Home4Hope Capital Campaign

Home 4 Hope

Hope has been in the Rogue Valley since 1988. Because we rent our facilities we have had to move several times. We are again at capacity at our current facility and we want to future proof our organization through buying our permanent home.

“The people, horses, and experience for McKenna has been nothing short of a miracle.”

McKenna

Facility Requirements:

  • Approximately 10 acres
  • Modest resident for Equine manager Barn and runs to house equine Equipment storage building
  • Indoor arena
  • Outdoor arena
  • Therapy room
  • Obstacle Course
  • Within 20 miles of Medford area

Our Campaign Goals

Raise $250,000 by the end of 2018
Raise $550,000 by the end of 2020
Raise $750,000 by the end of 2022

 

As our campaign gets underway we invite you to schedule an appointment to discuss naming rights, donations and to come witness our sessions in person.

Call Angie at (541)890-8156 or Ahome4HOPE@hopeequestrian.com

Strategic Plan

2018
Increase Veterans program to 28 riders
Add 10 riders to regular program
Build “A Visit with HOPE” outreach programs to seniors

2019
Grow veterans and regular program 2 riders per session
Build “Education Days at HOPE” educational field trips to school age children

2020
Continue growth at rate of 2 riders per session. Hire one part time employee to handle growth

2021
Maintain programs and focus on final year of Capital Campaign

2022
Maintain existing program: focus on locating new facility and moving in

2023
Expand hours of operation and explore new programs in areas currently underserved ( Mental health, PTSD, Anxiety, Drug Rehabilitation program, Cancer treatment and survivors.

FAQ

How will Hope pay for maintenance of the facility after the capital campaign is over?

Through growth of the program we will increase revenue, continue and expand our major fundraiser (Denim and Diamonds, Run4Hope) per year that currently comprise % of our operating budget and grant money.

Is HOPE an Equine rescue operation?

No, in fact we only own one horse. Our horses come from owners that offer their equine a second lease on life through the program that is low impact and focuses on the rider.

Our Mission

HOPE Equestrian Center is a non-profit organization providing therapeutic horseback riding to special needs individuals throughout southern Oregon. HOPE has been in operation in the Rogue Valley since 1988. For many individuals with disabilities, therapeutic horseback riding allows them opportunities to accomplish things previously considered beyond their capabilities. HOPE is a way to discover a whole new world of adventure, freedom, responsibility, dignity and excitement in a safe and therapeutic setting. Most importantly HOPE provides an overwhelming sense of accomplishment for everyone involved riders, volunteers, parents and instructors.

Impact and Facts

From 2007-2017 HOPE has grown from an annual total of 36 riders to 382 riders.

These 382 break down to:

  • 12 Veterans (this number will rise to over 30 in 2018)
  • 55 At Risk Youth
  • 81 Kids in the Educational Horse Camp Program in partnership with KUA Charter School
  • 234 Special needs/disabled kids and adults

This computes to 3299 hours of service provided in 2017.

Equine-assisted activities and therapies are gaining more attention as beneficial therapy options for people with physical, developmental, and emotional difficulties. Horses can perceive minute changes in people through body language, tone of voice, and even biochemistry.

http://health.allwomenstalk.com/facts-about-equine- assisted-activities-and-therapies

A study done called “Effectiveness of Therapeutic Riding on Social Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder” published in the Journal of Education and Learning concluded that horseback riding improves the social skills of children with autism spectrum disorder significantly.

For more information, call HOPE Equestrian at 541-776-0878 or e-mail info@hopeequestrian.com