Make a Difference
In the lives of individuals with disabilities.
No Horse Experience Necessary!
A rewarding experience that inspires growth.
Our participants with disabilities often require physical, emotional, mental and/or cognitive support to get the most out of their experience. Class volunteers assist our instructors with the participants before, during, and after class with typical activities and tasks.
Most class volunteers help participants prep their horses for class, walk (and sometimes jog) alongside them during the lesson and assist with post-class responsibilities as well.
When you compare the large number of participants served at LoveWay each year and the small size of LoveWay’s core staff, you see that it is truly the volunteers that make our work possible.
Who can volunteer?
Be at least 16 years of age
Be able to lift a variable amount of weight
Be able to see and hear clearly
Be able to follow directions and stay on task
Be able to walk or jog on uneven ground
Must pass a background check
No horse experience necessary
COMPASSION & CONNECTION
Students come to LoveWay to bond with horses and learn horsemanship and/or riding skills but they also form relationships with the volunteers who bless them with their time and support.
Opportunities
LoveWay truly enjoys and values having members of the community volunteer in whatever ways are needed. Below are common areas that volunteers bless us by dedicating their time, resources and/or expertise. If you do not find something on this list of which you believe might be a volunteer benefit to our organization, or if you’re interested in volunteering in one of the areas below, please fill out the application below and the LoveWay Volunteer Coordinator will contact you.
Note: We are currently unable to support Court Ordered Community Service due to time constraints and the high level of attention that our riders and horses require.
How to volunteer in classes at LoveWay
1. Fill out application
To get started, complete an online application so we can learn more about you and your skills and interests. You will also need to provide information for a background check, which is mandatory for all volunteers working directly with students.
2. Complete training
Don’t have experience working with horses or individuals with special needs? That’s OK! The LoveWay staff provide training during certain times of the year to help individuals decide if volunteering in classes would be an appropriate fit and if not, what other opportunity would!
3. Make a difference
The relationships you form at LoveWay will help inspire growth within our students. Thank you for blessing us with your time!