fencing, ect. is what makes this all possible, the rescue would not be able to operate without the generosity of our donors. Below you will find a chart that shows the breakdown of how money in the rescue is spent.
Notes to Financial Statements
Accounts
As you can see the rescue survives on donations of goods and not much cash. We cannot express how important those donations of goods are, without the generosity of the people who donate their land, hay, grain, and money for needs like vet services, we could not operate. Thank you.
Debt
We are proud to say that we operate only within our means and at this time have no creditor debts for the rescue. We hope to maintain this for years to come.
Going Concern
We will continue to do fundraisers and seek monetary donations to pay for expenses such as vet bills, and feed bills that are not covered by the donations and gifts of goods.
Takeaways
We are a 501c3 public charity, every donation is tax deductible. We can’t do this without the support of the communities we serve. If you would like to see improvements in the rescue but can’t donate money or goods, please consider donating your time and talents to help make this the best rescue in the Northwest. We are after all your Rough Start Horse Rescue.
Accounts
As you can see the rescue survives on donations of goods and not much cash. We cannot express how important those donations of goods are, without the generosity of the people who donate their land, hay, grain, and money for needs like vet services, we could not operate. Thank you.
Debt
We are proud to say that we operate only within our means and at this time have no creditor debts for the rescue. We hope to maintain this for years to come.
Going Concern
We will continue to do fundraisers and seek monetary donations to pay for expenses such as vet bills, and feed bills that are not covered by the donations and gifts of goods.
Takeaways
We are a 501c3 public charity, every donation is tax deductible. We can’t do this without the support of the communities we serve. If you would like to see improvements in the rescue but can’t donate money or goods, please consider donating your time and talents to help make this the best rescue in the Northwest. We are after all your Rough Start Horse Rescue.
Contact Information:
Jay Freeman
President 509-796-2660 Rough_start@yahoo.com 
Ashley Giese
Vice President 509-796-2660 Rough_start@yahoo.com |
Kelly Altiero
Treasure 509-796-2660 rescuehorses@outlook.com 
Gina Habbestad
Secretary 509-796-2660 Rough_start@yahoo.com |