H.O.P.E. Organization Horse Rescue

We are totally dependent upon volunteers!

So You Would Like to Volunteer? Helping horses in need can be a rewarding experience, but consider what it will take before you commit to volunteering. Being a volunteer has great emotional appeal, but fulfilling a volunteer commitment can become a real burden if you have not carefully considered the realities of your responsibility. Before you make a commitment to volunteer, ask yourself the following questions. Be honest and realistic about your answers..

The barn is located in Olmsted Twp, Ohio - we do not list our barn address as we are not open to the general public. The barn address and office address are two separate locations. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to schedule visit/tour or to obtain directions to the horse barn (by appointment only)!

H.O.P.E. Horse Rescue Thanks Our Patrons

• Secure Online Donation through PayPal
  
• Secure Online Memorial Donation : Donate online to honor someone special with a tribute or remember a lost loved one with a memorial gift. We will send an acknowledgment of your gift to the recipient or family.
• Donations by Mail : Send donations to H.O.P.E. Organization, 24050 Sprague Rd., Olmsted Falls, OH 44138 This is a mailing address only, not the location of the horse facility.

Thank You ALL!

Gold Medal Patron ($5,000+)

Sue Sasak 2003 - 2007
Frank & Lauren Simna 2003 - 2008

Silver Medal Patron ($2,500 - $4,999)

Robin Heike 2006 - 2008
Josephine & William Wardle 2007 - 2008

Bronze Medal Patron ($500 - $2,499)

Anonymous Member
Mary Delmonte 2007, 2008
Gayle & Chris Farage 2006, 2007, 2008
Allison Milano 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Jeri O'Donnell 2007
Kenneth Oleksiak 2007
The Romain Family 2006
Kathleen Tompkins
Cathy & Craig Wallingford 2006, 2007
..... & Candy Sales at Key bank
Sondra Cotter & Sean Williams 2008

Dupli-Systems 2008
Key Bank 2007, 2008 SmartPak 2006
Mad Cactus in Strongsville 2006, 2007

Pony Pal Patron ($1 - $499)

Pat Agnello 2006, 2007
Linda Barberic
Wendy Barbis 2007
Fred Beech 2008
Scott Bessell 2007, 2008
Ed & Lillian Betor
Boxler Family 2007
Norman & Connie Bradley 2007
Stacy Brinko
Charles & Nan Brown
Laine Cardarella 2008
Sara Christensen 2008
Joanne Ciolek 2006
Deborah Ciprus
Malcolm & June Cole 2007
Jennie Cook
Theresa Dean 2007
Shelly Dedmon 2007
Kathleen Dembrowski 2007
Alicia Dupler
Leah Estle 2008
James & Linda Estle 2007 2008
Timothy & Jimmye Farage 2006
Jennifer Fischer 2007
Kathy Gall 2007
June Garrett 2008
Girl Scout Troop 2007
Jessica Gregory
Deborah Grether 2008
Rebecca Hall
Shannon Hanley
Claudia Heginbotham 2007
Helen Heike
Monica Heike
Marian Heyink 2007
The Hiller Family
Malorie Fink 2008
Marian Heyink 2008
Sarah Holforty 2008
Renee Hubeny
Jan Karpowicz 2007
Lynne Karr 2008
Liz Kraker
Adam Lenhoff
Sally Lockhart 2006, 2007
Luongo Family 2007
Terri Mahoney 2009
RoseAnn Maire
Patricia Makselan 2007, 2008
Erin Mandalfino 2007
Barbara Matthes 2008
Alison Mayborne
Katya Melott
Kimberly McCarthy 2007
Robin Mccorkhill 2008
Coleen McFarland 2006, 2008
Mia
Carmen Milano
Randi Mohr 2007
Ann Molski 2007, 2008, 2009
Vira Moroz 2007
Richard Mower 2008
Ann Murray 2008
John Myslenski 2008
Evelyn Neufeld, PH.D. 2008
Eleni Neuhoff (Douzos) 2006-2008
Ann M. O'Dell 2007
Shannon Oblinger
Barb Ott 2006, 2007
Michelle Orzo 2006
Patricia Papachristou 2008
Missy Peters
Joseph Petro
Christine Pitcovich 2007
Amy Price 2007
Mark Quick
Rosane Radziewicz 2007
Lori Riegler 2008
Teresa Robertson 2008
Pamela Sable
Martha Schill 2007
Sherrie Stringer 2008
Toyama-Ambrose Family
Kathleen Trahan 2007
Tonya Trevino 2008
Jennifer White
Lisa Willey 2008
Jeanne Williams
Jackie Wilson
Karen Wolff 2008
Julie Workman 2007
Dennis Yarmesch 2008
C&C Publishing Inc 2009
Country Supply 2008
Cuyahoga County OHC
Davis & Young 2007
Dupli-Systems 2008
Hal Stata Productions
RGI, Inc. 2008
Sidewinders 4H Club 2007
Sonnhalter 2007
Surface Works & Design 2007
Valley Tack Shop 2007
Avon Lake Saddle Club 2008

Special Purpose Monetary Donations - Thank You!

