Sponsor a Horse

Sponsoring a horse is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact in our community. Your generous contribution supports the board, daily care, medical treatment, training, and other costs associated with the care of your sponsored horse.

Our program wouldn’t exist without them. It is because of our amazing herd that we can bring joy and healing to the many youths, adults, and military veterans in our community. But we can't do it alone … we need your help.

Will you sponsor one of our program horses and provide direct care to our beloved herd today?

Horse welfare is essential to helping fulfill our mission as a nonprofit. Horses at HBC are cared for by a compassionate and experienced team of staff, volunteers, and veterinary professionals. We provide this level of care not only for the benefit of our horses’ health and state of mind but also with the knowledge that the better we care for our horses, the better they can help us fulfill our mission.

Horse Sponsorship Levels:

  • Platinum Sponsor - $ 5,000 per year (or $ 417/mo.)

  • Gold Sponsor - $ 2,500 per year (or $ 209/mo.)

  • Silver Sponsor - $ 1,000 per year (or $ 84/mo.)

  • Bronze Sponsor - $ 750 per year (or $ 63/mo.)

  • Horse Hero Sponsor - any amount between $500 - $749


Not ready for sponsorship but still want to make a donation? Click here to make a contribution of any amount. All donations are appreciated! And learn about other ways to give.

What you can expect:

  • A fully deductible-tax contribution, where applicable by law

  • Select the horse you would like to sponsor, or we can pick one for you. Scroll down to meet our horses.

  • Your name and/or company name on our website in the Sponsor section

  • Your name and/or company name in the horse’s profile on our website

  • A photo update from your horse during the year (for annual sponsors)

  • An annual meet ‘n’ greet visit with your horse (for annual sponsors; new in 2023)

  • Your name and/or company name on our sponsor/donor recognition wall (new in 2023)


What if the horse I want to sponsor is already taken?

We love that you have a favorite horse! Our horses have a way of wiggling into the hearts of our supporters. If the horse you select is not currently available to sponsor, we would be happy to work with you to select another horse and/or program, rider fund, or project that is close to your heart. Contact us here.

Meet our Horses

  • GABE

    Breed: Shire
    Age: 19
    First Year of Service: 2016
    Show Name: Gabriel
    Interests: Being incredibly handsome

    Gabe is large enough to carry adult riders and sweet enough to be a willing lesson buddy for younger riders. His sweet disposition and obvious good looks make him a fast favorite for anyone he meets. He may be our most photogenic herd member! Gabe is a beautiful mover as a Dressage horse and has a history as a vaulting horse on the Big Island.

  • JET

    Breed: Quarter Horse
    Age: 31
    First Year of Service: 2011
    Show Name: Freckles Mana Jet
    Interests: Applesauce & belly scratches

    Jet is a beloved elder team member. Many of our riders had their first lesson on Jet, helping them gain confidence to ride independently. Jet has logged more than 11 years of service in our programs. Prior to that, he was an all-round kinda guy, participating in roping, barrel racing, and Dressage shows. He still has lots of spunk and will do anything for a good belly scratch.

  • TEDDY

    Breed: Draft Cross
    Age: 23
    First Year of Service: 2017
    Show Name: Notorious
    Interests: Making staff look for his lost fly mask and bell boots in the pasture

    Teddy is a sweet guy who carries youth and adult riders of varying abilities. He is kind, curious and responsive, making him a steady program horse. Teddy excels in mounted lessons for independent and emerging-independent riders. He is a wonderful teacher on the ground and in the round pen. He’s an awesome guy!

  • SCOUT

    Breed: Morgan Cross
    Age: 15
    First Year of Service: 2016
    Show Name: Ferrari’s Ironman
    Interests: Sniffing out peppermint treats from a mile away

    Scout has a big personality and an even bigger heart. He is strong and smart, making him a wonderful candidate for groundwork, working in the round pen, and mounted lessons in the arena. Scout has a devout fan club who know his sweet spots (and his favorite sweets) well.

  • GRIZZ

    Breed: Belgian Draft
    Age: 28
    First Year of Service: 2021
    Full Name: Grizzly Baldwin
    Interests: Following the leader

    Grizz spent most of his life as a trusted trail horse on Maui. His size (16.3 hh) and incredible good looks made him a fast favorite—Grizz is our newest herd member. He loves being around people and his horse buddies. Grizz’s steady personality and quiet demeanor make him a wonderful lesson buddy for youth and veteran participants.

Mahalo to our current sponsors

Have questions about sponsorship? We’d love to get in touch.