The Colorado Horsecare Foodbank in Evergreen, Colo., has received a $5,000 grant from the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to help horses in the wake of recent flooding in the state. The nonprofit organization plans to use the funds to provide 22 tons of hay to horse owning families impacted by the storms.

Juliana Lehman, founder of Colorado Horsecare Foodbank, said, “The magnitude of the damage caused by the floods is far worse than the fires the state has suffered and on top of all the losses, we are bracing for a very cold winter. Colorado Horsecare Foodbank is extremely grateful to receive this $5,000 grant from The Humane Society of the United States. This grant will play a significant role in helping the horses and families whose homes and properties were destroyed and damaged.”

The foodbank is one of many equine organizations helping those affected by the historic flooding across Colorado’s Front Range. The group has helped more than 300 families keep their horses by providing food and veterinary care in times of need.

Jacquelyn Pyun, Colorado state director for the HSUS said, “It’s important to us that we support Colorado’s equine community as we all recover from the storm’s devastation. By working together, we can make sure these horses and their owners have what they need to start rebuilding their lives