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Our Mission

Giant Steps is dedicated to enriching lives through the power of horses, team, and community. Through the excellence of our equine assisted programs, people of all ages, means, and challenges experience the extraordinary benefits of therapeutic riding and activities.

New Client Enrollment Information

Help us ‘Redefine Possible’ in 2024!

Join us at our upcoming Giant Steps Charity Classic at Sonoma Horse Park. Cheer on participants throughout the Summer Classic: July 24-28, and Giant Steps Charity Classic: July 31-August 4 all while supporting our impactful mission.

Specialty fundraising team challenges will take place both weeks:

Friday, July 26th: Giant Steps Jump & Bounce

Thursday, August 1st: Giant Steps Obstacle Challenge

Friday, August 2nd: Giant Steps Team Challenge. *accompanied by an evening of libations, bites, music , and fun on The Berm- open to all!

Therapeutic Riding

Therapeutic riding enhances the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being of individuals with disabilities through lessons teaching horseback riding and general horsemanship skills. More

Equine Facilitated Learning

Conducted in small groups, EFL consists of unmounted lessons that include engaging activities with horses that teach character development and reinforce life skills. More…

Tailored Experiences

Customized experiences ranging from one-day trips for members of the disabled community who are unable to ride but who want to interact with our horses to girls building leadership skills over the course of a  More…

Every year, hundreds of people come to Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center, wanting to break down barriers that may keep them from reaching their full potential. We serve people representing a wide a range of ages, disabilities, and needs. Through our equine therapy programs, we assist them in achieving their physical, mental, and social goals to lead richer, more independent lives.

As a nonprofit, we rely on our generous donors and dedicated team of volunteers to create a safe space and provide enriching and enjoyable programs. Joining Giant Steps is ultimately about joining an inclusive community, where different people connect and champion for each other’s success.

When you support Giant Steps, you are changing lives. Please consider donating today.

 

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Thank you to some of our gracious corporate and foundation sponsors:

To become one of our valued Corporate or Foundation Sponsors, contact: info@giantstepsriding.org