Program Wishlist

Become A STARS Donor! We are always looking for new donors to join our roster of STARS donors. No amount is too small (or too big!).  We have a number of different sponsorship opportunities outlined below, but are also always glad to receive any donation. We are a registered non-profit charity, and will issue tax-deductible receipts for donations of $25 or more.

Bursaries

Therapeutic Riding Bursaries:


$75 for one 30-minute ride

$105 for one 45-minute ride

$1,950 for one 30-minute ride for 6 months

$3,900 for one 30 minutes ride for 12 months

$2,730 for one 45-minute ride for 6 months

$5,460 for one 45-minute ride for 12 months

Equine Facilitated Learning:

$155 for 1 one hour session

$620 for 4 one hour sessions

$1240 for 8 one hour sessions

STARS Wishes & Needs

$25,000 – Program Facility Rental (riding ring)

STARS is looking to rent a working ring so riders can safely learn and practice more advanced riding and horsemanship skills.

$12,000 – Sponsor a STaRS horse

This is the approximate cost per year to keep a horse, and hence a very large expense.

$5,000 – Adaptive Equipment Fund

Adaptive saddles, stirrups, hand holds are included in this fund. Right now we are looking to purchase new bareback pads and rainbow reins.

$900 – Annual Farrier care per horse

STARS horses spent a great deal of time walking on the roads. Their hooves need regular and special care.

$3,000 – Horse Training

This includes the skills that a therapeutic horse needs like standing still at the mounting ramp, being comfortable and safe while led on either side.

$5,000 – Instructor Training

STARS instructors need to be specially trained and certified. They also constantly need to be updating their knowledge and skills.

$1000 – Volunteer Development, Networking and Appreciation activities

Southlands Therapeutic Riding Society