501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Red Clay Ranch is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
EIN: 45-4590603
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · GFAS Accredited
Red Clay Ranch
Where Every Hoofbeat Has a Story
Red Clay Ranch Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, Inc. provides a safe haven for neglected, abused, and abandoned horses across the Southeastern United States. We rescue, rehabilitate, and offer lifelong sanctuary.
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- Horses in Our Care
- ~80
- Years of Rescue
- 15+
- Nonprofit Transparency
- 100%
Our Mission
Rescue. Rehabilitate. Provide Sanctuary.
Red Clay Ranch Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, Inc. began unexpectedly in 2011. Seeing the widespread neglect and abuse of horses across the Southeastern United States, we stepped in and began caring for those in need.
We rescue horses from neglect, abuse, and abandonment across Georgia and the eastern United States.
Through medical care, farrier services, proper nutrition, and gentle handling, we help them heal and rebuild trust.
When adoption is not possible, we provide a safe, lifelong sanctuary including for our blind horse population.
Built on Integrity & Compassion
GFAS Accredited
We’re the only horse rescue in Georgia accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, the recognized gold standard in sanctuary accreditation worldwide.
Full Transparency
We are committed to transparent operations. View our financials and operations through ProPublica, Charity Navigator and Candid Platinum.
How You Can Help
Every Act of Kindness Matters
There are many ways to support Red Clay Rescue. Whether it's your time, talent, or treasure — every contribution makes a difference.
Donate
Your financial support provides feed, medical care, farrier care, and shelter for ~80 horses.
Volunteer
Help feed, groom, and care for our horses while supporting daily farm life — horse hugs included!
Signature Event
Mane Event: The Year of the Horse
September 11, 2026
Join us for Red Clay Rescue's annual fundraising gala featuring dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions, and paddle bidding — all in support of the 85 horses in our care.
Family Event
Open House at RCR
April 24, 2027
Spend a peaceful spring afternoon at Red Clay Rescue with live music, barbecue, guided tours, and the exciting spring pasture opening for our herd.
Volunteer at the Ranch
We are always ready to welcome volunteers! There are plenty of opportunities to help us feed, mend fences, groom horses, help out around the farm, and clerical duties. Being at the farm is therapeutic and both our volunteers and horses feel better at the end of the day.
We are also in need of volunteers with special skill sets for fundraising, event planning, horse training, or folks who can obtain donated items for auctions.
Meet Our Residents
The Horses of Red Clay Ranch
Each horse at our sanctuary has a unique story. From blind rescues to former showhorses, they all deserve a life filled with dignity and care.
A Second Chance at Life
RCR's current population is around 80 on our 180-acre ranch with some being trained for adoption. We have adapted various paddocks on our ranch to accommodate those with special requirements, such as our blind horse population. Accommodations for specific needs is an example of our commitment that no horse is left behind. With proper medical attention, farrier services, nutrition, and gentle handling, they learn to trust again.
Meet All the Horses
Ways to Give
Give in Honor, Memory, or for the Future
Whether you make a gift in honor of someone special, in memory of a loved one, or through a planned legacy gift, your support helps provide lifelong care for horses in need.
In Honor
Celebrate someone special with a gift that helps care for horses.
In Memory
Keep someone's memory alive.
Legacy Giving
Include RCR in your plans to help protect future generations of horses.
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Give a Horse a Second Chance
Your support has a significant impact on the lives of our horses. Every donation, regardless of size, bolsters our mission to save horses.