Hope and Healing Therapeutic Riding

04/29/2026

Not all heroes wear capes…
Some wear boots and lead horses. 💜

Hope & Healing Therapeutic Riding is looking for volunteers!

And no—
You don’t have to be an expert.
You don’t have to “know horses perfectly.”
You just have to care.

Because what happens here isn’t just riding lessons…

It’s a child speaking their first full sentence.
It’s confidence where there used to be fear.
It’s connection in a world that often feels overwhelming.

Our volunteers are the heartbeat of this program.

You’ll help build confidence—quietly, steadily.
You’ll be part of moments that truly change lives.

If you’ve been looking for something meaningful… this is it.

Message us or comment “VOLUNTEER” and we’ll get you the details.

04/17/2026

At Hope & Healing Therapeutic Riding, we believe every child deserves access to the healing power of horses.

But the reality is—
not every family can financially make that happen.

That’s where our community comes in.

Your donation helps provide:
• riding sessions for children in need
• emotional and physical support through equine connection
• life-changing experiences they wouldn’t otherwise have access to

This isn’t just a riding program.

It’s confidence.
It’s healing.
It’s hope.

If you feel called to be part of that…

We are currently accepting scholarship donations for our upcoming sessions.

Every dollar makes a difference.

Message us to donate or learn more. 💜

04/16/2026

Our Hope & Healing Therapeutic Riding Spring Session begins May 19—and spots are limited.

This program is for kids who need more than just an activity.

It’s for the kids who:
• need confidence
• need connection
• need a place to feel safe and seen

And the best part?
They don’t have to be ready to ride.

Some start in the saddle.
Some start on the ground.

Because healing and confidence don’t come from rushing. They come from meeting each child exactly where they are.

Through horses, we work on:
• balance & coordination
• emotional regulation
• communication & confidence

But what really happens?

They start to believe in themselves again. And that carries far beyond the arena.

If your child could benefit from this kind of support, we would love to have them.

Message us to get signed up or ask questions.
Spots will fill quickly. 💜

10/27/2025

Thank you so much Dakota Community Bank & Trust for supporting us! Nothing beats living in a small community. 🥰

🐴September Donation Spotlight: Hope & Healing Therapeutic Riding 🐴

At Dakota Community Bank & Trust, giving back is part of who we are. Each month, we donate $5 for every new account opened to a local nonprofit making a difference. In September, that donation went to Hope and Healing Therapeutic Riding

Hope and Healing Therapeutic Riding is a non-profit in Bowman, ND that offers horse back riding to those with specials needs and at-risk individuals with the hope of therapeutic benefit.

Thank you to everyone who opened an account in September-you helped us support this vital work. ❤️

08/01/2025

📚🐴 Horse-Powered Reading
August 14 – September 11
(5-week session — no class on August 28)
Ground-based only — no riding involved

Reading support meets horse-powered movement and connection!
This one-of-a-kind 5-week program helps kids strengthen key reading skills through fun, hands-on activities — all alongside calm, engaging horses.

🎯 Focused on:
• Phonics
• Fluency
• Vocabulary
• Reading Comprehension

✨ No sitting still at desks. No pressure. Just movement, connection, and confidence-building — all from the ground.

Perfect for early readers, reluctant readers, or kids who learn best through experience and play.

📩 Message to register — limited spots available!