Volunteer

Volunteer at Horses' Haven

The foundation of our farm is the amazing volunteer base of over 130 people that freely give of their time, love, and labor. Each year, volunteers log an average of 30,000 hours donated! Volunteers work in teams - 2 shifts/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year taking care of daily feeding, turnout, and routine barn chores. Shift hours vary slightly depending on what shift you join, but AM shifts start around 7:00 each morning and run until 12:30-1:00pm. PM shifts start around 3:00pm and wrap up around 7:00-8:00pm.

Our regular shift volunteers also have the opportunity to join our groom team. Each non-rideable (companion) horse is assigned 1-3 grooms. We believe every horse, rideable or not, should be given the quality time and skills to be a good equine citizen. Our grooms work closely with the horses under the guidance of groom team leads. They are trained through our STAR program and test upward through different levels in order to earn the right to take their groom horse on property walks, join the monthly Miles Challenge, utilize the obstacle and training course, and more!

If feeding horses isn't your vibe, join our volunteer maintenance team and assist with vehicle maintenance, fence repair, lawn care, and many other tasks.

Volunteer Interest Survey

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Daily farm operations are largely handled by volunteers. The farm operates in two shifts every day (AM shift and PM), seven days a week. Shifts are slightly different, but morning shifts start around 7am, and afternoon shifts around 3pm, lasting approximately 5 hours each. Most volunteers belong to one shift weekly. We understand that volunteers may have time constraints due to work or other obligations and try to accommodate schedules as much as we can!

*Please note we do not ride our horses aside from our staff of trainers. Volunteer duties generally include feeding horses, giving medications, and routine cleaning around the farm. Grooming opportunities are available to our regular volunteers. Volunteers are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from the farm.

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How did you hear about Horses' Haven?

Are you 16 or older? Volunteers ages 12-15 are also welcome on shifts with a parent/guardian present:

What is your experience level with horses? (No experience is necessary – we are happy to train you!):

Are you interested in joining a shift of volunteers?

Have you ever been convicted of a crime involving animal cruelty?

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