Westwind 4H Riding institute 

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Project Description

For over 40 years, Westwind Riding Institute (formerly Westwind 4-H) has provided recreational horseback riding classes for children with disabilities. Horseback riding is one of the few activities that is truly physically and psychologically therapeutic. It requires the involvement of the whole body and utilizes every muscle and joint. In our one-hour riding program, children play fun games on horseback that improve their coordination and balance. 

WHOA! provided funds for a therapeutic riding program.

Funding Provided

$7,500

Support Partners

Glen Oaks Pony Club 

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Project Description

WHOA! provided support for new tack and training materials. 

Glenoaks Stables is a recognized Pony Club Riding Center offering the national Pony Club curriculum for those who don’t yet own a horse as well as for horse owners.

As a Riding Center we operate in partnership with our host facility who provides us with the beautiful space and lesson horses to execute our program. Thank you Isola Riding Academy!

Funding Provided

$2,500

Support Partners

Sherriff Activities League

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Project Description

The mission of the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Activities League is to invest in all youth of the San Mateo County by creating opportunities that guide them toward their full potential through impactful programs, which foster relationships between deputies, youth, families, and the community.  

WHOA! supported their riding program.

Funding Provided

$5,700

Support Partners

California Riding Club 

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Project Description

California Riding Club‘s mission is to empower every child by unlocking their potential through STEM exploration, teamwork, and horsemanship, all within a diverse, inclusive community.

WHOA! donated for their Hoofbeats Horsemanship program.

Funding Provided

$9,900

Support Partners

Woodside Pony Club

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Project Description

Woodside Pony Club is located in Woodside, California and is part of the Mid-Cal Region. We participate in rallies with other clubs from our region and hold lessons at Woodside Horse Park and Kiely Equestrian (3375 Tripp Road, Woodside, California) with trainers from throughout region most weeks.

Our English and Western rider members range from younger children to adults. Some are learning to ride, while others are eventers competing in USEA events, dressage masters, or trail riders.

Funding Provided

$7,550

Support Partners

Caring Cowgirl

WHOA! is pleased to support the outreach work of Caring Cowgirl with funds that will help support their mission to advocate accessibility for the next generation of equestrian enthusiasts from all diverse ethnic backgrounds, the Latinx community, and for children of immigrants like founder Liz Evans.

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