Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary (South Africa)

Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary provides a permanent refuge for abused, neglected and elderly donkeys.  Here they are given the opportunity to live out their lives with respect and dignity, surrounded by their own kind, in a protective and natural environment.

Highveld Horse Care Unit (South Africa)
committed to the well-being and dignity of our equine friends.

Donkey Shelter Inc (Victoria, Australia)

Donkey Shelter Inc. was founded by Dr. May Dodd to help orphaned, abandoned, suffering and mistreated donkeys. Donkey Shelter is a non-profit, charitable organisation that receives no government funding.

Donkey Welfare with Heart Inc. (Australia)

To provide short-term care for lost, mistreated, orphaned, homeless, sick, injured and/or neglected donkeys and rehabilitate them with the aim of finding suitable new homes.

The Good Samaritan Donkey Sanctuary (Australia)

The Good Samaritan Donkey Sanctuary Inc (GSDS) is a non-profit charity devoted to the welfare of donkeys by rescuing and caring for the abused and unwanted ones.

Donkey Sanctuary of Canada (Canada)

We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and protection of abandoned, neglected or abused donkeys, mules and hinnies. Animals admitted to the DSC are given a lifelong home.

Primrose Donkey Sanctuary (Canada)

We are dedicated to the rescue, protection and rehabilitation of abused, neglected and unwanted donkeys.

Corfu Donkey Rescue (Corfu)

What awaits the donkeys that come to Corfu Donkey Rescue?

Besides shelter, food, water, and the care and attention they need, we aim to give;
the old; a safe and happy retirement
the sick; a chance of cure
the injured; the chance of recovery
the abused; the chance of regaining trust and hope
and the abandoned; the feeling of security again.

and NOTHING will stop us continuing our work - except lack of funding.

Walk with Donkeys (South East Crete)

Walk with Donkeys’ is a small sanctuary for unwanted donkeys in South East Crete run by Alistair and Suzanne. 
We try to raise money for the care of the donkeys by offering people the opportunity to meet these wonderful creatures. People from all over the world visit us for picnic walks, children’s rides or just to see the donkeys. It is not unusual for people to return year after year, and even day after day.

The Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary (Cyprus)

In 1991 two professional people re-located to Cyprus to live a quieter life: He to write about wine, food and rural life, she to design a home and garden in a remote village. In 2005 they had a 7-day week looking after more than 120 donkeys and coping with thousands of visitors…

Equine Rescue France (FR)

Equine Rescue France is a not-for-profit association created by like-minded individuals in the West of France. We are all passionate about welfare in both the short and long term, and are working to promote the well-being of equines in France.

NEDDI (FR)

(New European Distressed Donkey Initiative)

N.E.D.D.I. is a non-profit making company. Established in 1990 it offers care and safety for donkeys within Britain and Europe at risk from neglect, cruelty or mal-treatment.

GAR (GR)

(Greek Animal Rescue)

GAR is a UK based charity. Founded in 1989 in order to alleviate the suffering of animals in Greece by supporting a number of animal shelters, sterilising as many dogs & cats as funds allow and finding homes for the lucky few in the UK and several other EU countries.

Dharma Donkey Sanctuary (India)

The Dharma Donkey Sanctuary is situated in the village Sagroli, Maharashtra, where donkeys are still a primary means of transport. Donkeys are the most useful but the most neglected animal in the area. More than 5000 donkeys in the area are engaged in human service in different ways. Farmers rely on donkeys for transporting farm produce, fertilizers and other materials from village to the farm, and they are even used in construction work for transporting sand, bricks, and soil.

SHADH (Israel)

(Safe Haven For Donkeys)

It is the only organisation dedicated to the welfare of working and abandoned donkeys in Israel and Palestinian Territories.

        Il Rifugio degli Asinelli (Italy)

Una fondazione ONLUS che si occupa di asini e bambini con bisogni speciali.

    El Refugio Del Burrito (Spain)

El Refugio Del Burrito is a registered Spanish Association primarily concerned with the welfare of donkeys and mules.

For many years we have been involved with rescue cases in Spain and have now established our own refuge North of Malaga; we are a subsidiary of “The Donkey Sanctuary” which is a UK based charity working worldwide to improve conditions for donkeys and mules.

Giant Donkey Rescue Nerja (Spain)

Since 1995, our volunteers have been rescuing donkeys, mules, horses and ponies, and have undertaken over 6,400 rescues, for the Guardia Civil, Local Police, Town halls & the public, and we are all volunteers & have no paid staff.

Les Murtes (Alicante, Spain)

 Die Stiftung Weltkulturerbe Esel widmen sich der Eselnothilfe und dem Rasseerhalt europäischer Esel. Wir sind Spaniens älteste Donkey Sanctuary.

Malaga Donkey Sanctuary / Asociacion de Malaga de los Sanctuarios del Burro (Spain)

 We rescue and care for Donkeys (El Burro) baby donkeys ( el Burrito ) Mules (el Mulo) dogs (Perros) cats (el Gatos) chickens (el pollo) goats (la Cabra) and almost anything that walks or even flies!

