AGAPE ACRES

We are looking to find consistent partners that we can rely on to support our cause and programs by supporting the care of our Equine partners. We continue to work on getting information and word out to our community about the equine therapy programs that we offer and continue to work on applying for grants so that we build those partnerships with organizations that can provide funding.

We participate in annual events such as the Tucson Rodeo and the Marana Fall Festival. We set up information booths whenever and wherever there is an opportunity. We consistently reach out to local Schools and organizations to get time on their calendar to talk about what we do. We search for grants and apply when we meet the criteria (did you know that some organizations will only give grants to very large non-profits?) We have joined our local Chamber of Commerce and are advertising in a local business journal (The Christian Resource Guide).

We are 100% volunteer operated and have a very small volunteer force. The volunteers that we have currently assist with horse grooming and lessons in the arena. We do not have anyone helping with administration, fundraising, community outreach, etc. This all falls to the founders of our organization at this time, so we are limited in the man power we have to get things done.

So far we have a great therapeutic riding program running. We are serving 21 to 25 special needs children weekly and we are extremely proud of the relationships we have created in the TR program. We received a large donation in 2018 which allowed us to purchase 2 - Premier Portable Buildings to provide with a tack room and office storage space on site at our center. This was such a blessing and has given us the ability to become more organized and efficient in serving our kiddos during riding lessons.
Next is getting funding to erect a modular barn that was donated to us.