Enriching lives through the power of horses, team and community

When you support Giant Steps, you are changing lives. Help us redefine possible, today.

Your contribution fuels our mission.

Equine-assisted services empower individuals with diverse abilities to achieve their potential.

Transform lives with your support by donating to Giant Steps today!

Empower lives through equine-assisted activities by volunteering at Giant Steps!

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Who We Are

Giant Steps mission 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.

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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 range of ages, disabilities, and needs. Through our equine-assisted services, we support 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 one another’s success.

The right experience for each rider

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Adaptive Riding

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

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Unmounted Activities

Unmounted lessons include engaging activities with horses that teach character development, confidence and reinforce life skills.

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Tailored Experiences

Customized experiences ranging from half to full-day trips for community partners who want to interact with our horses in a way that is meaningful to them.

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

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