Providing a safe haven for neglected, unwanted
or abused horses, ponies and other equines.

My name is Andrea Barstow and my daughter Grace and I are active in the equine community via the Down East Border Riders Saddle Club, my equine massage business and our friendships and associations with several other horse owners across the state.

First Light Farm began as a small, private horse farm occupied by horses for our personal use. We were made aware of the shortage of shelters for horses in Washington County through our local state animal welfare agent. 

So, we decided to open our hearts and home to horses in need. We started off by applying for and then being granted a license to run a large animal shelter.  In May of 2008 we took in our first shelter horse, Cassie.  (For information on available horses, please see our Available Horses page).  Our operation is small, limited primarily by finances. Therefore, we have decided to incorporate and applied for and have been granted 501(c)3 status with the IRS so that we may solicit donations and apply for grants.

With the expansion of the shelter, came the expansion of responsibilities. Wow, suddenly we have more horses than brains! Fortunately, an incredible crew of volunteers has stepped up to the plate and taken over the major part of the day to day operations. I want to publicly thank this group work tirelessly, making sure all the horses' needs are attended to:

OUR STAFF

Rene'e Leavitt
Shannon Smith
Amy & Tim Avery
Ann Booth
Cheri Walton
Stefanie Covino
Amber Perna

In addition to the "staff" we have several volunteers standing in the wings waiting to lend a hand with events, paperwork, and promotions -whatever.

Darylann Warren
Wayne Leavitt
Erin
Vicky Brown
Lisa Leavitt
Heather Soucy
The Pearson Family
Kylee Caruso and the Caruso Crew
Marilyn James
 

WANT TO HELP?

We are looking for donations of cash, supplies and equipment.  Please check out our current "Wish list."  We can accept provisional donations, pending the acceptance of our application for 501(c)3 tax exemption.

To make a cash donation, simply click on the PAYPAL Donation button below. Please be assured all cash donations will go directly to the care and feeding of shelter horses. First Light Farm Equine Shelter operates with a completely volunteer staff.

We are always looking for "Friends." The Friends of FLFES offer the continued support doing whatever is needed. Fundraising, networking, or simply donating supplies and equipment when they can. In return, you  are rewarded with our undying gratitude and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped a horse in need . We are also in the process of obtaining additional liability coverage so that we may allow volunteers to handle shelter animals. As soon as that process is complete, we will welcome applications for volunteer animal handlers. 

If you would like to become a Friend of FLFES, please e-mail 1stlightfarm@gmail.com or call 207-853-9453.

~Thanks~

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