Helping Wild Mustangs Stay Free
Banditas Wild Horse Promise Group is a 501(c)(3) organization in Colorado that helps rescue wild mustang horses. One of our employees, Nancy, introduced us to the organization because she strongly supports its mission. After learning more, we knew we had to share the important work Banditas does for these horses. Nancy said she supports them “because of their dedication, and they are people that care.” Most importantly, she appreciates their commitment to helping horses remain free.
Protecting Horses From the Sand Wash Basin
Banditas spent months visiting the Sand Wash Basin in Colorado and photographing the wild horses. Unfortunately, development in the area has contributed to horses being rounded up and placed in crowded holding pens. These horses once roamed freely, making the transition to holding pens especially difficult and frightening. As a result, Banditas works to help these horses whenever possible. Additionally, the organization makes every effort to preserve the horses’ important family bonds. When possible, they keep families, pairs, and companions together. When they cannot preserve those groups, they work to create new families and companionship for the horses.
Finding New Homes for Wild Horses
More than 600 wild horses have been removed from the Sand Wash Basin and surrounding areas. Many of these horses remain in holding pens. However, Banditas made a promise to do everything possible to help these horses. They work to find suitable homes where horses can have space to roam. In addition, people with available land can provide horses with space and a new place to call home. We want to help spread the word about their mission and encourage others to learn more.
How You Can Support Banditas
Banditas relies on supporters to continue caring for wild horses. For example, you can donate funds, provide space for horses, volunteer, or support the organization in other ways. The organization uses proceeds to help provide food, care, maintenance, and other necessities. Additionally, supporters can purchase Banditas merchandise to help support their mission. Ultimately, their motto captures what they hope to achieve for these horses: Still Wild – Still Free.
