Safe Harbor Sanctuary is a 100% volunteer-run, foster-farm based equine rescue organization based in Middle Tennessee. We focus on retraining and re-homing off the track Standardbreds and community outreach to improve the welfare of horses and humans in our region.
Funded primarily by private donations from people like you, we complete full assessments of animals and provide training when needed to help ensure a lifetime home. We are passionate about horses, educating our communities, and making sure our animals find the right people.
Animals in our organization are never subject to time limits or age limits.
Sanctuary Residents
These horses will live out their lives in our care, due to health or behavioral traits that deem them ‘unadoptable’ to the typical owner.
Each sanctuary resident is available for sponsorship at a donation of $150 per month, which helps us cover their basic care needs.
Kix
Tech Fall ("Duke")
Manhattan's Praise Worthy "Paisley"
If you think you see neglected animals:
Under Tennessee law, nonprofits like Safe Harbor cannot directly seize animals and hold owners accountable for their condition. Rather, we work with law enforcement and private individuals to resolve these sad and difficult situations, often whether or not charges are filed or legal holds are necessary.
Some guidance is outlined here. Diligent follow-up is often necessary.