Located just outside of Dollar Bay, MI in the Keweenaw Peninsula of Upper Michigan

Some dreams begin quietly but not with a single voice, instead with a shared feeling that something important deserves protecting.

This sanctuary was born from a belief that blind horses, no matter their past, deserve safety, dignity, and a place where they t

Located just outside of Dollar Bay, MI in the Keweenaw Peninsula of Upper Michigan

Some dreams begin quietly but not with a single voice, instead with a shared feeling that something important deserves protecting.

This sanctuary was born from a belief that blind horses, no matter their past, deserve safety, dignity, and a place where they truly belong. These are horses from every walk of life, often overlooked, misunderstood, and sometimes forgotten. Yet rich in spirit, they have resilience, and worth.

In 2018, that belief began taking physical form. Through countless hours of labor, generosity, and determination, the foundation was built quite literally by family and friends who shared the same vision. What started as love, hard work, and a labor of compassion it slowly grew into something much bigger than any one person.

By November 2022, that vision had become a community. Volunteers, supporters, and advocates gathered around a common purpose: to ensure blind horses had not just care, but a true home. It was in that moment of collective momentum that the decision was made to become a nonprofit creating a way for everyone who believed in the mission to take part in it.

The journey that followed required perseverance, patience, and hundreds of documented hours navigating legal and organizational requirements. That dedication led to a historic milestone: the establishment of the first-ever 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula dedicated solely to blind horses.

Today, this organization is sustained by a deeply committed volunteer team and a network of supporters who give their time, skills, and hearts. Three privately owned properties across the Keweenaw Peninsula totaling 57 peaceful acres have been opened freely to provide safety and lifelong sanctuary for blind horses from across the nation.

This is more than an organization.
It is a shared promise.
A sanctuary built by many hands and open hearts.
A testament to what happens when compassion becomes a community.

And this is only the beginning.