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SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS PROGRAMS

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Sonny Boy, Sonny the Kid, and Sonny Horses 4 Kids proudly present Sonny Horses 4 Kids. We create positive connections with underserved youth, trafficked women and children, children with special needs, at-risk families, and children who have experienced trauma. Through kindness and community engagement, children discover that behind every badge is a heart and a genuinely kind individual who is looking out for them and their community


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SONNY HORSES 4 SENIORS Program

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Sonny Boy, Sonny the Kid, and Sonny Horses 4 Kids proudly present Sonny Horses 4 Seniors. Your generous support brings comfort, companionship, and joy to seniors experiencing loneliness, dementia, or Alzheimer’s. Each visit provides meaningful connection and includes a soft Sonny Boy plushie—lovingly known as a Sonny Angel Horse—to remind seniors they are valued and never forgotten.

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SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS SCHOLARSHIPS Program

SH4K SCHOLARSHIPS HELPING FUTURE LAW-ENFORCEMENT PARTNERS

SH4K SCHOLARSHIPS HELPING FUTURE LAW-ENFORCEMENT PARTNERS

SH4K SCHOLARSHIPS HELPING FUTURE LAW-ENFORCEMENT PARTNERS

SH4K SCHOLARSHIPS HELPING FUTURE LAW-ENFORCEMENT PARTNERS

SH4K SCHOLARSHIPS HELPING FUTURE LAW-ENFORCEMENT PARTNERS


Support SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS SCHOLARSHIPS

Introducing the Sonny Horses 4 Kids Scholarship Program. We are proud to be providing scholarships to boys and girls participating in Explorer Programs associated with law-enforcement and First responders in Ventura County. These scholarships will help serve as a steppingstone towards an amazing future encouraging leadership, service and positive opportunities for years to come. Thank you for helping us build trust, connection and meaningful relationships between children local law-enforcement and first responders throughout our community. Together, we are creating  interactions and leaving a lasting impact. "One Child at a Time". 

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SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS FEEDING KIDS Program

SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS FEEDING KIDS

Since beginning in 2022, Sonny Horses 4 Kids has continued expanding its mission to support children and families throughout Ventura County. Our newest program, SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS FEEDING KIDS, helps provide food and support to children and families facing food insecurity.

With compassion, community, and your support, we are making a meaningful difference — one family at a time.

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SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS FEEDING KIDS Program

Sonny Horses 4 Kids is Bringing a Happy Thanksgiving to Children and Families in Our Community

Sonny Boy and Sonny Horses 4 Kids are helping children and families facing food insecurity by delivering Thanksgiving dinners throughout Ventura County — while bringing smiles, comfort, and hope to those who need it most.

With the generous support of our community Sonny Horses 4 Kids is able to step in thank you and step up to help those in need in our community. There are many ways to get involved with SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS programs—from volunteering and donating to attending our events and spreading the word. Each day, our programs continue to grow, allowing us to reach more children and families throughout Ventura County with the love, care, and support our community can share. Thank you for being part of this journey.

SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES Program

SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES

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Your donation helps us recognize and honor law enforcement officers and first responders who demonstrate exceptional bravery, dedication and service to our community. Through monthly recognitions, we celebrate those who quietly go above and beyond, while strengthening the bond between first responders and the children and families they serve.

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SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES AWARD RECIPIENT

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It was an honor to present the Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award for the month of April to Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales of Ventura County Probation Agency in the category of Dedication to Service and Advocacy for Youth and Families.

The defining strength of DPO Rosales is her steadfast advocacy on behalf of her clients. She works tirelessly to ensure they receive the services, resources, and opportunities they deserve. Weather coordinating care, or speaking on their behalf of families who may feel overwhelmed, she remains steadfast in her commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.

What truly sets DPO Rosales apart is her deeply compassionate nature. She brings warmth, kindness, and genuine character to her work every day. Clients and colleagues alike recognize her as someone who not only fulfills her personal responsibilities with excellent excellence, but also goes above and beyond to make a meeningful difference in peoples lives.

Congratulations Deputy Probation, Officer Roxanna Rosales as our Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award recipient for the month of April. Thank you to the entire Ventura County probation agency for the incredible work you do. It takes a village and you are a mighty force.

SONNY HORSES 4 KIDS - SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES is excited for our Ventura County community to nominate  outstanding individual, Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales of Ventura County Probation agency who represents the best in all of us. 

The Sonny Horses 4 Heroes program is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of law enforcement officers and first responders who selflessly serve our community. As a proud part of the Sonny Horses 4 Kids initiative, this program not only honors our heroes but also helps foster meaningful connections between our children and the first responders of Ventura County.

We invite the community to take part by nominating outstanding officers and first responders who exemplify the highest standards of service, integrity, and compassion. Each month, Sonny Boy, the Sonny Horses 4 Kids team, and senior department leadership review the nominations and select one deserving hero to receive this distinguished honor.

Honorees are recognized with a commemorative plaque and a dinner at the restaurant of their choice, as a small but heartfelt way to say thank you for going above and beyond in service to others.

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DPO Rosales is recognized as our Sonny Horses 4 Heroes Award recipient for the month of April in the category of Dedication to Service and Advocacy of Youth and Families

  1. Acts of Bravery
    Exceptional courage shown while protecting others in dangerous or life-threatening situations.
  2. Dedication to Service
    Consistently going above and beyond the call of duty to help those in need.
  3. Commitment to Community
    Building trust through active involvement in community outreach and engagement.
  4. Leadership & Mentorship
    Leading by example and inspiring others to uphold the highest standards of service.
  5. Resilience in Adversity
    Remaining strong, dedicated, and committed despite personal or professional challenges.
  6. Lifesaving Actions
    Taking decisive action that directly protects or saves lives.

View 2025/26 SONNY HORSES 4 HEROES AWARD RECIPIENTS

Senior Deputy John Meeker

April 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for

 Commitment to Community  

County Sheriffs Department Camarillo Police Department  

Police Officer Ricky Delong

May 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Commitment to Community

Santa Paula Police Department

Officer Fernando Espinoza

June 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Commitment to Community

Oxnard Police Department

Sergeant Chris Bridges

July 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Dedication to Service, Leadership and Mentorship

Ventura Police Department

Sergeant Brian DeNike & Officer Alex Salazar

August  2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Acts of Bravery & Life Saving Actions Moorpark California Highway Patrol

Deputy Jorge Gomez

September 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient 

Ventura County Sheriffs Department Thousand Oaks Police Department  

Senior Deputy Jon Nungester

October 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes

Recipient for Dedication to Service Ventura County Sheriffs Department

Camarillo Police Department

Senior Deputy Travis Neet

November 2025 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Exceptional Dedication to Service, Exemplary Resilience Under Extreme Operational Adversity, and Life-Saving Actions During High Risk Rescue 

Ventura County Sheriffs Department and Ventura County Fire Department

Engineer Derek Rasp

January 2026 

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes 

Recipient for Dedication to Public Service 

Ventura County Fire Department

Officer Zach Frum

February 2026

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes

Recipient for the categories of Acts of Bravery, Dedication to Service, Leadership and Mentorship, Resilience in Adversity, and Life Saving Actions. 

Port Hueneme Police Department

Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales

Deputy Probation, Officer Roxana Rosales

April 2026

Sonny Horses 4 Heroes

Recipient for the categories of Dedication to Service and Advocacy for Youth and Families.

Ventura County Probation Agency

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