All of us here at BITS have a passion for horses and very strong beliefs in what our organization represents. We volunteer countless hours of our time to make this program a great success. Operating a program such as ours is very costly. We are in constant search of ideas on how to fund our organization. We are always open to suggestions. Please contact us with any ideas you may have - we would love to hear from you!
WHAT DOES IT ACTUALLY COST?
This is a question we are frequently asked. We have broken down our costs of essential items used on a daily basis.
BALE OF HAY: $4.00 BALE OF ALFALFA: $5.50
PURINA SENIOR: $19.99 (50 pound bag)
MILL SWEET FEED: $20.95 (100 pound bag)
SAFE CHOICE (NUTRENA): $16.49 (50 pound bag)
BEET PULP PELLETS: $14.99 (40 pound bag)
WOOD SHAVINGS: $5.75 (per bag) STRAW: $3.75 (per bale)
PELLET BEDDING: $6.99 (per bag)
We then must add in the cost of farrier care which can run $25 to $145 PER HORSE every 6 to 8 weeks depending on needs. Yearly visit with vet for coggins/vaccinations $225 PER HORSE. If an emergency arises and we must have an emergency call into the vet, figure $300 and up depending on emergency. Let's also not forget about supplements and medications - at our facility, the CHEAPEST medication given on a daily basis is $178 per month for one horse!
We are ALWAYS at full capacity (20 horses) at our facility. On average, it runs between $200 - $300 PER MONTH/ PER HORSE. With this many mouths to feed/supplement/medicate, there often is little left over for much needed repairs/improvements at our facility.
WHAT DOES IT ACTUALLY COST?
This is a question we are frequently asked. We have broken down our costs of essential items used on a daily basis.
BALE OF HAY: $4.00 BALE OF ALFALFA: $5.50
PURINA SENIOR: $19.99 (50 pound bag)
MILL SWEET FEED: $20.95 (100 pound bag)
SAFE CHOICE (NUTRENA): $16.49 (50 pound bag)
BEET PULP PELLETS: $14.99 (40 pound bag)
WOOD SHAVINGS: $5.75 (per bag) STRAW: $3.75 (per bale)
PELLET BEDDING: $6.99 (per bag)
We then must add in the cost of farrier care which can run $25 to $145 PER HORSE every 6 to 8 weeks depending on needs. Yearly visit with vet for coggins/vaccinations $225 PER HORSE. If an emergency arises and we must have an emergency call into the vet, figure $300 and up depending on emergency. Let's also not forget about supplements and medications - at our facility, the CHEAPEST medication given on a daily basis is $178 per month for one horse!
We are ALWAYS at full capacity (20 horses) at our facility. On average, it runs between $200 - $300 PER MONTH/ PER HORSE. With this many mouths to feed/supplement/medicate, there often is little left over for much needed repairs/improvements at our facility.
Monetary Donations are always needed and greatly appreciated!
VOLUNTEER!
We can't say enough good things about all our volunteers here at BITS! They are a phenomenal group of people that spend countless hours of their time helping with the horses in our care. Duties may include cleaning stalls, grooming, cleaning buckets, feeding, hand walking, farm related tasks and exercising horses (for those with riding experience only). If interested in volunteering with us please send us an email and we would be more than happy to mail you our Volunteer Application. After we receive your completed application we will contact you to make arrangments to meet with you and visit our facility and meet the horses in our care. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Orders for grain can be placed through our feed store by calling Calico Creek at 570-726-3647 and letting them know you wish to purchase grain for Back in the Saddle Horse Adoption (BITS). They are a great group of folks and are very courteous and knowledgeable - they are more than happy to help you place your order!
If you or someone you know owns a company or business, please consider becoming a Corporate Sponsor! We are more than happy to speak with you about any questions you may have! Corporate Sponsors receive acknowledgement on our website as well as active links to their website. Please CONTACT US and we will get you the necessary forms.
WISH LIST
The list below are items that can help us help the horses in our care. We are a 100% volunteer organization and we depend on donations to keep our program open to help horses in need.
Supplies and services are every bit as appreciated as financial contributions! Please CONTACT US if you are able to donate any of the items or services below. Contributions, large and small, add up and make a difference!
BITS is a recognized 501 (c ) (3). All donations are tax deductible!
NOTE: Yes, we realize there are some pretty high dollar items on this list. We feel it never hurts to ask!
Supplies and services are every bit as appreciated as financial contributions! Please CONTACT US if you are able to donate any of the items or services below. Contributions, large and small, add up and make a difference!
BITS is a recognized 501 (c ) (3). All donations are tax deductible!
NOTE: Yes, we realize there are some pretty high dollar items on this list. We feel it never hurts to ask!
DAILY NEEDS
VOLUNTEERS HORSE QUALITY ALFALFA HAY HORSE QUALITY MIXED HAY ALFALFA HAY CUBES/PELLETS GRAIN SUPPLEMENTS MINERAL BLOCKS FLY SPRAY BEDDING DAILY WORMER GIFT CARDS WE WELCOME GIFT CARDS FROM ANY LOCAL FARM SUPPLY STORE, TACK STORE, OFFICE SUPPLY STORE AND LUMBER COMPANY. WE ALSO CAN USE WALMART, KMART, GROCERY STORE TO PURCHASE OUR OFFICE SUPPLIES AND CLEANING SUPPLIES! | STABLE NEEDS
FLAT BACK BUCKETS CORNER FEEDERS HAY RACKS HORSE BLANKETS (ANY SIZE - USED OK) HALTERS/LEAD ROPES MEDICATED SHAMPOOS FLY MASKS/SHEETS LINIMENT FIRST AID OINTMENTS VET WRAP GAUZE BLEACH DEWORMER MANURE FORKS WHEELBARROWS TACK (ANY IN GOOD USEABLE CONDITION) SERVICES REDUCED/FREE VETERINARY SERVICES REDUCED/FREE FARRIER SERVICES | BIG ITEMS
STALL MATS ROUND PEN ROAD BASE FOR ARENA SCREENINGS/SAND FOR ARENA 8' POSTS FOR ARENA 2X6 BOARDS FOR ARENA DIGITAL CAMERA VIDEO CAMERA BIGGER ITEMS (IT NEVER HURTS TO ASK!) CEMENT FOR BARN AISLE NEW BARN ROOF TRACTOR W/BUCKET HEAVY DUTY PICKUP 4 TO 6 HORSE TRAILER LARGER FACILITY (20+ ACRES) |