We have a free 24/7 rescue service which undertakes rescues of animals injured in road traffic accidents and respond to call outs from the Guardia Civil Traffico and SEPRONA (animal and environmental welfare unit) local police forces, town halls and the public, and cover the whole of the province of Malaga.

The Nerja Donkey Sanctuary (Spain)

The Nerja Donkey Sanctuary is run by volunteers dedicated to rescuing, caring for and protecting donkeys, mules and horses. We have along the way given refuge to many other animals from countless dogs to goats, pigs, chickens, cats, turkeys and many more.

Nerja Donkey Sanctuary is located in the picturesque fishing town of Nerja (Malaga Province) on the southern coast of Spain on the Costa del Sol. Just over half an hours drive from Malaga and less than 10 minutes from the famous Nerja caves and the beautiful white village of Frigiliana.

The Brooke (UK)

The Brooke is the UK’s leading overseas equine welfare charity and our aim is to improve the lives of horses, donkeys and mules working in the poorest parts of the world. These animals form the backbone of the economy in many developing countries, supporting countless poor communities where many people earn less than a dollar a day.

The Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

UK based charity working to improve conditions for donkeys and mules.

Freshfields Donkey Village (UK)

…where children and donkeys help each other

This unique charity not only rescues and cares for donkeys which have been abandoned, mistreated or neglected but also provides a holiday centre where children with special needs can choose a donkey to help take care of during their visit. Invariably, child and donkey form a close relationship of trust and affection which is of great therapeutic value to them both.

The Horse Trust (UK)

The Horse Trust is an animal charity, originally established back in 1886 to help the working horses in London. It is the oldest horse charity in the world, set amongst the rolling Chiltern Hills, The Horse Trust's Home of Rest for Horses caters for the retirement needs of over 100 horses, donkeys and ponies.

Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary is a registered charity which cares for and protects abused and ill-treated donkeys and other animals.

The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

The Sanctuary was first established in 1987 to provide donkeys in distress or otherwise in need of care and attention, a safe and permanent home.

The Phyllis Harvey Horse & Donkey Trust – Hope Pastures (UK)

The Charity was registered in 1974 and the aim was to rescue horses, ponies & donkeys that were being abused. In April 2004 the Trust was taken over by new trustees whose aims are to Rescue, Rehabilitate and Re-home wherever possible.

Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

The Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary is a non-profit making organisation, existing purely on donations by members of the public and fund-raising efforts by our helpers. Many of the donkeys at the sanctuary have been rescued from cruelty; we enable them to live comfortably and to ensure they enjoy the rest of their lives.

Redwings Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

Redwings currently provides permanent specialised sanctuary care to more than 1000 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules that no longer have a working life but retain a quality of life. Many have been through traumatic experiences before they were rescued or have ongoing veterinary needs and we are delighted to be able to offer them a safe and secure home for the rest of their days.

The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary (UK)

We are a recognised Scottish charity, established in 2003, to provide permanent homes to donkeys and mules in need of sanctuary whether due to cruelty or neglect or because their current owners are no longer able to care for them

Second Chance Equine (UK/France)

Help rescuing horses, donkeys and mules from certain death!

Donkey Sanctuary Aruba (Caribbean, America)

Founded in 1997 as a non-profit and completely volunteer run organisation, our mission is simple. Save the Donkeys! Although not originally native to the small island of Aruba, they have existed here for 500 years having been the primary mode of transportation until cars began to be introduced on the island in increasing numbers.

 Donkey Sanctuary Bonair (Netherland Antilles)

The primary objective of Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire is to offer a sheltered, protected life to all the donkeys of Bonaire. Our information about the lives and experiences of donkeys is also raising awareness amongst the local community, schools and tourists.

Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue (USA)

Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue is the largest donkey rescue in the United States with facilities located all across the country.  Peaceful Valley is dedicated to improving the plight of the American Donkey through rescue, safe capture, sanctuary and education.

Redwing Horse Sanctuary  (Lockwood, California,USA)

Redwings currently provides permanent specialised sanctuary care to more than 1000 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules that no longer have a working life but retain a quality of life. Many have been through traumatic experiences before they were rescued or have ongoing veterinary needs and we are delighted to be able to offer them a safe and secure home for the rest of their days.

Sara’s Sanctuary (Redmond,Washington,USA)

Sara’s Sanctuary advocates for the safety, well-being, and quality of life for all animals. We provide a safe and secure lifetime haven for animals in need of special care, for the disabled and abused exotic wildlife and domestic farm animals. They are given an abundance of love, which they so deserve, where they can live out the rest of their lives in security and dignity in their forever home.

Turning Pointe Donkey Rescue (Michigan,USA)

Turning Pointe Donkey Rescue (aka TPR and/or the rescue) is a Michigan based non-profit organization dedicated to the health and welfare of miniature, standard and mammoth donkeys.

Wild Burro Rescue & Preservation Project (California, USA)

Dedicated to the live capture-rescue, rehabilitation and lifelong care of otherwise doomed wild burros.