Rhythm of the Rein 2012 Calendar Available
This calendar is a celebration of our past year in photos - they make great gifts so add some to your Christmas shopping list today!
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Hippotherapy services
While hippotherapy services may be covered under private and state insurance programs, payment for services rarely equals the cost of those services. There is rarely any funding for individuals/families seeking therapeutic riding services that do not fall under the hippotherapy classification. That leaves a large financial void and consequently those individuals/families have to personally pay, if they can, forego such services, or rely upon the generosity of individual donors, of which we hope you are one.
“A society will be judged by how it treats its smallest members.”
-Harry Truman
If you would like to show your support for our special needs riders, you may do so by printing out our donation form from the link below and sending it in to us with a donation. If you prefer, you may also make an online contribution via Paypal, by following that link, also noted below.Each year we ask the community and area businesses to help support the program. We operate year round, and despite the use of volunteers and the reduced fees for the instructors and therapists, the average cost (including the not insignificant costs associated with the board and upkeep of the primary asset, the horses) to support one rider for a year is just under $2,500.00. Not only does this program offer physical benefits, families note many of their children start doing better at school, in social settings, and generally are more self confident and more willing to try new ventures than previously. Our adults also find great self-esteem and confidence building benefits. As best said by Will Rogers: - “There is nothing as good for the inside of a man as the outside of a horse.”
Donations can be made at the following levels:
- $15 -$25 Supporter
- $26 -$50 Friend
- $51-$100 Good Neighbor
- $101-$300 Bronze Sponsor
- $301-$$500 Silver Sponsor
- $501 and up Gold Sponsor
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Or download a printable donation page: DONATION PAGE
BEQUEATHS – you may bequeath a gift – for more information please contact us 802-426-3781 or e-mail us at RhythmOfTheRein@aol.com.
ADOPT A HORSE - Some of our mounts have special needs of their own – maybe that is why they are so gracious to their special riders. Some require special supplements to keep them happy and healthy. Let us know if you would like to help with the additional expenses involved in the upkeep of our wonderful mounts. Please contact us at RhythmOfTheRein@aol.com.
HORSE DONATIONS - We periodically need new horses to support our program. If you think you have a good candidate for us contact us – if they sound like a good candidate we will take them on a two-month trial to assess their suitability for this special job. If you think you have such a special mount, please call 802-426-3781 or e-mail us at RhythmOfTheRein@aol.com.
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS – Many companies are eager to help their local community members. This is an excellent venue for this. Not only is financial support welcome, many essential goods and services can be utilized as well. If you own or work for a business entity or know of a business that might be interested in becoming a Corporate Partner, please contact us at RhythmOfTheRein@aol.com. We keep a list of Corporate Partners and encourage all we come in contact to support our them as well. We would be more than happy to include you on our website as a Corporate Partner.
IN-KIND DONATIONS - In-kind donations of riding equipment, office supplies, etc. are also welcomed. Currently on our Wish List are:
- Shatterproof mirrors for our arena wall.
- Coolers for our horses after hot workouts.
- Building materials and supplies for an activity room.
- Bareback pads and western safety stirrups.
- 4 large commercial fans for the arena to make hot summer months healthier and more comfortable for riders, horses, and volunteers.
Thanks for your support!
