Grady Goat Foundation

How One Goat Brought Joy to Thousands

A baby goat named Grady came into this world on March 16, 2017 – St. Patrick’s Day Eve. His owners, Debbie and Rob Canton, immediately noticed something off about Grady. Unlike other newborns, he was unable to stand on his own to reach his mother’s milk. What was later diagnosed as a form of polio that affects some goats, Grady was soon determined to also be both blind and deaf.

Despite his physical challenges, Grady was loved and cared for, allowing him to live for six months—which was six months longer than vets expected. During that time, Grady showed an incredible zest for life, playing with baby goats and other animals on the farm, seemingly unaware of the physical limitations and being unable to see or hear. It was this ability to overcome adversity during his short life that inspired Debbie and Rob to launch the Grady Goat Foundation and even rename their homestead Grady Goat Farm.

Grady Goat Foundation raises money through its weekly goat yoga classes and other fundraisers to rescue and provide a sanctuary for goats that have been neglected or abandoned. The Foundation also helps “kids” (children) facing adversity. In its first five years, Grady Goat Foundation has partnered with dozens of local and national organizations with fundraisers to support a number of worthy efforts.

Private Events & Groups

From corporate team building to social gatherings or an array of special occasions, Grady Goat Foundation can help create intimate, memorable experiences that are guaranteed to bring smiles!

Exclusive events, priceless memories.

Our Programs

Grady Goat Yoga has been the foundation to help us to create and support programs that serve our community. Our organization is focused on goat rescue and rehabilitation, helping children facing adversity, and educating and raising awareness to the human trafficking crisis. Visit the links below to learn more about our programs.

Goat Sanctuary

Grady Goat Farm is located on 60-acres in Thonotosassa, Florida. We are home to over 200 goats and other animals, many from different circumstances resulting in need of rescue.

Support the Sanctuary
Project G.O.A.T.

Our primary charitable focus is Project GOAT (Global Offensive Against Trafficking), supporting the fight against human trafficking & sexual exploitation of children.

Meet the Herd
Project Frontline

Project Frontline was launched to support the incredible men & women putting their lives on the line in the fight against COVID-19 while also supporting the restaurant industry.

COVID-19 Relief
Peace Love Mustangs

Our sister charity located at Grady Goat Farm, Peace Love Mustangs is dedicated to preserving the heritage of our American wild mustangs through education, advocacy, and re-homing efforts.

Save a Mustang