Helping Others
1FUR1 Foundation is a 100% volunteer‑run nonprofit expanding access to animal‑assisted therapy across the United States. Our mission is to create, nurture, and support therapeutic programs that improve emotional well‑being through the human‑animal bond.In 2026, our 85 certified therapy dogs and mini horses reached almost 70,000 people across 14 states. Over 11 years of service, 1 FUR 1 has impacted over 378,619 individuals, delivering comfort, connection, and healing to children, veterans, seniors, first responders, and families and many more in need.
How Our Programs Help
- First responders & medical staff receive stress‑relief from therapy dogs
- Autistic children build communication and motor skills with therapy mini horses
- Dementia & Alzheimer’s patients experience improved mood and memory recall
- Veterans, active duty and families benefit from animal‑assisted wellness support from service dogs in training
As a volunteer‑run 501(c)(3), we measure impact by the people served through our animal‑assisted therapy and activity sessions. Explore our programs, see our impact, or support our mission today.
