The Lost Horses Congressional Letter-Writing Campaign
A National Call for Kids & Teens to Raise Their Voices for America’s Horses
This holiday season, The Wild Beauty Foundation invites young people across the country to speak up for the horses who cannot speak for themselves.
For the first time ever, we are launching the Lost Horses Congressional Letter-Writing Campaign — a nationwide initiative encouraging kids and teens to write a heartfelt, one-page letter to their Member of Congress about why horses matter, the value of every life, the importance of protection, and what they hope leaders will consider as thousands of American horses continue to disappear into the slaughter pipeline each year.
Participants may also choose to share their thoughts about the SAFE Act — a bipartisan bill that would end the inhumane pipeline that sends approximately 20,000 horses annually across U.S. borders to slaughter.
Every voice matters. And this year, one young advocate will make history.
RAISE YOUR VOICE
How It Works
Write a one-page letter to your U.S. Representative or Senators, sharing:
Why horses matter to you
Why every life deserves dignity and protection
Your hopes for how Congress considers horse welfare
Optional: Your personal thoughts about the SAFE Act
Letters should be handwritten or typed, heartfelt, and in the writer’s own voice.
Bonus: click here to download The Lost Horses postcards, and print them at Kinkos, Staples, or your local print shop!
STEP I: WRITE YOUR LETTER
Mail your letter to The Wild Beauty Foundation anytime between November 2025 and February 15th, 2026 to the following address. We'll bring them to Congress during our Washington D.C. fly-in day this spring!
The Wild Beauty Foundation
578 Washington Blvd. P.O. Box 361
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Required to include:
1. Name of child or teen
2. Age
3. State of residence
4. Parent’s name and written consent
5. Email address
6. Phone number
All letters received will be carried to Washington, D.C. during our Lost Horses Fly-In Day this spring, where one young advocate will have the opportunity to share their letter during the visit.*
STEP 2: MAIL YOUR LETTER
Upload a photo or scan of your letter and share it with contact@wildbeautyfoundation.org so that we have a second digital copy of your submission!
Required to include:
1. Name of child or teen
2. Age
3. State of residence
4. Parent’s name and written consent
5. Email address
6. Phone number
You may also share your letter on social media to help raise awareness for the Lost Horses. If you wish, feel free to tag @wildbeautyspirit, your Members of Congress, and equine-loving creators or local news outlets.
STEP 3: SEND AND SHARE
IMPORTANT DATES
November 2025 – February 15th, 2026
Letter Mailing Window
Write and mail your letter
February 23rd, 2026
Semi-Finalists Announced
Watch WBF social media for news
February 27th, 2026
Video Round Submission Deadline
Top 10 finalists will be asked to record a video of reading letter
March 3rd, 2026
Finalists & Grand Prize Winner Announced
Competition Rounds & Prizes
Semi-Finalists — Top 10
Ten outstanding letters will advance to the Semi-Final Round based on clarity, heart, creativity, and personal expression. Semi-finalists receive:
A signed Wild Beauty movie poster
An invitation to record a video reading of their letter (with parental permission), shared privately with the judging panel
Parents, guardians, and teachers: please ensure your young advocate is comfortable speaking on camera. Semi-finalists should also be willing and able to travel to Washington, D.C. if selected as the Grand Prize winner.
Finalists — Top 3
Each finalist will receive:
A signed Wild Beauty movie poster
A curated gift box filled with items donated by our generous sponsors — books, prints, equine-themed treasures, and more
Recognition on The Wild Beauty Foundation social media
Grand Prize — One Young Voice Will Help Carry the Message Forward
The Grand Prize winner will receive:
Round-trip airfare for the student and one parent/guardian to Washington, D.C.
Hotel accommodations during The Wild Beauty Foundation’s Lost Horses Fly-In Day
An opportunity to share their letter during our visit to Capitol Hill as part of a youth-focused celebration of compassion, storytelling, and civic engagement*
This young advocate will help highlight the importance of kindness, respect, and the protection of America’s horses during a special moment in Washington, D.C.
*Participation centers on personal expression. No specific political viewpoint is required to enter, advance, or win.
Sponsor a Finalist Gift Box
Brands, authors, photographers, equine businesses, and organizations are warmly invited to contribute items for our finalist gift boxes. These curated boxes celebrate creativity, compassion, and youth civic engagement.
If your organization would like to donate books, prints, equine-themed items, or other meaningful gifts, please email contact@wildbeautyfoundation.org. Sponsorships support recognition of the finalists and are not connected to any political viewpoint or outcome.
Important Notes & Disclaimers
All entrants must have permission from a parent or legal guardian, and a parent or guardian must complete the submission form on behalf of the child. The Grand Prize includes round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations for one child and one parent or guardian; families are responsible for any additional travelers or expenses. Dates for the Lost Horses Fly-In Day are subject to change based on Congressional scheduling, weather, or unforeseen circumstances. In the event of rescheduling or cancellation, the Grand Prize winner will receive an alternate prize at the sole discretion of The Wild Beauty Foundation.
Semi-finalists must be comfortable being filmed for the video judging round, and finalists may appear in WBF promotional materials with parental permission. Student information will be used solely for contest communication and will not be sold or shared without parental consent.
Letters must be the student’s own original work; adults may assist with spelling and structure but may not write the letter. Eligibility is limited to U.S. residents ages 6–18. No purchase is necessary, and participation does not require a donation. This competition is designed to support youth civic expression, and no specific political viewpoint is required to enter, advance, or win. Entries are evaluated on clarity, heart, creativity, and personal expression.