The Foundation for the Horse, the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and among the leading nonprofits advancing equine health and welfare, has received a $1 million gift from Pennsylvania horse owners and equine enthusiasts Robert “Bob” and Toni Mallet.
This is the largest single gift in The Foundation’s 29-year history. The Mallets’ generosity will allow The Foundation to expand its direct care of domestic horses in need and establish new grant opportunities for many years to come.
“Unfortunately, some horses need to be rescued and my wife and I feel strongly about the abuse and neglect of these magnificent animals.
Therapeutic riding gives older horses a second career, and they seem to enjoy their work. These horses need veterinary care, which, in some cases the center cannot afford.
Our hope is this fund will inspire others to support Horse related or animal charities of their choice.” said Bob Mallet.
Bob, a retired businessman, and his wife Toni, both longtime equestrians, live on a second-generation horse farm. The couple share a passion to help horses in need and worked with their longtime equine veterinarian and AAEP member Dr. Jim Zeliff of Allegheny Equine to connect with The Foundation for the Horse to develop this new opportunity.
The Mallets’ remarkable contribution will serve as the cornerstone for an array of transformative grants and pioneering initiatives, all dedicated to ensuring the well-being of many cherished equine companions.
Through the Foundation for the Horse, these funds will empower programs designed to provide essential care for horses in need within the U.S.
Source: aaep.org
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