Morgan is the fierce leader and protector of our herd. He is gentle, respectful, and loves to contribute to our program. An injury to his right front leg ended his career as a show horse in his younger years and began his journey of becoming a therapy horse.

He has the perfect disposition and is extremely handsome but his injuries cause him to be unsound for riding. Morgan is a wonderful contribution to our unmounted programs! and is now a treasured member of our herd of therapy horses.

SPONSOR MORGAN

Sapphira is calm, kind, and loves kids. She moves smoothly and takes great care of her little riders. When a participant slips off center in the saddle, she stops to let the side walkers adjust. She loves her job as a therapy horse!

Sapphira came to us five years ago from a neglectful situation. She was emaciated and had an in-grown halter. She has recovered beautifully.

SPONSOR SAPPHIRA

Steeler (aka “Steel Silhouette”) is a gentle giant with the sweetest disposition and absolutely gorgeous movements. He came to us from a loving family and by recommendation of veterinarian Dr. Jesse Clement who owned him in younger years. Steeler has taught many kids to ride and show. Steeler is part of an incredible STRC success story where his movements helped a little girl who was diagnosed with severe childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) to find her voice through our hippotherapy program. Watch the news story HERE.

SPONSOR STEELER

Our fluffy princess is smooth, steady, and perfect for our riders who need extra postural support. Before she came to STRC, Scrim taught many kids to ride. She can be a super cute little jumper when asked. She likes to make up her own rules and, like most ponies, she has no problem stealing food from her friends! The sassy pony mare put a smile on our faces when she arrived at our ranch in March 2020. It was the day of the funeral of Hot Springs Police Officer Brent Scrimshire, who lost his life in the line of duty. With the permission of the Scrimshire family, we named her “Scrim the Pony.”

SPONSOR SCRIM

Doc is an elegant and dynamic mover. As a former ranch horse, he is well-trained and has impeccable ground manners. He is quick on his feet and soft on the bit. Doc is a sweetheart and has an in-your-pocket personality that makes everyone fall in love with him. This makes him a favorite among our riders!

SPONSOR DOC

Ringo (aka “Jim Dandy Bell”) is a character! He is hard working, smart, and mischievous. He has a rigorous walk, trot, canter and is perfect for our sensory-seeking riders.

When Ringo first came to STRC, he didn’t trust people and would run away when we tried to catch him. With time and consistent training on the ground, he has turned into a reliable, people-loving horse who likes to make everybody laugh.

SPONSOR RINGO

To maintain the happiness and health of our amazing therapy herd of 5 horses and a pony through sponsoring a STRC horse. Sponsorship amount includes feed and hay, basic veterinary and hoof care. Sponsorships are available to individuals, companies, clubs, or any other organization.

$400: pays for the care of 1 horse for 1 month
Sponsor benefits: Social media recognition during the month of sponsorship

$4,800: pays for the care for 1 horse for 12 months
Sponsorship benefit: Social media recognition 6x per year, placard for display in your business with picture of horse

Examples: sponsor for ONE horse for ONE month (or more) or sponsor ONE horse for the whole year.

CONTACT

Fundraising Chair:

Jenna Joubert

(612) 636-9412

jenna.sunshinecenter@gmail.com

Executive Director:

Katja Summerlin

(501) 762-3157

sunshineridingcenter@gmail.com

Photo Credits - Bailey Burton Photography: https://www.baileyburtonphotography.com/