OUR MISSION – NEER North actively rescues horses and donkeys in need. There are a wide variety of situations, including owner surrenders, abuse and neglect, where these majestic animals are at risk of diminished health or, worse yet, at risk for slaughter. NEER North is a safe haven where these animals are rehabilitated with the intention of adoption into new families. NEER North also networks closely with other like-minded, reputable equine rescue organizations, assisting where needed.
Since April 2008, NEER North has been helping horses and owners in crisis, primarily in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. In 2011, the rescue became a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and remains dedicated to saving local horses, donkeys, and mules whose lives are at risk. NEER also works with horse owners to help them avoid crisis situations, network with other rescues, and educate the public about equine abuse and rescue.
View our Nonprofit Profile on Guidestar by Candid to learn more about our organization. NEER North has been recognized by Guidestar with the Gold Seal of Transparency for 2025. We were awarded as a 2024 EQUUS Foundation Guardian, are a Top-Rated Nonprofits by GreatNonprofits, and a member of the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS). NEER North is also proud to be a member of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance as well as multiple other esteemed organizations. See full list here.
All donations are tax deductible. EIN: 45-4007146
NEER North is located on a 13 acre farm in West Newbury, Massachusetts. We purchased the farm in 2015. We have facilities for approximately 25 horses and donkeys. We also have a network of local Foster Families.
In 2024, we rescued 32 equines. We also took in 12 NEER North adoptees who were no longer able to stay in their adoptive homes through no fault of their own. (We follow each equine for life.) We were able to find new homes for 33 horses and donkeys.
We have wonderful team of veterinary, farrier and medical support to help heal and rehabilitate all the horses we rescue. After they are medically cleared, our trainers will begin the process of helping each equine be their very best. Our adoption team then helps find each horse, donkey or mule their very own forever home.
We have a volunteer network of over 100 indispensable individuals who help with daily chores, fundraising and events. NEER North has an onsite, volunteer run Used Tack Shop whose revenue goes directly toward the rescue.
