We had a beautiful day March 1 to observe our trainer Ashley assess Noah and Rex for adoption status. Both horses were worked in-hand by Ashley as she demonstrated her strategies for assessment. Noah also did well under saddle; taking saddle and bridle easily and riding inside the round pen. Rex proved to be great at lunging and listening to Ashley's cues on the ground. Great opportunity to VEWS volunteers to watch how our horses are evaluated and prepared for their forever h

Our first Education Event of 2026 was held Feb 21 and featured Dr. Callie, from Dover Equine, who presented a fantastic session on equine medical conditions and treatments. Discussion topics included soundness, colic, Cushings, and more. VEWS' volunteers attend a minimum of 2 education events annually to remain current on all aspects of equine rescue.

VEWS' work would not be possible without the help of our supporters.  We are extremely grateful for a recent grant that will help fund vet and farrier care, medications, and special nutritional supplements for our older horses.   This project is made possible by a grant from the Senior Horse Fund of The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region.  Thank you!

VEWS' Annual Holiday Open Barn on Dec 6 was so much fun!!  Volunteers, family, and friends enjoyed lots of yummy treats with hot cocoa and cider, extra time with the horses, and pictures with Santa.  Our rescue mare Jasmine was perfectly-behaved for every pic with guests and the jolly ole man. We hope you take time to reflect on the people and animals who are important to you during this season.  Happy Holidays!!

We are so grateful to be one of the recipients of the Ursula Landsrath Animal Rescue Fund Grants for 2026!  Ursula Landsrath founded the Animal Rescue Fund of Virginia in 2008 as an independent organization distributing more than $1 million to Virginia based animal rescues before shutting down grantmaking in 2017 when she became seriously ill.  In 2019, Ursula's husband and friends created the Ursula Landsrath Animal Rescue Fund within the Community Foundation when Ursula pas

VEWS' annual bbq fundraiser on Oct 18 was a total success!  Great food, farm tours, horse meet and greet, silent auction and raffles, live music and best of all....a ton of money raised to help us and our mission to rescue, rehab and rehome horses.  Thanks to everyone who participated, attended, and donated.  We could not do it without you!!!!

We are so incredibly grateful to the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond for the generous grant and continued support of our VEWS...

VEWS' 2025 Adult Horsemanship Camp, held Sept 20, was a great day!  Participants from the local community, as well as several volunteers,...

It was a sunny, beautiful day Aug 16 for VEWS Volunteer Picnic.  Volunteers, families, and friends gathered to enjoy an afternoon of...

It's the subject no one wants to discuss.  It causes a wide range of emotions, from grief to peacefulness.  Those involved  may use...

VEWS volunteers attended a lunging clinic led by trainer Ashley Oliver on July 12.  Ashley presented an overview of lunging to include a...

VEWS welcomed students in King William High School's Service Learning Class May 2, for The Day of Giving.  They chose VEWS as the...

In addition to rescuing, rehabbing, and rehoming horses, VEWS is an active member of the community through several outreach programs. ...

VEWS Spring Cleaning Day March 22 was a busy and productive day!  Volunteers completed a long list of projects that included cutting and...

Our VEWS farrier Kendal Wynne is an important part of our team!  Along with our vet, Kendal helps ensure our rescue horses receive the...

Back by popular demand.  VEWS Adult Horse Camp! Hands-on instruction. Demonstrations. Learning and working with our rescues in a relaxed,...

Support the rescue and prepare for spring! VEWS receives 50% of the profits!! Check it out online, and as always thank you for your...

VEWS kicked off the New Year on January 5 with a very cold but informative volunteer education event, featuring our trainer, Ashley, and...

Volunteers at our Annual Holiday Open Barn were treated to a table full of goodies and sweet treats, a gift bag, and pics with Santa. ...