Equest Hooves for Heroes

08/16/2025

Huge thanks to for inviting Ruth and Amy, to talk about the incredible work happening at Equest and the life-changing impact equine therapy has for our veteran and first responder community.

🎥 Watch the interview: https://youtube.com/live/vNZKLLAZwek
🌐 Learn more: www.equest.org
📧 veterans@equest.org

07/23/2025

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Equest as a volunteer! Whether you want to assist in classes, help in the barn, or bring your corporate group for a day of giving back, we have opportunities for everyone.

Volunteer Training Dates: August 16 & 23
Register now: https://equest.org/volunteer/

Be part of something meaningful at Equest, we can’t wait to see you!

07/22/2025

We're currently scheduling Physical and Occupational Therapy clients for the Fall semester. PT and OT appointments are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
To learn more and apply, visit www.equest.org and complete the client application. For questions, feel free to reach out to our registrar, Kaydra, at registrar@equest.org.

07/21/2025

Exciting updates from Team Equest!

Let’s give a warm welcome to Kaydra, our new Registrar who loves the outdoors, rodeos, and anything red velvet, we are so happy to have her on board! Be sure to stop by and say hi and welcome her to the team!

We also want to congratulate Angela on her transition to our Events & Communications Manager, best wishes in your new role!

Big things are happening at Equest!

07/18/2025

You have seen the joy, the healing, and the transformation that happens every day at Equest. Imagine the impact continuing long into the future. Through a legacy gift to Equest, you ensure that children, adults and veterans will continue to find strength, confidence, and connection with our horses for generations to come.

Your love for this mission doesn't have to end, it can become a lasting gift of hope.
Learn more at https://equest.org/support-us/

07/15/2025

Equest stands in solidarity with the families and communities affected by the devastating floods in Central Texas. While words can never ease such loss, please know that you are not alone.
We are here and ready to support those impacted through our equine-assisted services, including counseling and outreach opportunities. If there's a way we can help, whether through partnerships, school support, or simply by showing up, we’re committed to being there.
Together, we heal.

Please contact us at equest@equest.org

07/10/2025

Even horses need a little help reaching those hard-to-reach spots! We are so grateful for amazing volunteers like Gina who come out every week to lend a hand and a hose! Whether you have a few hours or a few days, we have opportunities that fit your schedule. Join our volunteer team!
Visit https://equest.org/volunteer/ to learn more.

07/09/2025

Huge thanks to for your generous donation to our Reading Quest with Equest and Hooves for Heroes programs at Equest! Your support empowers us to keep making a difference every day.

07/04/2025

Equest will be closed Friday, in observance of Fourth of July holiday. Enjoy this time with family & friends and be safe. Our office will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 7.

07/03/2025

Huge thanks to for their continued support of Equest! We’re beyond thankful to Kubota for generously equipping us with two lawn mowers, two ATVs, and a tractor to help us keep our grounds in pristine shape. These machines help us get the job done right, every day!

07/03/2025

We’re heartbroken to share that our sweet Ellie passed away yesterday from colic. Though she joined us just a year and a half ago, on Valentine’s Day, Ellie made a lasting impact on our programs, especially in therapeutic horsemanship and counseling. Her sudden loss will be deeply felt by everyone who knew and loved her.
We’re incredibly grateful for the outstanding care Ellie received. Our sincere thanks go to Dr. Arnold, Dr. Gilcrest, and their dedicated teams who did everything they could to help her. As we share this difficult news, we invite you to visit the small memorial at Ellie’s stall, created for anyone who would like to take a moment to say goodbye or quiet reflection. You are welcome to stop by anytime between now and next Wednesday, July 9th.

06/24/2025

A big THANK YOU to and for highlighting our literacy program at Equest!
We’re proud to share how our incredible horses are helping children build confidence and strengthen reading skills in a whole new way.
Check out the full story here:
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Could horses hold the secret to teaching more children to read? That's the hope of Equest, a therapeutic riding center in Dallas with a literacy program for first graders.