Central Kentucky Riding for Hope

09/04/2026

We are just two weeks away from an exciting Saturday of polo, music, games, and equine meet-and-greets! Join us on Saturday, September 19th for a four-chukker match featuring Lexington Polo and benefiting Central Kentucky Riding for Hope!
A few Tailgating spots are still available; contact Sarah at [email protected] to reserve yours for this action-packed event!

09/02/2026

We had the great pleasure of hosting a PATH Intl. Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning Workshop this week at our facility. Individuals from all over the country came to CKRH to learn the best practices for working with mental health providers and educators to incorporate our equine partners in treatment plans, personal growth journeys, and team building.
This workshop is a stepping stone in these individuals becoming PATH-certified ESMHLs, and we were thrilled to be a part of their journey. Working together, we are able to show all the amazing ways equine partners are healing people from the inside out.

08/31/2026

ICE CREAM + FUNDRAISING! 🍨🐴🍨The best of both worlds have come together! 🍨🐴🍨
We are so excited to be participating in Crank & Boom’s fundraising program, PINTS FOR A PURPOSE! It’s a super easy way to enjoy delicious ice cream while supporting CKRH!

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP!
PRE-ORDER ICE CREAM🍨!
● Pre-Order C&B ice cream pints between September 1-15, 2026 at the link HERE and designate Central Kentucky Riding for Hope as the beneficiary.
● From September 21-30, you can pick up your pre-order at Crank & Boom - Clays Mill (3101 Clays Mill Road, Lexington KY 40503)
● $2 from each $12 pint pre-order that is designated for our organization, will benefit our group!

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Welcome to the Pints for a Purpose :: September 2026 Campaign!THIS FUNDRAISER IS FOR LOCAL PICK UP ONLY IN LEXINGTON. NO DELIVERY OR SHIPPING.FOR EVERY PINT PURCHASED, WE WILL DONATE $2 TO THE ORGANIZATION YOU DESIGNATE IN YOUR PRE-ORDER.Pre-Orders will be open September 1-15, 2026.Pre-Orders must b...

08/26/2026

There’s nothing better than a partnership built around keeping horses healthy, happy, and ready to do what they do best! 💙🐴💙

We’re proud to partner with LubriSynHA to support our horses who provide healing and connection every day through their work at CKRH. They deserve the very best care, and thanks to generous partnerships, we can provide it.

Together, we’re investing in the health and longevity of the horses who make our equine-assisted services possible. Because when you take care of the horse, you take care of all those they touch.

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08/18/2026

Join us this Saturday, August 22nd, for our 3rd Annual OPEN BARN DAY! A fun day for all ages!
There will be Minis & Me interactive experiences, lesson demonstrations, tours, and partner booths.

08/10/2026

Fall Therapeutic Riding Registration is Now Open!

We're excited to announce that registration for our upcoming Fall Therapeutic Riding Session is officially open!

Lesson times are available Monday through Friday, and we can't wait to welcome both returning and new riders for another season of growth, confidence-building, and fun in the saddle.

If you're interested in signing up or would like more information, please contact our Client Relations Director, Ashton, to get started and complete the registration process.

Don't wait—spots fill quickly! We look forward to seeing you at the barn this fall.

07/31/2026

We are honored to announce a new partnership with Trotting Towards Hope (the Susan L. Canole Foundation), whose mission is to support children through grief, life transitions, and personal growth through equine-assisted services and programs. The Foundation believes in the quiet, powerful wisdom of horses and the deep healing that programs like Central Kentucky Riding for Hope can provide.

This partnership is an inspiring fit for CKRH's mission to improve the lives of children through equine-assisted services. Together, we recognize the incredible impact horses can have on emotional well-being, personal growth, confidence, and connection. 

With support from Trotting Towards Hope (the Susan L. Canole Foundation) grant, CKRH will expand our reach, increase access to services, and create more opportunities for children to experience the healing power of the horse and the growth possible in a safe, supported environment.

We are deeply grateful for their investment in our community and their commitment to ensuring that more children have access to life-changing equine experiences.

💚Here's to trotting towards hope—together. 

07/28/2026

It looks like our adorable mini Caesar and our quarter horse Vegas both had the same idea when they saw the Kentucky Performance Products buckets come out. Who gets first dibs? We're pretty sure that's still up for debate! 😄

While these two may be focused on what's in the bucket, we're focused on saying THANK YOU to Kentucky Performance Products for their incredible support of CKRH. As a year-round sponsor, KPP generously donates supplements that help our herd stay healthy, happy, and ready to serve our riders. For more than 25 years, Kentucky Performance Products has been committed to providing research-proven equine nutrition and supplements designed to support horses at every stage of life.

Our horses are at the heart of everything we do, and partners like KPPusa help ensure they receive the care and nutritional support they deserve. To learn more about Kentucky Performance’s products visit kppusa.org

07/27/2026

We love bringing our Minis on the Move program to the community, and recently the Wonder Twins had the joy of visiting Camp Shawano. We spent the morning with Kentucky’s Adaptive Girl Scout Troop, where the girls learned the basics of pony grooming and discovered how to keep a pony’s coat shiny and healthy. For many of the Girl Scouts, it was their very first time meeting a miniature pony. Seeing their excitement, curiosity, and bright smiles made the visit truly unforgettable.