Many see summer as a time to take it easy and relax. School is out, the weather is hot, and the tea is sweet. But, here at The Right Path, summer is the time we get things done that are often put off during our regular semester. One reason we can accomplish more in a … Continue reading Getting Things Done: Summer Edition
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Marching On
Instructor Sue Haley helps talk an anxious participant through the mounting process, with supportive volunteers standing by. Many people assume that therapeutic horsemanship involves mostly riding, but much of the positive experience can happen without even getting on the horse. “A little boy came to ride today, and it was his very first time…” Leslie … Continue reading Marching On
Motivated By Love
Photo: Leslie Kirkland, founder; with Michael, William's Walk Driving Program Participant; and horse, Bud. What makes a great organization great? Well, its values, for one. It's people, for another. But more importantly, the values driving its people truly set a non-profit apart. What would motivate someone to give up their time, energy, talent, or financial … Continue reading Motivated By Love
Volunteers Make a Difference
How Could YOUR Unique Skill Set Fit in at The Right Path? Do the bleak days of winter leave you searching for a meaningful outlet for your energy and talents? Do you have time on your hands and want to feel connected to a community of people making a difference in the lives of others? … Continue reading Volunteers Make a Difference
Rotations, Rotations, Rotations
The Secret to This Semester's Smiling Successes “Can I tell you something about me?” the boy with the cutest little smile asked. “Sure!” I replied, surprised by his boldness. I had only just met this little fellow from Mrs. Wooten’s class. “I’m a really great hugger,” he said, throwing his arms open wide. **heart melting** … Continue reading Rotations, Rotations, Rotations
Dreams Becoming Reality
"I wasn't supposed to make it, but God had other plans." In this season of giving thanks, we would like to personally thank you, our generous supporters, for helping us provide therapeutic horsemanship at NO COST to people with disabilities and challenges, like U.S. Air Force veteran Cindy.
Golden Tickets
The Right Path presents a SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY to support our future whether or not you can attend our gala. 100 Golden tickets are available for the next two weeks or until sold out. For $50 per ticket, an auction item could be yours. Choose from one of the nine options listed below valued at $270 to $2,400. There … Continue reading Golden Tickets
Celebrating the Past ~ Funding the Future
The Right Path Riding Academy is celebrating 25 years of service to children and adults living with disabilities, youth facing challenges that increase the risk of dropping out of school, veterans/first responders learning to cope with life after trauma resulting from their service, literacy support for first grade students in Title I school, and mini-horse … Continue reading Celebrating the Past ~ Funding the Future
A Veteran’s PTSD Recovery Story
“I wouldn’t be as well off as I am today if I didn’t have horses!” Bryant Turnage served in the U.S. Army for 5 years. After being diagnosed with PTSD, he joined a horsemanship program at Oklahoma Baptist University. When that program shut down, his psychiatrist recommended finding another horsemanship program in light of the … Continue reading A Veteran’s PTSD Recovery Story
COVID-19 Impact
Hello, friends! These are strange times, indeed! As the COVID pandemic has affected our nation, leaving businesses struggling, it has also affected ministries such as ours. The shut down left us without the usual blessing of getting to see the bright, smiling faces of our participants and without the camaraderie of our volunteers. We miss … Continue reading COVID-19 Impact