Make a difference today.
How to Make a Donation
To ensure your generosity has the greatest possible impact, we highly recommend donating through our Zeffy platform, where 100% of your donation goes directly to the horses. Unlike other platforms, Zeffy does not deduct processing fees. Donations made through our website, PayPal, and Patreon may include percentage-based fees.
If you prefer to donate by mail, we gratefully accept checks or money orders. Please send them to:
SoulShine
c/o Live Lucky Equine Rescue
440 Main Street
Avon by the Sea, NJ 07717
Please make checks payable to Live Lucky Equine Rescue.
We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Tax ID: 86-3824896
All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
You may also donate via:
Why Choose to Help Live Lucky Equine Rescue?
Because They Didn’t Choose This Life.
These horses arrive neglected, frightened, and forgotten, but still trusting humans. Your donation is often the first act of kindness they’ve ever known.
Because Healing Takes Time.
Rescue doesn’t end after they have been saved. It takes months or years of daily care to restore a horse’s health and spirit. Monthly sponsorships make that healing possible.
Because They Can’t Ask for Help.
Horses suffer silently. They depend on us to speak for them. When you give, you become their voice, their protection, and their second chance.
Inspire Others.
Your generosity can motivate friends, family, and colleagues to do the same.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Live Lucky Equine Rescue is a registered nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. After donating, you’ll receive a receipt for your records.
Tax ID: 86-3824896
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Every dollar goes directly toward the care and protection of our rescued horses, including:
Daily feed and hay
Veterinary care and medications
Farrier services
Safe shelter and pasture maintenance
Rehabilitation and long-term care
We prioritize the horses’ needs first and your generosity keeps them safe, healthy, and loved.
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Absolutely! We welcome compassionate individuals who want to make a hands-on difference. Volunteer opportunities may include horse care support, barn help, fundraising assistance, and community outreach.
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Yes. In-kind donations are incredibly helpful and allow us to stretch our financial resources further. Common needs include:
Hay and feed
Blankets and halters
Grooming supplies
Medical or barn supplies
Gift Cards to Tractor Supply
Credits on medical accounts for veterinary services (Colts Neck Equine Associates)
Please reach out before donating items so we can confirm current needs.
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Yes. You can make a heartfelt tribute gift in honor or in loving memory of someone special, human or equine. These meaningful donations transform love into lasting care, directly helping rescued horses heal, feel safe, and thrive.
For tribute gifts, we also offer engraved plaques that are proudly displayed on our farm, creating a permanent reminder that a life, a bond, or a legacy of compassion continues to make a difference.