FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is BITS a Legal Non-Profit?

Yes! Back in the Saddle Horse Adoption, Inc applied for and is an officially recognized 501(C)(3) non-profit organization.  We encourage all potential donors to check our status with GUIDESTAR, a service that tracks all Non-Profit agencies.  You can review our status by looking us up on their website.  You can also take a tax deduction for any donation made to BITS.  We will provide you with the necessary paperwork for your Taxes.

How do I donate a Horse?

If your horse is sound for light riding or ready for a new career, we will find an adopter!  Simply fill out a donation application and send to us along with digital pictures we can post on our website.  Once we asses your horses needs, we will contact you to iron out the details.  Check out our Donation page for more information and necessary forms.

How do I adopt a Horse?

If you are over the age of 18, gainfully employed and capable of handling a horse, you are eligible to adopt.  Fill out an application and send it to us.  We will verify you employment and references, check out your facilities and use your application to help up make the best possible match.

Do I need to wait until I see a horse I want before filling out an application?

NO!  We encourage anyone who wishes to adopt from BITS to download the application, fill it out and send it in.  We will process it and notify you when you become approved.  Then keep an eye on our site and let us know when a horse interests you.  We will also notify all approved adopters when a new horse becomes available.

Do I get a tax deduction for donating my horse?

Yes, but this is a serious matter and should be considered carefully.  A general rule of thumb is if the horse's value

AT THE TIME OF DONATION is under $5000, you do not need an appraisal.  If it is over $5000, then you do.  Some horse adoption agencies tell donors they can take a $5000 deduction for their horse, but that is not 100% accurate.  Many people are tempted to exaggerate and value a $200 25 y/o gelding at $5000.  This is not wise.  You are only entitled to deduct the horse's true market value, even if it is estimated to be less than $5000.  BITS will never place a value on your horse, but will ALWAYS recommend you consult a tax expert as to how much you can deduct.