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Horses are so often nutritive to those humans who seek out their company. The work of my foundation honors and draws on the seemingly mystical nourishing quality of the horse. This nourishing quality allows bonds to grow between people of diverse backgrounds, serves as a balm for the disquieted soul, and somehow allows even the most lost to feel at home in their presence.
—Jane Karol

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How You Can Help

The benefits of our programs are substantial.

The Bear Spot Foundation to Benefit Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is a 501(c) 3 charitable organization. Your generosity helps the Foundation to provide and to expand the vital programs it offers.

The Foundation receives no state or federal funding, or insurance reimbursement. It is financially independent from Bear Spot Farm.

Here is a snapshot of some of the Foundation’s primary expenses:

  • Hay, grain, horseshoes, veterinary visits and much more to keep the program horses happy and healthy
  • Incidental costs not covered in client fees for each treatment session
  • Expenses to maintain facility integrity, safety and compliance with state and federal laws
  • Periodic replacement costs for the riding equipment each client uses to maintain safety

In the near future, the Foundation plans to:

  • Expand its programs to reach clients whose families may not have the means to pay for services
  • Add an additional pony to the program
  • Host a conference on equine assisted psychotherapy for parents and guardians interested in this innovative approach.

Programs like these are expensive, but judging from Eileen, Brian, and Tommie’s stories, the benefits are substantial.

Let the Foundation help more youngsters just like them. Here’s how you can help.