Memorials

In Memory of Chance, TWH 2007
In Memory of Jeanne Williams' Mom by Petrea Bianca 2008

On Behalf Of.......

In Honor of Johnell Mclean's Birthday by Kathryn Zellich 2008
On behalf of Emily S by Tonya Herne 2008
On behalf of Lauren Simna by Chris Mechling 2005
On behalf of Robin Heike by Connie Brittain 2008

Sponsorships

Fence (We are still waiting for the Township to approve our new fence)

Gloria Braun 2007
Davis & Young 2007
Mary Delmonte (2) 2007
The Farage Family (2) 2007
Mark & Robin Heike 2007
Alex & Loreene Ferguson 2007
Patrick McClain 2007
Mike & Christine Mechling 2007
Sidewinders 4H Club 2007
Frank & Lauren Simna (2) 2007
Slim & Chubbies 2008

Roof

Captain Paul & Gloria Braun 2007

Q: Why do you offer a membership?

A: H.O.P.E. is a public non-profit membership corporation. We have a membership to help with our equine expenses and rescue costs. We do not pay salaries to individuals, officers, or Board positions; however we still have to pay the vet, farrier, dentist and all of the expenses that go with owning and caring for each horse (feed, hay, wormer, bedding, etc) - not to mention rescue or auction fees. We also need to pay the monthly rent for our facility. And your membership tells us you believe in what we are doing and would like to see us continue!

Q: What is my benefit for becoming a member?

A: Members receive discounts for clinics, lessons, invitations to special events, discounts at some equine stores and are entitled to vote. You will receive a quarterly newsletter to keep you informed with what is happening at H.O.P.E. Active members in good standing, for one year, may also apply for open board or officer positions. Members may recommend ideas to the board which will help the organization grow.

Q: Why do you adopt horses to new owners and charge board to keep them at the rescue facility?

A: Everyone has to purchase their first horse somewhere, and why not at a rescue? We are not only a rescue, our mission is also to educate. I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to own one of these wonderful animals, if that is what they desire. And then by requiring them to board that horse with H.O.P.E. [Horse Outreach Program through Education] allows us to teach them all about the responsibilites of horse ownership and caring for their new companion. The board fee goes right back into the rescue to pay for bedding, feed, hay and rent. The adopter pays for their own vet, farrier, supplements, etc.

Q: What does "Under Adoption Contract" mean?

A: This means that the horse has a signed adoption contract on it; however, the horse is not yet paid in full, the adopter is making payments. H.O.P.E. is still the owner of that horse until the horse is paid in full. The adopter does pay a board fee which goes back into the rescue to pay for bedding, feed, hay and rent. The adopter pays for their own vet, farrier, supplements, etc.

A: The adopter is not required to be out every day and care for their horse, but they are required to be out at least 4 to 5 times per week. All of the horses are fed at one time, by one person. The stalls are cleaned daily and if the adopter comes out, they clean their own stall (along with the other horses stalls). If the adopter is not there on a particular day, that horse still gets the stall cleaned by a volunteer or officer. We would never let the horse sit in a dirty stall because the adopter could not be out on a particular day. This is just part of the duties of being a volunteer; as well as an adopter, since they are cleaning more than just their horses stall when at the barn. We all work together for the good of the horse.

Q: Aren't adopted horses then taking up space that could be used for other rescued horses?

A: Yes, the horse may be with us a little longer using a stall that could go to another rescue horse. However, we are trying to give that horse we did save, the best home possible. If the horse needs to stay with us a little longer to educate the new owner, then that is the right thing to do in our opinion. When that horse does eventually leave, we will be comfortable that the horse owner knows how to properly care for that horse and the horses chance for a better life are much greater. Unfortunately, there will always be a horse that needs to be saved, but you want to make sure that the horse you did save, has a better quality of life!!! Sometimes quality is better than quantity! This fits in perfectly with our mission statement.

John Gifford, DVM

Our primary vet. Dr. Gifford is a licensed accredited veterinarian in Ohio, Arizona and Montana whose practice concentrates in the overall health of your horse. He is a member of the:
~ American Association of Equine Practitioners
~ American Veterinary Medical Association
~ Society for Theriogenology
~ American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians

Liz Kraker

Liz is our tax advisor/accountant. Liz has owned her own business "LK Tax & Accounting Service" for 5 yrs. She has 14 years of professional experience in bookkeeping and tax preparation, as well as, audit respresentation. Liz has been a wonderful help with our financial portfolio. The Kraker family is also the proud adoptors of H.O.P.E. rescued horse Chico.

