Impact News

In 2025, the 1 FUR 1 Foundation and its nationwide network of partners delivered animal‑assisted services that reached communities at an extraordinary scale. A total of 69,898 people benefited from 4,398 animal‑assisted sessions across the United States. Our volunteer teams brought comfort and healing to 198 facilities in more than 14 states, supported by 85 certified therapy dogs and mini horses whose presence continues to inspire connection, resilience, and hope. This year also marked a major milestone with the launch of our first service dog program in collaboration with Hero Pups, our newest partner, which placed 15 highly trained service dogs with veterans and first responders—helping those who have sacrificed so much regain independence, stability, and emotional support.

Lead with Love: 1 FUR 1 Foundation Extends Fundraiser

The 1 FUR 1 Foundation invites donors to Lead with Love by supporting its Animal-Assisted Programs. Our volunteer-run mission empowers community leaders and their nonprofits with mentorship, funding, and technology, delivering healing through therapy animals nationwide.

Donations are tax-deductible and fuel the future of healing, hope, and human-animal connection. Give today and help us reach more hearts!

Learn more and donate at https://pages.donately.com/1fur1/campaign/lead-with-love

A Major Milestone: Canine Advocate Program Graduates

We are thrilled to announce that the Canine Advocate Program at Care House of Oakland County is this year’s 1 FUR 1 Impact Graduate—a remarkable achievement that reflects years of dedication and hard work! Over the past nine years, we’ve collaborated to secure their charitable mission, ensuring its impact will last for decades to come. Now, every child crime victim in Michigan can receive the invaluable support of a canine advocate, helping them navigate the judicial system so justice can be served.

Join us in celebrating their success—read our latest blog to learn more about their inspiring journey!

A Decade of Impact – And Growing!

In its 10th anniversary year, 1 FUR 1 and its network of partners reached a major milestone, serving over 309,871 people across the U.S. The amazing 93 certified therapy dogs and mini horses delivered healing through animal-assisted therapy and/or activities in nine states. 1 FUR 1’s goal is to have an active program in every state by the end of our next decade.  

To contribute and be part of the impact, visit our donation page today.

Healing Hooves: How AJ Helps Change Lives

AJ, a dedicated Hearts and Hooves mini horse, helps individuals with disabilities build confidence through animal-assisted therapy. On this day, he guided 2.5-year-old Jennie through activities to improve focus, transitions, and self-soothing. Despite challenges, she pushed through, leading AJ, grooming him, and completing the session with determination. Her progress highlights the power of therapy animals in fostering growth and connection.

Unspoken Comfort: Picasso’s Role in Healing and Connection

Kindred Spirits Therapy Minis, is the only certified therapy mini horse organization working with the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Team and an Air Force Base in the Florida Panhandle, bringing comfort to veterans and the elderly with disabilities. When service members return from deployment or veterans seek emotional relief, therapy minis provide a powerful, wordless comfort, offering healing, connection, and support in the moments that matter most.

Your tax-deductible donation helps therapy mini horses and canines bring healing and comfort to hospital patients, special education student, first responders, veterans, service members, crime survivors and many more —give today and make an impact!