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As a nonprofit, we depend on the incredible generosity of donors and sponsors, and volunteers to keep our mission going strong. Since 1981, your support has helped us serve some of the most vulnerable individuals on the Eastern Shore—and we are deeply grateful. You make a real difference. Please consider continuing that impact by donating or volunteering today.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

"My 11-year-old son has now participated in two seasons with Positive Strides Therapeutic Riding, and I can’t wait to sign him up for another this fall!

The staff and volunteers at Positive Strides are absolutely amazing. The kindness, patience, and genuine care they show both the riders and the horses is truly something special. This program has made such a wonderful impact on my son, and I am so grateful for the experiences and relationships he has gained there.

One of my favorite things is hearing him wake up on riding days and say, “I can’t wait to see my boy, Clacky!” The bond he has formed with Clacky means so much to him, and seeing how excited he is to go each week means so much to me.

Thank you, Positive Strides, for everything you do and for the incredible impact you make on so many. We feel truly blessed to have found you and to be part of the Positive Strides family."
—T. Bobbick

A Pathway to Healing

Positive Strides Therapeutic Riding Center was founded in 1981 by Jessie Browne, Sandy King, Kathy Stoddard, and Vonnie Rust in order to combine their passions for horses and helping people. It was known as Talbot Special Riders for many years and served a small group of riders with special needs in the Talbot County area. As the need for equine-assisted activities and therapies grew, the organization grew to serve adults and children in Caroline, Dorchester, Queen Anne’s and Talbot counties.

While much has changed in the last 45 years, Positive Strides continues to work hard to create a pathway to healing for some of the most vulnerable people in our community. That will never change.