Business Details
26 Years
experience
Therapeutic Riding Programs in Waverly, MN | Freedom Farm
Founded in 2000, Freedom Farm partners with horses to provide healing, hope, confidence, and strength to individuals whose lives, minds, and bodies are not as free. Our mission is rooted in the transformative power of equine-assisted therapy, delivered through PATH-certified programs and a dedicated team of instructors and specialists. We operate on 20 acres in Waverly, Minnesota, maintaining 12 horses and relying on community support through donations, grants, and over 80% of costs met via fundraising.Our core values emphasize building confidence with grace, fostering personal growth through compassion, and creating trust via dedication and hope. As a 501(c)(3) organization and PATH member center, we uphold rigorous standards in therapeutic horsemanship while maintaining transparent operations supported by volunteers and corporate partnerships.
Services
Adaptive Riding
Therapeutic Programs
Horse Sponsorship
Volunteer Training
Scholarship Donations
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We are a PATH-certified therapeutic riding center with specialized equine therapy expertise.
- Our programs have served communities since 2000 with proven confidence-building outcomes.
- We maintain 12 horses and a 20-acre facility dedicated exclusively to therapeutic care.
- 80% of our operational costs are transparently funded through community partnerships and donations.
- Our team includes certified instructors and specialists in equine-assisted mental health.
Associations and certifications
- Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH)
Services
Adaptive Riding
Adaptive Riding programs use horse partnerships to improve physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities. Designed for individuals with special needs, our PATH-certified instructors create personalized sessions that build confidence and motor skills through structured equine interaction. This service promotes independence and emotional resilience.
Horse Sponsorship
Horse Sponsorship allows donors to directly fund the $6,000 annual care cost per horse. Contributions cover veterinary care, feed, and facility maintenance for our 12-therapeutic equines. This program ensures our horses receive optimal care while maintaining their critical role in healing participants through consistent, healthy partnerships.
Volunteer Training
Volunteer Training programs educate participants on therapeutic horsemanship assistance. Volunteers aged 14+ learn safety protocols, horse handling, and participant guidance techniques. This service sustains our operations through trained community members who directly impact program delivery and horse care.
Questions
What therapeutic riding programs do you offer?
We provide Adaptive Riding for individuals with special needs, Mount Up~Walk On for veterans, and Walking in Freedom for teens aged 15-18.
How can I donate to Freedom Farm?
Donate online through our secure portal, contribute to specific programs like scholarships, or support our horses via the Wishlist for equipment and care items.
Can I volunteer without horse experience?
While horse experience is preferred, we provide training for volunteers aged 14+. No prior equine knowledge is required to participate in our programs.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations to Freedom Farm are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
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Reviews (6)
Stranton Oftedahl
Mar 20, 2021
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Very clean and respectable. Trainer is very good and smart. Will definitely come back again worth the drive.
Helen Helgeson
Jan 03, 2020
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Totally professional yet so very friendly and accommodating for every person entering their property and facility. The best of the best!!
Kendell Kubasch
Sep 10, 2019
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The people that work there are fantastic! Suzie is awesome! One of the hardest working organized people I've ever seen in my life!!!! A truly worthy cause...
Karly Sorenson
Aug 05, 2019
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I stopped by unannounced with enquiries about their facility. Everyone I spoke to welcomed my visit and answered all my questions. The stables are so clean and well-maintained! The horses looked healthy and happy. Even "Lucy" the dog was gentle and friendly! Again, they weren't expecting me at all. So, "BRAVO", Freedom Farm!
Willie Bowser
Dec 10, 2018
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This was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I was able to witness the owner perform an evaluation on a child and to observe the immediate response of this 5 year old child. Freedom Farms is a valuable asset In the community. Many children have been blessed and have had a new beginning from this therapy.we give God all of the Glory.
Taras Rafa
Jul 30, 2018
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Amazing results from horse riding therapy for kids with special needs. Kids literally start walking on there own after several months of riding. Good for both physical and mental development. Execent stuff and volunteers, who really care about your child and help them to overcome developmental difficulties. The best place for theraputic riding in Minnesota and one of the best in US. Very thankful!
