Welcome to Hopeful AcresHopeful Acres is a 501 C-3 non-profit organization that provides healing, hope, and support to those experiencing physical and/or mental trauma through Equine-Assisted Services (caring-for, learning-about, tacking-up, lunging, and riding horses).
Although we offer programs/services to the general public, we give precedence to the following primary sectors: "Special Needs Individuals" "Veterans including their families" "Youth-at-Risk" We serve the greater San Antonio, Texas community. |
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The Founder’s “Why”Rick always had a special place in his heart for special needs children/adults as he had and eventually lost his baby brother (Jay) to challenges associated with Down syndrome. This organization is his way to keep Jay’s memory alive, and bring a moment of joy to families with special needs children/adults that will hopefully last a lifetime.
Rick, as a Veteran who served for 24 years in the Army understands the challenges created by multiple deployments and the pain of being away from one’s family and friends. With this, Rick has the strong desire to help his fellow Veterans including their families. Rick's upbringing would have certainly placed him in the "youth-at-risk" category, so he can absolutely relate to this well-deserving population. Rick inspires to create an environment where all youth (especially those considered to be at-risk) get a fair chance to have a fulfilling and meaningful life. Rick not only wants to see these special "friends," military brothers and sisters, and our youth-at-risk survive, but his goal is they thrive! |
Mission
Hopeful Acres’ mission is to provide for healing, hope, and support to those experiencing physical and mental trauma through Equine-Assisted Services and other support services.
Our Vision
To lift-up and empower those who are being held down by life’s circumstances.
Heal.Through the proven therapeutic benefits our participants will attain from being around animals in a country-type setting. We embrace our participants and simply meet them where they are in life. |
Hope.Through the increased self-confidence level and encouragement, our participants will gain from the simple interaction with our staff and animals. We inspire our participants to trust and believe in a higher power. |
Support.Through sharing applicable community resources/information based on our participants' individual needs and situation. We empower our participants to overcome any adversities or obstacles they may be facing. |
Proud member of:
"...Coming to Hopeful Acres has given me a reason to look forward to the weekdays, and not just the weekends and I’m grateful for what Rick is doing."
--Rasheidah Reid, Active Duty Military
Volunteer Orientation
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Gala at the Big Red Barn
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Important Dates / Outreach
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Current Status
- Seeking donations & sponsorships to enable us to provide no-fee services to Veterans & Special Needs clients
- Current Hours: Operating on a "by appointment only" basis.
