Mission: Polo pony rescue, inc exists to rescue horses, primarily former polo ponies, that have been neglected, abused, seized by law enforcement, or at risk of slaughter. This organization provides veterinary care, rehabilitation and/or retraining with the hope of finding placement with new homes. Facilities are available to ponies that are otherwise unadoptable. The organization works to educate the community on horse care and responsible horse ownwership.

Target demographics: ex-polo ponies

Direct beneficiaries per year: 20 horses

Geographic areas served: Los Angeles, California and Shelbyville/Lexington, Kentucky

Programs: Rescue and rehoming (if appropriate) or retirement for former polo ponies and other Thoroughbred horses that have been abused, neglected or abandoned, whose owners have suffered financial misfortunes and cannot care for them anymore or whose owners desire their horses be rehomed on contract and monitored for life to ensure their safety.