STH 2024 Campaign
"Seen Through Horses (STH)" 2024 Fundraising Campaign
Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® Charity Partner - Oregon, USA
We are thrilled to announce that our Horses for Mental Health “Seen Through Horses May 2024” Fundraiser raised an incredible $4,702.39!
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our donors and supporters who made this possible. Your generous contributions will make a significant impact on our mission to provide equine-assisted mental health services.
THANK YOU for your unwavering support and dedication to our cause, and for believing in our organization’s mission to help make a profound difference in our community.
Together, we are making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Thank You For Your Support!
"Seen Through Horses" Fundraising Event Results
(May 1st to May 31st, 2024)
We raised $4,702 towards our $10,000 target! That‘s 47% of the total!
Donations for Our Programs & Services
Although, this campaign event is over, we accept monetary and non-monetary donations all year round. To donate to our equine-assisted services programs in mental health treatment and research, please visit our secure PayPal Giving Fund donation page at: https://www.paypal.com/US/fundraiser/charity/4696078 or click HERE on our organization’s donation webpage for additional information about donating to our nonprofit and tax-exemption opportunities, or
Any donation amount helps, even $5, and we are genuinely grateful for your support and belief in our mission.
Thank you!
Why Your Donor Support Matters
Imagine being able to make a genuine difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues. Since July 2020, 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 and groups to engage with horses and experience the healing benefits of equine-assisted mental health (EAMH).
The funds we raise this year will directly benefit Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc. in many ways, and meet our public charity goals to continue to provide and advocate for mental health services that incorporate horses.
Our fundraising goals include:
- Purchase and quality care for "Autumn", our new "unicorn" therapy horse
- Sponsor scholarships for low-income clients and their families to increase access and affordability for participants in mental health services incorporating horses
- Increase volunteer and internship training opportunities for adolescents (16+) and adults interested in remote and in-person clinical, equine, and general nonprofit volunteer employment experiences in mental health services incorporating horses
- Expansion of our programs and services at a new equine facility and assistance to afford quality board & care for our therapy horses
- Increase diversity, equity, and inclusion of participants and volunteers in mental health services that incorporate horses
- Sustainability of our in-person program and services to our local community
Why Our Programs & Services Matter to Our Community
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!
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About Us
**Watch a 5-Min Video Introduction for Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.®**
Welcome to Eudaemonia Equine Connections Inc.®! In this short 5-min video presented by our founder and executive director, Dr. Rebecca Wara-Goss, LMFT, Ph.D., PATH Intl. CTRI, ESMHL, we invite you to witness the transformative environment of our Equine-Assisted Counseling and Activities for Stability and Wellness Clinical Program, a PATH Intl. Center Member, where the powerful benefits of horses integrated into mental health counseling and learning are experienced.
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. For additional information, please get in touch with Us or visit us at https://equineconnections.org.
Horses for Mental Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to increase awareness, public engagement, funds, and access to programs incorporating horses for mental health and personal growth. They partner with nonprofit organizations, philanthropists, celebrities, influencers, and companies to realize their collective vision of a world where all mental health needs are met – together. They seek to strengthen engagement to create a community of inclusivity and diversity while increasing access to quality mental health programs incorporating horses that serve all groups of people.
At the heart of their foundation is the welfare of both horses and humans, and how they can impact each other to heal and thrive in incredible ways. For additional information visit them at https://horsesformentalhealth.org/.
Who We Are
We, at Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.®, are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and supportive environment for volunteers, individuals, and groups to engage with horses and experience the life-changing benefits of equine-assisted mental health (EAMH).
Here at Eudaemonia Equine Connections, Inc.® we are 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 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.
Meet Our Herd
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- “Truffles”
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- “Juniper”
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- “Lily”
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- “Autumn”
To learn more about our amazing equine partners, “Truffles”, “Juniper”, “Lily”, and “Autumn”, click Here or visit us at: https://equineconnections.org/eamh-program/#partner.
Fundraising Volunteers Needed!
Here’s how you can get involved for our STH 2025 fundraising campaign May 1st to May 31st, 2025:
1. Join our “STH May 2025” fundraising campaign team by visiting our Job Opportunities webpage and complete the secure online application, or by contacting Dr. Rebecca Wara-Goss at info@equineconnections.org
2. Interested campaign volunteers, please watch YouTube video for more information.
"Seen Through Horses" Horses for Mental Health 2024 Premier Partners
Thank You For Your Support!
Thank you 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!
