Overview
We are Agape Acres, a faith-based organization and proud member of PATH International, dedicated to providing therapeutic riding lessons to individuals in our community. Our program is designed to enhance the physical, emotional, and social well-being of our students through equine-assisted activities. Despite the numerous challenges we face, particularly in obtaining grants due to our faith-based status, we remain committed to our mission and continue to seek ways to improve and sustain our services.
The Challenge
Arizona's hot summer months force us to close our programs due to the lack of shade structures, which poses significant risks to our volunteers and students. During this period, although our lesson income ceases, we still need to maintain the care and feeding of our therapy horses. This situation creates a financial strain, as our consistent income from therapeutic riding students only covers half of these essential costs.
Funding Needs
To ensure the sustainability of our center and improve our facilities for the comfort and safety of our volunteers and students, we seek funding to cover the following key areas:
- Summer Operations and Horse Care:
- Funding to maintain the feeding and care of our therapy horses during the summer months when lesson income is minimal.
- This includes feed, veterinary care, dental care and other necessary supplies to keep our horses healthy and ready for lessons once the temperatures drop.
- Facility Enhancements:
- Shade Structures: Installation of shade structures in our working areas to protect volunteers and students from the intense summer heat, enabling us to continue lessons year-round.
- Arena Footing/Sand: Improvement of our arena footing to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for our horses and riders.
- Water Lines: Relocation and installation of water lines to more convenient areas for easier access by volunteers and staff.
- Sensory Trail Enhancements: Upgrades to our sensory trail to provide a more enriching experience for our students, incorporating various elements that stimulate and challenge their senses.
Impact of Your Support
Your support will have a profound impact on our ability to continue providing valuable services to our community. By helping us cover the costs of horse care during the summer and enhancing our facilities, you will enable us to:
- Maintain the health and well-being of our therapy horses, which are central to our program.
- Provide a safer and more comfortable environment for our volunteers, allowing us to attract and retain the volunteer support essential for our operations.
- Continue to offer therapeutic riding lessons and ground based programs without seasonal interruptions, ensuring consistent support for our students' development.
How to Contribute
We invite you to partner with us in making a difference in the lives of our students and the community. Contributions can be made through our website at www.agapeacresaz.org, where you can specify your preference for funding horse care, facility enhancements, or general support. You may also contact us directly via email or phone at
[email protected] or (520) 576-0898. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal of uninterrupted service and improved facilities.
Thank you for considering our request and for your potential support of Agape Acres Therapeutic Riding Center. Together, we can continue to harness the healing power of horses and transform lives.
Contact Information
Agape Acres
37603 S. Staghorn Lane
Marana, AZ 85658
(520) 576-0898
[email protected]www.agapeacresaz.org
We deeply appreciate your consideration and support. With your help, we can overcome our current challenges and continue to serve our community effectively.
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