Become a Horses for Mental Health Program Partner
Join a Global Movement Advancing Equine Assisted Services for Mental Health and Wellbeing
Key Dates & Deadlines
Applications Open
October 23, 2026
Application Deadline
January 31, 2027
Acceptance Notifications
By February 15, 2027
How it Works
For 31 days in May, participating organizations run fundraising campaigns under the shared global banner of Horses for Mental Health.
Organizations are provided:
Campaign Toolkits
Social media assets, storytelling templates, press releases, fundraising tips, and on-going support
Global Exposure
Inclusion in HMH press, media, and ambassador outreach
A Collective Movement
Organizations benefit from being part of something bigger—raising awareness while telling their unique story locally
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from programs offering equine-assisted services for mental health and personal growth, including:
- A U.S. nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status
- A registered charity in your country
- A for-profit program with approved fiscal sponsorship from HMH
- Programs working with licensed mental health professionals and/or trained facilitators
- Organizations serving diverse populations across mental health and personal growth
All Program Partners are reviewed to ensure alignment with Horses for Mental Health values and standards.
Our Review & Qualification Process
To protect the integrity of the campaign and the people and horses involved all applicants are thoughtfully reviewed based on:
- Professional qualifications and relevant training
- Program experience and scope of services
- Ethical practice and client safety
- Horse care, welfare, and management standards
- Overall professionalism and alignment with campaign values
This process ensures that the Horses for Mental Health campaign reflects the highest level of care, responsibility, and impact.
For-Profit Programs & Fiscal Sponsorship
For-profit programs are welcome to apply through Horses for Mental Health’s fiscal sponsorship pathway.
Fiscal sponsorship enables eligible U.S. based for-profit programs to:
- Participate fully in the campaign
- Accept tax-deductible donations
- Apply for grants and receive charitable contributions
- Receive ongoing year-round support beyond the May campaign
This pathway expands access while maintaining transparency, accountability, and mission alignment.
Click below to complete the fiscal sponsorship application for for-profit organizations:
Our work is made possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors, partners, and collaborators who believe in making mental health care that works available to all.
Founding Sponsor
Education & Certifying Partners
National Industry Partners
State Industry Partners
Media Partners
Friends of HMH
