Redwings Horse Rescue and Sanctuary began in May 1991 as a non-profit organization in Carmel, California, with a mission to end the abuse, neglect, and slaughter of horses, ponies, donkeys, mules, and burros through rescue and foster care. In its first year, Redwings rescued 15 equines from abusive or life-threatening situations. Redwings rehabilitated these horses and matched them with adoptive homes. Today 86 horses call Redwings home, including everything from miniature horses, to burros rescued from Death Valley, and a herd of Mustangs from Montana.