$250.00 raised toward my $1,000 goal.

Why I’m Raising Funds

For the past eight years, Miracles in Motion has been a place where I’ve witnessed transformation, courage, and joy — not only in the students we serve, but in myself. Today, I’m inviting you to join me in supporting the Horses for Mental Health campaign in partnership with Miracles in Motion, because the impact of this work is profound and far‑reaching.   Miracles in Motion has been a place where I’ve witnessed transformation, courage, and joy — not only in the students we serve, but in myself.

As a volunteer with Miracles in Motion, I’ve collected countless moments that remind me why this work matters. A few that stay with me:

  • Watching a student transform from fearful to confident. I’ve seen riders begin a session unable to stand near a horse — only to end it grooming that same horse with pride and a sense of accomplishment. That shift is powerful.
  • Bringing a horse to the mounting ramp successfully on the first try. It may sound small, but in the world of equine‑assisted services, these moments of teamwork and trust feel like victories.
  • Learning how to tack a horse correctly. Every new skill deepened my connection to the horses and strengthened my confidence.
  • Building relationships with these huge, graceful, emotionally intuitive animals. Out in the country, surrounded by rolling hills and sunsets, I’ve found peace, grounding, and connection.
  • Caring for the horses in simple, meaningful ways. Grooming them, talking to them, being present with them — these quiet moments have brought me more joy than I ever expected.

 

There is rarely a day when I leave Miracles in Motion without being in a better mood and a better frame of mind than when I arrived. That’s joy. And it’s the same joy I see reflected in the students and families we serve.

Why does your donation make a difference?

Miracles in Motion changes lives — for riders, families, volunteers, and the horses who make it all possible. Your support helps provide:

  • Safe, well‑trained therapy horses
  • Professional instructors and mental health specialists
  • Adaptive equipment and accessible facilities
  • Scholarships for riders who need financial support
  • Feed, veterinary care, and daily horse care essentials

 

Your donation ensures that more students can experience confidence, healing, and connection — and that volunteers like me can continue supporting them with the help of these incredible horses.

I’ve seen firsthand what Miracles in Motion does for its students. I’ve also experienced the emotional, mental, and physical benefits of being part of this extraordinary community.

This organization makes a real, positive difference in the lives of the students and their families — and in the lives of everyone who walks through its barn doors.

Please consider supporting Miracles in Motion by donating to this wonderful organization. Your generosity helps create more moments of courage, connection, and joy — one hoofbeat at a time!

 

Thank You for Your Donations!

  1. Joan Aune

    $100.00
  2. Erin and Eric Frederiksen

    $100.00
  3. Jane Ray

    $50.00
$250.00 raised toward my
$1,000 goal.

Joan Aune
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