Every act of generosity — large or small — helps create a world that reflects our shared values.
Your contribution brings us one step closer to a brighter future for the children and adolescents we serve.
The Donkeys of the Heart is an innovative nonprofit whose unique approach has produced remarkable results in supporting young people facing mental health challenges.
We invite you to become part of our mission.
Prefer to donate by check?
Please make checks payable to The Donkeys of the Heart.
Send your donation to:
The Donkeys of the Heart
C/O Sophie Rainer
40632 N 60th Street
Cave Creek, AZ, 85331
Every item on our Amazon Wish List helps us provide a safe, comfortable, and enriching experience for the donkeys and the children we serve. From fly masks and fly boots that protect our donkeys from Arizona's harsh climate, to saddle pads that keep them comfortable during client sessions, these everyday essentials make a meaningful difference in their care and well-being.
You'll also find tools and lesson supplies that are used during our equine-assisted programs to create engaging, confidence-building activities for children. Your gift—no matter the size—helps us spend more of our donations on expanding our programs while ensuring our donkeys have everything they need to thrive. Thank you for helping us care for the hearts that heal so many others.
Sponsor a Donkey
None of our miracles happen without our donkeys. $300/month covers a donkey's full care — feed, medications, farrier, vaccines. Every amount helps.
Sponsor with your family, friends, or your business. Your name goes on our website and on a plaque at the barn, unless you'd rather stay anonymous — and you're always welcome to visit.
Most of all, you help a child facing mental health challenges.
That child could be part of your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Donations to The Donkeys of the Heart are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, because we are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. You will receive a donation receipt for your records.
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Your gift directly supports donkey care and our programs for children and adolescents—hay and feed, veterinary and farrier care, safe equipment, facility upkeep, and the resources needed to deliver high-quality, safe sessions.
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Absolutely. We welcome committed volunteers and supporters. You can help with donkey care, program support, events, or fundraising—equine experience is not required, and training is provided.
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Yes. We gratefully accept approved in-kind donations that support donkey care and program needs (such as feed store gift cards, supplies, and certain equipment). Please contact us first so we can confirm what is most helpful and safe to use.
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Yes. You can dedicate your donation in honor or in memory of someone special. Include the name and any message with your donation, and we can also notify the person or family if you provide their contact information.