Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance

Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance www.Cera-Inc.com. Please visit our website. Darlene Kindle didn't set out to have 13 horses, but these 13 horses need her. Consider donating time instead.

Rescued from abuse or neglect or lately, simply unwitting victims of the economy, these horses found their way to CERA, Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance. As you can imagine, caring for all these horses is time consuming and costly. Volunteers and donations are always highly valued at CERA. Established by Darlene in April 2008, CERA created a rescue
organization that not only worked with local

law enforcement in seizure and surrenders, but one that could help educate owners on how to properly care for their animals and hopefully avoid unlawful neglect. Darlene also wanted to be able to take in horses that were at risk due to hardship of their owners, almost eerily forecasting the current state of our economy and the rapidly increasing numbers of abandoned pets. And most of all, Darlene wanted all monies donated to CERA to remain in Union County to help the horses locally, unlike other rescues. CERA also works to educate horse owners, law enforcement and animal control on basic equine management
With today's tight economy, many are finding it harder to make donations, even to organizations they have traditionally supported. Make a commitment to volunteer at CERA each week. Not an experienced horse person? No problem, there are plenty of different tasks involved in caring for all the horses, many of which don't require extensive horse handling skills. Darlene has a book filled with photos and stories of all
the horses she has cared for over the last 3 years. “Each horse has its own story and most are heartbreaking to animal lovers like yourself. Each animal also has its own personalities, likes and dislikes. CERA attempts to treat each animal under its protection with tender loving care until it is ready to be placed in its forever home.”
Good quality horse hay is always in demand. Sold your horse and have a few bales left over you hadn't used up yet? Consider making a tax-deductible donation of your remaining bales to CERA.

06/23/2026

Olly and camper are practicing a hand walked obstacle course! Not bad for the campers first time!

06/23/2026

Feelin Good this morning!!
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🌟 Week 1 is a Wrap! 🌟We had an absolute blast kicking things off, and we are so sad it's already over! The energy was in...
06/21/2026

🌟 Week 1 is a Wrap! 🌟
We had an absolute blast kicking things off, and we are so sad it's already over! The energy was incredible, and we loved seeing everyone learn, grow, and connect.

The good news? The fun is just getting started, and we still have openings for our upcoming weeks!
Spaces are limited and filling up fast, so don't miss out. Give your child a summer experience they won't forget!

👉 To grab your spot or get more details, email us today at: [email protected]

Key Reminders for Parents:
What to wear: Comfortable clothes that can get a little dirty, and closed-toe shoes (boots preferred!).

What to pack: A packed lunch, plenty of water, and sunscreen.

Show us your “Horse Dads” photos! We know we all have some! 😅 even the embarrassing ones 
06/21/2026

Show us your “Horse Dads” photos! We know we all have some! 😅 even the embarrassing ones 

Week 1 of camp is half way over sadly! But we can’t wait for week 2 next week! Snag your child’s spot today!
06/17/2026

Week 1 of camp is half way over sadly! But we can’t wait for week 2 next week! Snag your child’s spot today!

06/15/2026

The winner of the Paint Party is Dani DiCanio, kindly send us a message to setup your Party details.

2.5 hours left till the winner is announced! Snag your last minute tickets ASAP!
06/14/2026

2.5 hours left till the winner is announced! Snag your last minute tickets ASAP!

Last few days for paint raffle! Who wants a paint party with rescue animals and refreshments for 6 people all for $20 per ticket

Hey everyone. I sent this out a few weeks ago. Now that schools out please consider helping at CERA. We could really use...
06/14/2026

Hey everyone. I sent this out a few weeks ago. Now that schools out please consider helping at CERA. We could really use the help. Thank you

PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO READ!!!

Are you planning on attending college? Will your major be something to do with animals? Did you know that: 58% of admissions officers note that community service positively impacts a student's chances. However, colleges prioritize impact and long-term commitment over simply racking up hours or treating it as a checklist task.

This is why I try to push so hard to get young adults to understand the importance of volunteering. Starting in your freshman or junior year and documenting will help you reach that long-term goal.

Read the article below, think about volunteering at CERA, talk to your parents and let me know if you are interested. Katie who takes volunteers to schedule is on vacation, for now contact me, Darlene 704.465.7522, [email protected] or Charley +1 (704) 221-1068, [email protected].

One more thing. Please share. Have a wonderful day.

Dar

https://admissions.usf.edu/blog/does-volunteering-matter-for-college-admissions?fbclid=IwZnRzaASb0iBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeGXUN000bI_ID9yv3Eg7MlU_0iHzHDtALKzbFsn13yrksQicks1xnf1SaLXs_aem_z0egwEuK7DRB3cooALgHgw

Does volunteering matter for college admissions? Learn more about what colleges assess when evaluating an applicant's community service record.

06/14/2026

Your pet can also participate in a free photo contest on pawidols.com.

Did you know??
06/13/2026

Did you know??

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