Our Volunteers
We could not survive without the help from our community of dedicated volunteers. Our volunteers take part in lessons rain or shine, help with fundraisers and events, and play such a crucial role in everything our program does. We are always looking for more volunteers to become part of our program!
Our Volunteers
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.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age, fill out the required paperwork in its entirety, and complete a volunteer orientation. To get started as a volunteer, please read our volunteer handbook and sign up for orientation using the links below.
Additional details and information will be provided closer to your volunteer orientation date.
2025 Volunteer Orientation Dates
Saturday January 18th, 1-3pm
Saturday, March 8th, 1-3pm
Saturday, May 17th, 1-3pm
Saturday, July 12th, 1-3pm
Saturday, September 13th, 1-3pm
Saturday, November 8th, 1-3pm
Location
Great Plains Adaptive Riding Academy
13380 Donahoo Rd, Kansas City, KS 66109
Space is limited, please do not sign up if you cannot attend. Volunteers are required to volunteer at least once a quarter.
2024 Volunteers of The Year
Meet our 2024 Volunteers of the Year! Patti Luehrs, Alex Webber, and Cary Fletcher. These three have put so much time and energy into the program over the last year that we can never repay them. We are so grateful for their time, their love for the riders and horses, their smiles, and their laughter. It’s because of friends like this that we can keep the magic alive at the ranch! If you see them give them a big hug and congratulate them on bringing so much joy to so many kids! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts
Volunteer of the Month
Current Volunteers
Current volunteers need to submit an annual update form to ensure accurate information is on file. Please submit one of the following forms.