Be a Volunteer for Our Horseback Riding Program
Life As A Volunteer
As a lesson volunteer, you’ll receive training on how to help lead a horse, provide support as a side walker, help prepare and groom horses, and other opportunities.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life and help out as a fun and rewarding way to meet service hour requirements, give back to the community, spend time in a relaxing, outdoor environment, connect with horses, and help people.
You must sign up for volunteer orientation to secure your spot. Space is limited!
Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age, fill out the required paperwork in its entirety, and complete a volunteer orientation. We also require you to volunteer at a minimum once a quarter but preferably once a month. Please read the handbook prior to your orientation.
2024 Volunteer Orientation Schedule:
Saturday, May 11th from 1-3pm
Saturday, July 6th from 1-3pm
Saturday, September 14th from 1-3pm
Saturday, November 2nd from 1-3pm
All volunteer orientations take place at the ranch, located at 13400 Donahoo Rd, Kansas City, KS 66109. You must register in advance for orientation. Space is limited, please do not sign up if you cannot attend. Please email [email protected] or call Kim O'Connor at 913-226-5906 for more information.
Annual Update for Current Volunteers
Volunteers of the Year - 2023
Laurie Mosier, Marie Sorenson and Christine Hamilton are amazing individuals with an boundless energy and love for our riders and unwavering support for the program. They spend an incredible amount of time at the ranch to make sure Great Plains is successful in every way. They come to the ranch every day with a smile on their face and love in their hearts! We thank you for your dedication to our riders! We can’t do it without amazing volunteers like you! Walk On!
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”