EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program

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EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program

EQUI-KIDS | EQUI-VETS | EQUI-HEROES The organization is accredited by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.)

EQUI-KIDS is changing lives, one stride at a time through the power of equine-assisted service for children & adults with special abilities, active duty & Veteran military service members, and first responders. EQUI-KIDS is a 501c3 organization that provides life-changing equine-assisted services (EAS) to a large and diverse community of children and adults with special needs in the Hampton Roads community. as a Premier Accredited Center. PATH Intl. is the international professional organization that sets the standards for the EAS industry and certifies credentials for PATH Intl. centers and instructors. EQUI-KIDS serves an average of 100-130 participants each week and all services are provided by credentialed providers. Our services include therapeutic riding, therapeutic horsemanship, equine-assisted learning, equine-assisted psychotherapy with a licensed mental health provider (mental health services for individuals and groups), Speech Therapy, EQUI-VETS Military Service Program (serving active-duty service members and veterans), EQUI-HEROES (serving first responders), job coaching, school partnership programs, summer inclusion camps, and educational workshops. Participants range in age from 5 years to seniors in their 90s with more than 150 distinct diagnoses recorded. EQUI-KIDS continually improves the methodology and evaluation of its services to develop the most positive, cost-effective, efficient services and organizational structure possible. EQUI-KIDS provides therapeutic interventions to help develop healthier, more productive citizens, creating a positive impact for our community today and in the future. EQUI-KIDS relies upon -250-300 active volunteers who receive rigorous training and who provide 14,000 plus volunteer hours annually. More than 800 plus participants are served during an average fiscal year. The organization is governed by a highly engaged, volunteer board of directors and is staffed by 12 full-time/10 part-time employees, along with a herd of 21 horses and 4 ponies. Each horse is a different size and has a unique personality, which provides us the opportunity to create the optimal match between horse and participant. Philanthropic contributions for EQUI-KIDS comprises 92% of its gross annual operating revenue of $1,386,00.00. EQUI-KIDS has the ability to create sustainable, long-term programs that provide measurable objectives that carry over into the participant’s life at school or at work, at home, and in the community. Now, more than ever, EQUI-KIDS is an invaluable resource for children and adults with special needs and their families as well as our military heroes and first responders.

04/03/2026

5 minutes later? Filthy again 🙃

04/02/2026

𝕋𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕒𝕡𝕖𝕦𝕥𝕚𝕔 𝕋𝕙𝕦𝕣𝕤𝕕𝕒𝕪

We were recently honored for our ongoing partnership with An Achievable Dream Academy, who presented us with an award to recognize our shared commitment to the amazing young people we have the privilege of serving through our School Partnership Program. 🍎

One AAD coordinator said, "Equine-assisted learning builds focus, as well as confidence to overcome hard things; that translates back to the classroom and life. It doesn't fix everything for them, but it certainly builds their capacity to handle difficult circumstances. The outcome is positive with every single child."

Their mission is "Developing independent, productive citizens through a social, academic and mindset education." Thank you AAD for the great work you are doing in our schools! 🌟

🐴: Titan pictured with group outside; Jill playing "name my parts"

Thank you to the Hanafin Foundation for supporting this partnership 👏🏻

04/01/2026

We've got great news, no April Fools! 🌼

Rescued Hearts is a powerful, award-winning documentary exploring the miracles, mystery, and science of healing with horses through deeply moving stories and expert insight. 🐴

Audiences are calling it “a living masterpiece.” 📽️

For one week only, you can watch from anywhere in the world April 1 - 8.

Get your ticket at RescuedHeartsFilm.com for this free virtual event!

04/01/2026

Welcome Arthur to the EQUI-KIDS herd of impact makers! 🦓

Arthur is a zebra retiring to our farm for his next chapter as a therapy equine. He is gentle, quiet, and shows all the best markers of a great therapeutic partner in our programs. Would you like to ride Arthur in your next lesson?

We wish this were true, but it's April Fools Day!! Don't believe everything you see on the internet 😂

📸: Image by Barbara Fraatz from Pixabay

03/26/2026

Help us outfit the heart of EQUI-KIDS!

We’re seeking a sponsor for our next order of volunteer t-shirts.

Jill wants all our volunteers to look as snappy as she does! 👚

Would your business like to sponsor this need? Your donation of $1,155 will help us restock! 📦📦📦

Please DM us or email Leah.Spradlin@equikids.org if you are our t-shirt hero 👀

03/25/2026

Big thanks to Jeff Garcia for backing us at EQUI-KIDS with our Krispy Kreme Digital Dozen fundraiser! Because of your support, we’ve now sold 29 boxes of delicious donuts 🎉🍩

Every bit counts 🙌

Help EQUI-KIDS fundraise by ordering delicious Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens today! Enjoy mouth-watering dozens & share to support their Krispy Kreme Fundraiser!

03/22/2026

Much needed team bonding time in North Carolina this weekend 💫 we learned so much, met some wonderful new friends, and are grateful to be a part of the therapeutic riding industry! 🐴

03/21/2026

Our Executive Director, Marni, checking out the sensory trails during our break! 🎾

Thank you Shining Hope Farms for hosting PATH International Region 3, and Virginia Horse Industry Board - VHIB for funding our conference expenses!!

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2626 Heritage Park Drive
Virginia Beach, VA
23456

Telephone

+17577217350

Website

http://www.equikids.org/

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