#GivingTuesday 2023
Giving Tuesday- The Global Generosity Movement
GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to use their individual power of generosity to support their communities.
GivingTuesday is held on the 1st Tuesday after Thanksgiving and is a generosity movement that was created in 2012 with the idea to create a day that encourages people to do good and is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.
Here at Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® (EEC, Inc.) it is our hope, that this year on Tuesday, November 28th, 2023, on #GivingTuesday2023, you will consider doing a great act of kindness by helping our charitable mission to serve those in need by donating to our nonprofit, Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® (EEC, Inc.).
To Donate Today to our PayPal Giving Fund Charity Fundraising Event, “Healing Hooves, Healing Hearts Giving Tuesday 2023 Fundraiser”, Click Here or visit our fundraising webpage: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8ZIET8nMyx.
Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® (EEC, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) US nonprofit charity (EIN 85-2173506) located in Portland, Oregon, USA, dedicated to bringing horses and humans together for individual, couples, and group mental health treatment, stabilization, and wellness to our local community, and to contribute to human-horse interaction research and growth nationally and internationally in a multiplicity of ways.
Our charitable mission and values are dedicated to addressing clinical issues and achieving treatment goals in psychotherapy treatment through safe and effective in-person equine-assisted services (EAS); advancing the science, professional practice, and knowledge of EAS in mental health wellness and treatment; and providing public initiatives for EAS benefits, awareness, accessibility, and affordability.
We deeply appreciate your consideration and sincerely thank you for taking the time to view our page and website. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any additional questions or to learn more about our programs. Click here for further information about Who We Are and our Programs and Services.
Additional Ways to Give & Contribute Today
The funds we raise today will directly benefit Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc. in many ways, and meet our goals including:
- Increase access and affordability for participants participating in mental health services incorporating horses
- Increase volunteer and training opportunities
- Increase diversity, equity, and inclusion of participants and volunteers in mental health services that incorporate horses
- Raising funds for expansion of our programs and services
- Raising funds for our new equine facility to help us afford quality care for our therapy horses
- Sponsoring scholarships for low-income clients and their families
- Sustainability of our in-person program and services to our local community
Why Your Generosity Matters
Imagine being able to make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues. Our nonprofit, Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® is dedicated to providing life-changing equine-assisted mental health services, research, education, and training to those in need. But we need your help to expand our services and reach even more individuals!
With your donor support, we can move our nonprofit to a larger facility, expand our days of operation, and bring in more therapy horses to provide even more support and care to those we serve. We are committed to providing a diverse, safe and supportive environment for individuals to engage with horses and experience the healing benefits of equine-assisted mental health.
Why Our Horses for Mental Health Programs & Services Matter
Did you know our Oregon community is facing a major mental health crisis?
•According to the Oregon Health Authority, 1 in 4 adults in Oregon experience a mental health condition each year.
•Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in Oregon, and the state’s suicide rate is higher than the national average.
•Oregon has one of the highest rates of depression in the United States.
•The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on mental health in Oregon, with many individuals reporting increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression.
•The shortage of mental health providers is a significant issue in Oregon, with many individuals struggling to access the care they need. Currently, there is a waitlist of clients interested to receive equine-assisted mental health care for 3-months to a year.
On the positive side, in Oregon, equine-assisted mental health programs and research conducted in Oregon are demonstrating that equine-assisted mental health is effective in improving mental health outcomes for those struggling with a variety of conditions. For example, research conducted in Oregon has found that equine-assisted mental health sessions have resulted in a reduction in post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms, a decrease in depression and anxiety, and improved relationship satisfaction. The results of this research have been truly inspiring!
Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® are so proud to be part of the movement to bring equine-assisted mental health to those who need it most. However, we currently have a wait-list of over a dozen clients and their families seeking services, and so we are desperately wanting to meet that need with accessibility by expanding our equine facility and therapy herd, and affordability by sponsoring sessions for low-income clients and their families.
Like & Follow Us
We invite you to stay connected with us by subscribing to our newsletter and following our social media pages for updates on our upcoming initiatives and programs:
- Newsletter: https://equineconnections.org/news-events/#subscribe
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/equineconnectionsinc/
- Instagram: http://instagram.com/eudaemonia_equine_connections
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/EEC_Inc
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnP6TE_XsoiGaRwmeOBzRFQ
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eudaemonia-equine-connections-inc/
Thank you once again for believing in our cause and helping us make a real difference in transforming lives. Together, we can continue harnessing horses’ power and bring hope to those who need it most!
Thank You For Your Support!
