Volunteer with the Horses

Volunteering at HeartSpace can take on many forms. Some folks volunteer weekly on their own, for special events, or join an organized work party that we announce on Facebook.

The activities are endless, and may include helping with morning or evening chores, feeding the herd, mucking stalls and pastures, brushing the horses, organizing tack sales, helping with building projects… Depending on your goals and experience, we even have opportunities for you to assist with rescue and veterinary care.

Since this is a sanctuary, we do not ride the horses. We are here to be of service to them and take joy in helping them feel good, find peace, and be healthy.

Some key things to note:

We welcome children accompanied by adults
You must wear work clothes and boots. Boots are very important; no flip-flops or soft tennis shoes allowed. If a horse has ever stood on your foot, you’ll understand why!
Always dress according to the weather. Bring rain gear in the winter and remember sunscreen while working outside.
Bring water and snacks
You will have to pass a background check upon approval of your application (linked below), which costs $16.95.
Please be aware of the following: here at HeartSpace we hold a strong ethic of open-mindedness, kindness, and compassion. As such, we ask that all judgment and negativity stays outside the gates. We welcome ALL races, gender orientations, abilities, and faiths.
We practice love and tolerance here. Please leave your troubles at the gate and give the staff and fellow volunteers the same kindness, respect, and compassion you do the horses here.

Click here for the volunteer application, waiver, and agreement.

All three documents are in the same .pdf file; please be sure to read through to the end. At this time you must download, fill out, and email or mail them back to us. We are working on an electronic form to make the process easier in the future, so keep an eye out for that!

Once your application is received, you’ll be contacted for a phone or in-person interview. After approval, you’ll be asked to submit a background check ($16.95). Once clear, you’ll be invited to the next orientation and on to join the Volunteer Team!

Volunteer Application