The Military Equestrian Foundation (MEF) is a non-profit organization, founded by veterans, that aims to provide a respite for battle weary veterans and their families by offering constructive equine activities and sports to its members. MEF’s goal is to create a sanctuary for its members to learn and return to the art of love and open communication not only in life but in the relationships, we encounter each day. Set in the Virginia horse-country, our programs allow our members the opportunity to escape the trials of life and find themselves a beautiful serene getaway where they can interact with each other and engage with the horses stabled on our farm, whether it’s an escape of a few hours or the entire weekend. We are thankful for the opportunity to be in a position to help active duty and retired service members and their families from all walks of life, to conquer their personal growth challenges, transforming their struggles and burdens into opportunities. As veterans who have returned home from dangerous and lengthy deployments in combat zones, the founding members of the MEF understand first-hand the often difficult task of re-entry into “normal” life with family and friends upon returning from deployment or separating from the service.