2026 Research Grant: Thriving as we age
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2026 Research Grant: Thriving as we age supports researchers studying equine-human interactions to advance active aging and well-being for adults aged 65 and older while assessing impacts on equines.
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Funder: Horses and Humans Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $175,000 for up to two years
Summary: Supports research on the mutual benefits of equine-human interactions for active adults aged 65 and older and participating equines.
Key Information: Studies must investigate humans and equines simultaneously and measure impacts on both.
Description
The Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) supports interdisciplinary research exploring how connection with equines can enhance active aging, health, well-being, and quality of life for adults aged 65 and older. The call encompasses psychological, physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual well-being. Relevant activities include education, therapy, groundwork, leadership programs, riding, and mental health interventions such as observing horses during therapy.
The program emphasizes the interconnected experiences of humans and equines, with mutual safety and well-being central to study design. It supports rigorous, clinically significant research that fills knowledge gaps and advances evidence-based equine-assisted practices. HHRF endorses a One Health approach, recognizing connections between people, animals, and their shared environment, and encourages collaboration between researchers and practitioners.
