Danielle DeBenedetto
Vice President and Co-Founder
I started volunteering during my junior year at Ramapo College before BCHR was a nonprofit organization. I had fallen in love with the horses, the farm, and the overall positive environment that it was before hearing about its ultimate mission. Words cannot express how much these horses and this organization have helped me in my own life; and it is evident that we are making a huge difference in the lives of these beautiful animals- we are giving them a second chance at life.
Denis Trum
Treasurer, Equine Manager
I grew up with horses and have always had a passion for these wonderful animals. After retiring from a successful career in the packaging industry I returned to Mahrapo Farm, having once boarded my family’s horse there. Now I volunteer regularly at the rescue, grooming and exercising our horses. I’m always happy to share my extensive horse knowledge with the other volunteers to help them learn how to properly care for our rescues.
Anne Barretta
Communications Director
With the help of several experienced volunteers, I’ve learned the basics of horse grooming, tacking and exercising. Considering that many of the BCHR horses were abused or abandoned, I feel especially grateful and honored to have gained their trust through these necessary activities.
With our love and concern for the horses, we volunteers bond quickly over shared chores and develop a helpful and supportive camaraderie. These majestic creatures have beautiful souls, and I am humbled to think that I might be making a difference in their lives…but in the end they’ve made a tremendous impact on mine.
Jen White
Coordinator
As a kid, all of our neighbors and I had horses in our backyards. A typical Saturday would include packing a bag lunch, jumping on our horses and disappearing into the woods for the day. I still have the same love for horses and now BCHR has become my second home. I love all of our rescues, and I enjoy working with our group of dedicated volunteers. You can usually find me giving a tour of the farm or sneaking carrots to my buddy, Jesse James!
Roe Frontauria
Barn Maintenance Manager
The time I spend at the farm with all the wonderful people working to help these animals is something I am so grateful to be a part of. It is such a joy to be involved with helping these horses learn to trust and accept love from people. It truly is such a special place for the animals and for me.
