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  • November 2025

  • Sun 9

    Annual Open House (Barn)

    November 9, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Upcoming Annual Open House at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary We are thrilled to announce that the planning for this year's annual Open House at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary is officially underway! Mark your calendars for Sunday, November 9th, 2025, when we open our gates to welcome you into our sanctuary. Whether you're a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, there's something for everyone. Stay tuned for more details on the exciting activities and programs we are crafting just for you. . Keep an eye on our updates as we unveil more information about this special day at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

  • December 2025

  • Mon 1

    Matching Challenge

    December 1, 2025 - December 20, 2025
    16 Hands 712 Roy Moore Road, Ona, FL, United States

    Annual Matching Challenge at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary Join us for our Annual Matching Challenge to support rescued horses at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary. This is your chance to double your impact! Thanks to our generous donors, every dollar you contribute will be matched, amplifying your support and helping us provide essential care and rehabilitation for our equine friends. Why Participate? Double Your Donation: For every dollar you donate, a matching contribution will be made, effectively doubling your impact. Support a Worthy Cause: Your contributions assist in offering a safe home and a lifetime of quality care for horses that have been neglected or abandoned. Be Part of a Community: Connect with fellow horse lovers and advocates who are passionate about animal welfare and making a difference. How It Works Donate: Make a contribution during the challenge period. Match: Watch your donation grow as it gets matched by our sponsors. Transform: See your generosity in action as it helps improve the lives of our sanctuary residents. Event Details Date: The challenge runs from December 1st to December 31st. Location: Online – participate from anywhere in the world! Or make your check payable to Sixteen Hands and send it to 712 Roy Moore Road, Ona, FL 33865 Goal: Raise $50,000 to support the sanctuary's mission. Every contribution brings us one step closer to our goal and ensures that our horses receive the love and care they need. Help us make a lasting impact. More details to come!

  • February 2026

  • Sat 7

    Sixteen Hands Meet & Greet

    Featured February 7 @ 4:30 am - 6:30 pm
    16 Hands 712 Roy Moore Road, Ona, FL, United States

    Scan Here For All Details & Payment Enjoy a wonderful evening out with friends while making a difference in the lives of rescued horses! Join us for our Meet and Greet Fundraiser at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary on Saturday, February 7th, 4:30–6:30 pm. Tickets are $50 and include your choice of two beverages (beer, wine,or soft drinks), charcuterie boards, and desserts. Reserve your spot by prepaying on Zeffy. Click here to get started!

    $50
  • March 2026

  • Sat 14

    Meet and Greet BBQ Luncheon

    March 14 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Scan Here For All Details & Payment Join us for our Meet and Greet BBQ Luncheon Fundraiser at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary on Saturday, March 14th, 11am to 2pm. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon out with friends, while making a difference in the lives of rescued horses! VIP Tickets are $100 per person and include priority entry, reserved seating in barn with the horses, barn tour, lunch and access to VIP parking. General Admission Tickets are $65 per person and include seating in our barnyard, lunch, barn tour, and access to all other activities. Lunch will be pulled pork or pulled chicken with drinks and a side dish. Reserve your spot by prepaying on Zeffy. Click here to get started!

    $65 – $100
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Benji Terry Cox

Butterscotch Randy Cisne

Charlie Rhonda Deems

Chili Pepper Shirley Lewis

Dakota Louise Carawan 

Daphine susan and Gloria woolson

Elvis Patricia Zechman & AnniMaude Heafner

Gracie Gary Fresch

Gypsy Karen Bennie

Houston Rhonda Deems

Lacy Diane Harding

Lexi Sarah Guttler

Nova Maeve Schleicher & David skup

Quinn Gary Fresch

Scutter Gary Fresch

Segan Sherri Haynes & AnniMaude Heafner

Sunny Bev and Tom Porter

Tango Sandra & Peter Morris

Tonka Laura Miller

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Adoption Fee: $1000

Hi, Im Tonka!

Breed: quarter horse
Gender: gelding
Height: 14.2 Hands
Birthday:01/01/2007
Color: bay
Intake date: 04/17/2021
Suitability: Companion only

HERE IS WHAT MY FRIENDS SAY ABOUT ME:

Hi I’m Tonka, nice to meet you!

I am a good boy, I like being groomed, and get along well with other horses, both boys and girls. I have a condition called DSLD, Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Disease. It means the ligaments in my back legs are weak and stretch too far so I cannot be ridden. I am not in pain and can run and play like a normal horse. I’d make a great companion for a horse you already have or I’m sure one of my pasture mates would love to come with me:-) I enjoy getting hosed off in the summer, stand well for the farrier, and I don’t mind getting in a trailer. I go into a stall to eat my breakfast in the morning and then spend the rest of my time out with my buddies or hanging out with my favorite humans. I currently eat free choice grass hay out in the pasture (stalling me would not be good for my ligaments or mental fitness.)

Thanks for considering me as a family member.