Ann Marie O'Brien, Esq.

Ann Marie is a long time horse owner, who began riding at age 5. She has mainly focused on hunters, equitation and dressage. She is a graduate of Hiram College and the University of Akron School of Law. She is a shareholder with the law firm of Davis & Young, L.P.A. Combining her love of horses with her profession, she is experienced in equine law, and has litigated on behalf of rescue facilities and humane societies.

President & Founder : Lauren Simna

• 10+ yrs equine rescue experience
• 30+ yrs equine experience
• Successful in ground training young & problem equines
• Successful starting equines in cart & under saddle
• 12+ yrs teaching riding & drivng lessons to beginners
• Versed in natural horsemanship, resistance-free training & classical riding principals.
• 15+ yrs Project Mgmt experience
• HERD® Certification
• EAGALA Associate (Equine Assisted Growth & Learning Assoc)
  

Vice President & Public Relations : Allison Milano-Priess

• A love for horses, took lessons as a child and got back into horses a 8 years ago.
• Bachelors degree in Advertising & Marketing from Kent State University
• Began volunteering with H.O.P.E. in March 2005
• Past President of the Cleveland Advertising Assoc, KSU Chapter
• 10 yrs Public Networking experience
• 6 yrs Media buying experience
• Past Advertising manager of the Daily Kent Stater
• Vice President of H.O.P.E. since 2007

Treasurer : Frank Simna

• Became involved with horses when he married Lauren and adores his Haflinger horses.
• Strong background in Oracle financial systems
• Bachelors degree from Cleveland State University
• Active board member for the Olmsted Falls Coummunity Softball league
• Active member of the Olmsted Falls Music Association

Secretary : Robin Heike

• Began volunteering with H.O.P.E. in February 2006.
• Management Experience
• 26 years experience working with an Advertising agency
• Well versed in coordinating, scheduling and planning.
• Experience prioritizing work and managing large groups
• Quark Express & Photoshop literate
• H.O.P.E. Barn Officer

Barn Manager : Yvonne Rawbon

• Began volunteering with H.O.P.E. in July 2005.
• Love of Horses
• 6 yrs experience owning fundraising company
• 11 yrs experience in marketing and sales in Toronto, Canada
• Degree in Business Administration
• Certified Ebay Seller/Trading Assistant
• H.O.P.E. Barn Officer
• Statzenberger College Advisory Board Member

Horse & Facility Inspection Chair : Open

Fundraising Chair: Pam Masola

We are in desperate need of these items/services:

• Bobcat, Skidster or Small Tractor : We are in need of the proper equipment to  maintain our facility.

Specialty Items :

• Course Cement Sand for arena (tons)
• 8' Fence Posts
• Roofing Material
• Building Supplies

We are always in need of these items:

• Horse Related Items : Paste or pelleted wormer, fly spray, fly masks, SWAT ointment, joint supplements, timothy-mix hay, senior feed, junior feed, Purina Strategy, break-away halters (all sizes).
• Coupons : The coupons from magazines for horse feed or items.
• Household Items : Towels, sheets, baking soda, Neosporin, Pepto Bismal, Saline solution, hand sanitizer, baby shampoo, sun block lotion, brooms, rags, buckets & wheelbarrows.
• Gift Cards : Home Depot, Lowe's, Town & Country, Valley Vet Supply, Country Supply, Tractor Supply, Valley Tack, Litchfield Tack, Dover Saddlery.
• Vet Care : Send donations to our vet to use as credit on our vet bills. You may send donations to Dr. Gifford, PO Box 1494, Medina, OH 44258 Please be sure to reference it is for H.O.P.E. Organization.

Volunteer Guidelines:

• Under the age of 18? A parent or LEGAL guardian must attend the orientation.
  
• Children, under 13 yrs, must be supervised by their parents at all times.
  
• No Horse Experience Is Required for non-riding jobs, we will train you!
  

• A release form must be completed and signed when you come to H.O.P.E.

How to become a volunteer:

If you have any questions, please email Allison or call 330.321.3755.

1. Fill out the online Orientation RSVP to attend our next Orientation, held monthly.
   
2. Allison Milano, our Vice President, will contact you once she receives your RSVP to let you know the time and date of our next orientation, as well as send you directions to our facility (it is NOT the office location).
   
3. Once you have attended a H.O.P.E. Volunteer Orientation, you will be able to begin volunteering.

 There are MANY jobs to do at the barn........

Membership is available to those who believe in our cause and helping the horses who need it.

H.O.P.E. currently has over 100 memberships!

What does membership include?

• discounts on H.O.P.E. clinics
  
• a quarterly newsletter
   
• periodic updates on what's happening at H.O.P.E.
  
• membership card
  
• special discount at Litchfield Tack when you show your membership card

Members who have been Active, for a period of one year, may apply for vacant officer and board positions.

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