Hello and Happy Monday to everyone!

Today has been a quiet day for us.  I have been feeling under the weather for the last week.  Those feelings were heightened over the weekend.  A trip to urgent care diagnosed me with pneumonia.  I spent yesterday and today giving my body some much needed rest.  The meds are kicking in and I am starting to feel better – just still a little tired. 

There are a few more posts for us to share in our GonaCon blog series.  We will resume those tomorrow along with our social media posts. 

We did receive some exciting information this morning that we wanted to share with all of you!

A few months ago, we received an email from an organization called Acquisition International.  The email stated:

“Acquisition International is excited to announce the return of the Non-Profit Organisation Awards in 2025 for a fifth consecutive year! This prestigious programme is designed to honour and celebrate the exceptional work carried out by non-profit organisations worldwide.

From local grassroots charities to large international foundations, these awards shine a spotlight on those who dedicate themselves to improving lives, fostering positive change, and advancing social good. With a dynamic and ever-evolving global landscape, the non-profit sector continues to play a vital role in addressing pressing issues, such as poverty alleviation, healthcare access, education, and environmental conservation.”

TODAY, we received the following email from their organization:

Hi there, Christine, Hoping this news brings a smile to your day.

My name’s Melissa, and on behalf of the team at I’m delivering the wonderful news that Chasing Horses Wild Horse Advocates (CHWHA) has been successful within our fifth annual Non-Profit Organisation Awards 2025, and has received:

Best Wild Horse Advocacy Group 2025 – USA

The Non-Profit Organisation Awards 2025 honours impactful, purpose-driven work so a massive well done on your achievement this year. We shine a spotlight on those who give without asking, build without seeking fame, and serve without pause. To determine the results, our judging panel and research team take into consideration the commitment, expertise, and innovation demonstrated by nominees through nomination information, voting information, and any supporting evidence you have supplied – plus results from their own extensive research.

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE HONOR!!

This award goes out to each and every one of you that make up Chasing Horses Wild Horse Advocates!  What a way to have our YEARS of hard work and advocacy be recognized and celebrated!

This is also a good time to remind everyone that as a nonprofit organization, our continued success depends on your support.  I know times are hard for many of us.  If you are able to help support our critical advocacy work, you can make your tax-deductible donation here: https://secure.everyaction.com/wnK6YjHlTkCC2Aq57_7srQ2

From responsible use of fertility control, federal legislation and a number of other things we are working on, all of us still have a lot of work to do!

Congrats again to all of you on this awesome award!  Thank you for your continued support!

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