STAND established to support overall well being connecting horses and people in nature

The STAND (Strengthening Thoughts and Nurturing Dreams) Foundation is a 501c3 organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to improve the mental, emotional, social and physical development of the underrepresented and underserved individuals.

05/16/2026

For the past several years, the Great Outdoors Adventure Camp has given girls the opportunity to step outside of their everyday environments and experience healing, confidence, leadership, and connection through horses and nature. For many of our girls, this camp is their first time around horses, on a farm, or simply in spaces that allow them to breathe, grow, and just be kids.

This year, we are seeking to raise $10,000 to support transportation costs so our campers can safely travel to and from the program. Transportation continues to be one of the biggest barriers for families, and we never want access to be the reason a child misses this life-changing experience.

Your support helps us move more than campers — it helps move dreams, healing, exposure, and opportunity.

Every contribution, sponsorship, and share brings us closer to ensuring these girls have access to a summer they will never forget.

If you would like to support the Great Outdoors Adventure Camp, please connect with us. Together, we can continue creating spaces where girls feel seen, empowered, and free to grow. 💛🐎

04/17/2026

Over 5,000 youth registered
400+ horse rides

But the real impact?

First-time experiences
Confidence built
Joy created
Connections made

From riding to grooming, storytelling to art , we created a space where youth could engage with horses in meaningful ways.

Thank you Events DC and our incredible team for making it happen.

03/31/2026

We’re officially underway ✨

The Through Her Lens Leadership Program kicked off this Saturday with an amazing first session for our girls ages 12–16. They explored photography as a tool for self-expression while also diving into self-reflection and journaling to begin finding their voice.

Deep gratitude to our incredible team , .me and .

Thanks for hosting us in such a beautifully aligned space .

Special thanks to the Executive Director of CHACC for stopping through and sharing powerful words with the girls about the importance of knowing thyself.

Such a meaningful start and this is only the beginning 💫

Thanks to the support of funders like , our programs are offered at little to no cost.

City girls meet country calm. Join us this summer for another amazing Great Outdoors Adventure! 4 spots available for 12...
03/18/2026

City girls meet country calm. Join us this summer for another amazing Great Outdoors Adventure!

4 spots available for 12-16 y/o girls
Get registered today!

The Great  Outdoor Adventures🌿✨ interest forms are now open for our upcoming summer camp experience for girls ages 6–16....
01/30/2026

The Great Outdoor Adventures🌿✨
interest forms are now open for our upcoming summer camp experience for girls ages 6–16.
In addition to exposing them to horses as a sport, our camp is designed to encourage confidence, curiosity, connection, and outdoor exploration, The Great Outdoor Adventure is about giving girls space to grow, explore, and be themselves—through meaningful experiences in nature.
📌 Dates and full details are available on our website .org

If you’re a parent or guardian interested in learning more, we invite you to submit an interest form so you’ll be the first to receive updates as plans continue to unfold.

Shout-out to the real MVP behind the scenes 🐎❄️.Even when I’m miles away and the storms are relentless -busted pipes, sn...
01/30/2026

Shout-out to the real MVP behind the scenes 🐎❄️.
Even when I’m miles away and the storms are relentless -busted pipes, snow, ice, and long days- horses are cared for with consistency, grit and heart.
True caretaking isn’t glamorous, but it’s everything.
Forever grateful for the kind of human who shows up no matter the weather

What It Takes to Care for Our Horses This Winter❄️🐴Winter is our most challenging season, and every contribution helps k...
12/02/2025

What It Takes to Care for Our Horses This Winter❄️🐴

Winter is our most challenging season, and every contribution helps keep our herd healthy, warm, and well-fed. Here’s where your support goes:

Board & Shelter:Safe, warm stabling to protect the herd from snow, wind, and dropping temps

Hay Supply:Horses eat 40–60% more hay in winter to stay warm

Specialized Feed: Additional grain + supplements to maintain energy and body condition

Veterinary Care:Seasonal checkups, dental care, deworming, and emergency needs

Farrier Services: Regular hoof trims to keep them sound on frozen ground
Bedding:Extra shavings to ensure warm, dry stalls

Winter Maintenance:Blankets, repairs, equipment upkeep, and ranch essentials

This Giving Tuesday, we’re raising $6,000 to cover these crucial winter expenses.
Your support keeps our herd healthy and our programs going strong.

Give today — link in bio:
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Every dollar truly makes a difference. 💛Support the herd today — link in bio: https://tr.ee/6INrPzAHk9
12/02/2025

Every dollar truly makes a difference. 💛
Support the herd today — link in bio: https://tr.ee/6INrPzAHk9

10/19/2025

💐💛 Yesterday (10/18), we gathered to celebrate The STAND Foundation’s 10th Anniversary and Ms. Pennie’s Birthday. True to Ms. Pennie’s beautifully generous spirit, our innate healer spent her evening pouring love & light into the hearts of those she loves — reminding us how we “light up her life…

So today, we’re bringing the love full circle…by filling your timelines with all the ways she lights up ours.

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