Junction City, Kansas – In a wonderful act of generosity, a Lawrence resident has given a rescued horse a new home and a second chance at life. Jordan Noller, grand-daughter to local entrepreneur, philanthropist the late Laird Noller, recently adopted Teegan, a 4-year-old gelding, from Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement, Inc. in Junction City, Kansas, providing him with a forever home and the promise of a bright future.
“Every time one of our horses is adopted, we celebrate its chance at a new life in a loving forever home,” said Karen Everhart, Rainbow Meadows executive director. “The true heroes for these horses are those that support us in our work – the adopters, volunteers, fosters and donors. Without them, we could not be successful in our mission.”
A striking Palomino, Teegan was in his mother’s womb when she was found in a kill pen in Kansas. In 2017 when he was only a few months old, Teegan arrived at Rainbow Meadows with his mother. Teegan has grown up at Rainbow Meadows and is a gentle giant. He suffered a venomous snake bite in July 2020 and it was his desire to live which allowed him to recover fully.
Dedicated to the rescue of abused, neglected and unwanted horses, Rainbow Meadows is an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) public charity located in Junction City, Kansas. It currently houses more than 30 rescues, all of which are available for adoption through a process designed to ensure that the horse goes to a safe and caring “forever” home. Rainbow Meadows actively works to educate current and potential horse owners on how to provide quality care for their horses.
Rainbow Meadows was established in 2005 and was the first Kansas horse rescue to be verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (www.sanctuaryfederation.org/gfas). Rainbow Meadows is also recognized as a EQUUS GUARDIAN (equusfoundation.org). In addition to its rescue services, Rainbow Meadows also offers a retirement program for individuals wishing to retire their horses to the ranch. All services provided by the rescue are funded by gifts and donations. For more information, call (316) 648-5082 or visit www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com.