EXPLORE | CONNECT | EMPOWER
OUR MISSION
HOPE is a 501C3 nonprofit with a mission to positively impact the life course of people by connecting horses and humans. We strive to enrich the soul and improve lives by fostering hope and healing relationships through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities with horses.
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EQUINE ASSISTED PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT, INSPIRE & IGNITE YOUR JOURNEY
We provide an opportunity to explore, connect and empower personal development so you can live the life you love! HOPE offers a safe space to decrease stress, increase joy and reignite motivation.
THERAPEUTIC
Our equine assisted service programs focus on building life skills through the study of horse behavior and natural horsemanship. We believe through equine based experience, education, and knowledge a vast multitude of “life’s scars” can be overcome, allowing for a reconnected, well-balanced life change for those in need. HOPE offers several personal growth and development programs geared toward increasing overall health and wellness. Veterans, 1st Responders, their families and Kids in Care participate at NO COST to them! In addition we offer partial scholarships to other families in need. We are able to do this thanks to the Orlandini Foundation, our Sponsors & Volunteers!
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EDUCATIONAL
In the never ending pursuit of self-improvement and horsemanship skills for those passionate about the horse HOPE offers a variety of educational events and clinics in a safe environment to develop deeper partnerships and equine skills.
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RECREATIONAL
Our goal is to encourage horse owners and enthusiasts of all levels and disciplines, and horses of all breeds to build partnerships and increase skills while having fun on the trail and in competition! HOPE promotes the importance of horsemanship, sportsmanship, community, and accountability. HOPE offers a variety of trail riding and obstacle challenges meant to encourage others to spend a little more time horsin' around!
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- Mon, Jan 012024 LHTC MembershipJan 01, 2024, 12:00 AM – Dec 31, 2024, 11:59 PM2024 LHTC Membership
- Tue, Mar 19Virtual Event - Ride Anywhere!Mar 19, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 20, 2024, 12:00 AMVirtual Event - Ride Anywhere!Mar 19, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 20, 2024, 12:00 AMVirtual Event - Ride Anywhere!LEAVING HOOFPRINTS | TRAIL RIDE What? 50 Mile/Hour Trail Ride When? March 19 - June 20, 2024 When? You can complete on your own or with friends/family. Where? Anywhere! This is a virtual challenge. Why? To support programs that help people struggling with stress, depression, overwhelm & trauma.
- Sat, May 18RochesterMay 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMRochester, 2000 N Walnut Rd, Rochester, IL 62563, USA