ATTENTION: Applications are closed due to high demand. Please check back soon for future updates.

First, Thank You...

Your country has asked a lot of you.

You're Not Alone

Whether you served overseas or answered calls here at home, some things are hard to forget—and even harder to talk about.

If you need to talk to someone now:
📞 Call 988
📱 Text 838255
🏥 Visit a hospital, VA, or church—anywhere you feel safe.

Your life matters. Help is here.

Healing Through Action

We know it can be tough to explain what you're going through. That's why we believe in the power of doing. Whether it’s working with horses, tying flies, climbing, or biking—engage in something that brings you peace.

Charlie Five isn’t a rehab or therapeutic riding program, but we proudly recommend organizations that offer horsemanship experiences for all skill levels.

The Next Step in your Journey

Due to an overwhelming amount of interest, Charlie Five is restructuring our application process and is not accepting new applicants at this time. If you are seeking horsemanship opportunities please check out these programs.

Who We Support

If you're a Veteran or First Responder and want to be matched with your own horse, we may be able to help.

All applicants are thoroughly vetted to ensure they meet the requirements for participation. To qualify, individuals must demonstrate:

The ability to care for a horse independently
Proper knowledge and experience in horsemanship
A safe and suitable environment for the animal

Our priority is the well-being of both the horse and the participant. If you're ready for the responsibility and lifelong bond that comes with horse ownership, we invite you to apply.

The Process

Gifting a horse to a warrior is no small task. Our process can take more than a year to complete, it includes:

Interest Application
Initial Phone Interview
Formal Application Submission
Founder Review of Application
Follow Up Conversation(s)
Board Review of Application

Final Steps

In the event a warrior is approved to receive a horse through Charlie Five, we will begin the search for the right horse. Each individual has different needs, skills, abilities and interests. This part of the process may take a considerable amount of time depending on a number of factors.

In the meantime we will connect the individual with resources to help keep them involved in horsemanship. We often seek out opportunities from partner programs and mentoring options in their local area. We may also offer personal development coaching through Day 6 Ranch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@charliefive.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How do I get my own horse through Charlie Five?

Each warrior's journey is different so we pride ourselves on working with them individually. Applicants will be chosen by the board of directors. Factors assessed include, but are not limited to the amount of horse experience an individual has, the amount of time they are committing to staying engaged in horsemanship even though they do not have a horse and whether or not they or someone in their household has a horse they may ride or accomplish goals on.

How do I come out and visit your facility?

Charlie Five is operated out of a private home and we generally do not accept visitors due to liability.

Is there any way I can volunteer? How can I help?

Unfortunately equine liability insurance is very expensive and therefore we do not use volunteers at our facility. If you are interested in volunteering to help when we have an event, drop us a line!

Is your program just for Post 9/11 Veterans?

We are willing to help veterans from any era whether they have seen combat or not. We also support members of the First Responder community including police officers, firefighters, dispatchers, people in the medical field. Each application is considered on a case by case basis.

ATTENTION: Applications are closed due to high demand. Please check back soon for future updates.