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Who We Are

Mission, History & Vision

SPIRIT is a registered 501(c)(3) organization

EIN# 20-8492941

Our Mission

Our mission is to foster healing and teach life skills through interactions with horses 

What we stand for?

SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program embraces the principles of community, inclusivity and equality. SPIRIT values the uniqueness of all individuals and we are committed to the ongoing practices of listening, learning and growing. We will continue providing a welcoming and safe experience for everyone. SPIRIT wants to continue being an active part of the work that creates the compassionate society we envision.

Why support SPIRIT and the vision of urban horsemanship?

SPIRIT and the vision of urban horsemanship

SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program is unique because we implement different practices of Equine Assisted Activities, to promote inclusion and urban horsemanship, for the healing and improvement of life skills.

It is widely recognized that the interaction, between humans and horses, offers a variety of physical, mental, emotional and intellectual benefits.  Equine Assisted Activities complement the work of a variety of therapeutic, developmental and life coaching professionals.

SPIRIT serves the community by providing Therapeutic Riding, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted Learning programs, for individuals, families and groups. What makes SPIRIT so special is the proven history of collaboration between trained professionals, volunteers, clients and the local government, all working together to provide community-oriented programs that are committed to improving the quality of life of all involved.

Vision

The vision of SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program, Inc. is to create a strong positive and stable environment that fosters the healing, growth and personal development of our participants and staff, using interaction with horses.

Values

Integrity: Striving to do what is right for our clients, community and profession. Ethics, fairness, honesty and integrity are the cornerstones of our practice.

Passion: Passion for what we do and the drive to excel in every aspect of our activities leads us in our work.

Quality: Excellence is seen both in the services we provide and in the results we attain.

Respect: Respecting the dignity of all, regardless of level of ability.

Professionalism: Taking pride in our work and aspiring to be the best we can be; continuously learning and improving our performance.

Possibilities: Believing that nothing is impossible.

Our impact this year has changed our community!

  • 2023 Program Participants

    431

  • 2023 Volunteer Hours

    3,468

  • 2023 Program Hours

    2,558

  • 2023 Volunteers

    293

Thank you to our generous sponsors.

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