The mission of the Equine Rescue Association Horse Haven is to bring horses and people together  with mutual trust, respect, and fulfillment.

• Is a non-profit, charitable organization run by volunteers, with no paid full-time staff.
• Is funded by donations and educational programs such as riding lessons.
• Operates a Horse Shelter 40 miles north of Seattle in Marysville Washington.
• Cares for a continuing herd consisting of 25-28 horses in permanent residence.
• Makes it possible for horses too old to be placed in private homes to live out their lives safely and comfortably.
• Takes in horses for temporary care until owners are able to provide a suitable home.
• Accepts or acquires horses to be placed in adoptive homes.
• Offers consultation for horse people on issues of horse protection and intervention in situations.
• Provides and opportunity to novice horse people to gain “hands on” experience involving stall cleaning and service, grooming, handling, and general farm activities.
• Encourages professional horse people to participate by donating services and goods.
• Provides on the job education and training for future employment of horse ownership.

Volunteer Sara, with Harbour Allusion