Equine Rescue Donation FAQs

We often get questions about donating to Eye of the Storm Equine Rescue.


Where exactly does the money go?
Horse care, horse care, and nothing but horse care. Nearly a dozen horses have been rescued, rehabilitated, or purchased to remain with Eye of the Storm permanently. This facility is run completely by volunteers. There are no salaries or expense funds. (This web site is donated by a local web creation firm.)

Through the cooperation of local businesspeople and help from volunteers, we're able to keep expenses as low as possible, but providing for these animals is still costly. Here are a few examples of costs for just one horse . . .

• Grain for one week: $12
• Basic shoeing: $45
• Hay for one month: $40
• Annual shots: $45 
• Winter blanket: $70
• Emergency vet call: $90 - $300

(These are 2002 numbers)

Are donations tax-deductible?
Absolutely! We are a 509(a)1 non-profit foundation, and every cent of your donation is tax-deductible. This means that your donations can help YOU to lessen your tax bill. For instance: If you're in the 40% tax bracket and you donate $100 to Eye of the Storm, your federal income tax is lowered by $40, so your donation actually costs you only $60.

We are listed on guidestar.com, a national database of non-profit organizations. If you have any questions about our tax-deductible status, please contact our IRS representative:
Kevin Kahmann, ID #31081, Telephone: (877) 829-5500

Can I designate my contribution for a particular horse?
Yes. If you'd like to help sponsor a specific horse or pony, we'll send you a photo and profile so you'll know more about that horse's history and special needs.

Is there a minimum contribution amount?
No! We're delighted to accept donations in any amount. We also appreciate donations of needed services, equine horse-care products and feed. If you've recently lost an equine companion, and would like to donate your left-over (good quality) hay or grain, please give us a call. Check our wish list to see what else we need!

There is no such thing as an insignificant
donation. Every penny counts!

Just click on the button above to make an on-line donation.
Be sure to let us know if you would like a gift.
Or mail
your check to:

Eye of the Storm Equine Rescue 
Forest Edge Farm 
PO Box 218 
Stow, MA 01775 

We are extremely grateful for your
interest and help. You are making it possible for these beautiful
animals to have a permanent, safe and loving home.