Program Volunteers
Volunteer Qulifications
- – Must be at least 14-years-old.
- – If above 18-years-old, must pass a background check.
- – Ability to sustain a brisk-walk for 30 minutes (with periods of running) on uneven terrain.
- – Ability to follow directions of program staff and/or instructors at all times.
- – Willingness to learn about horses and riding equipment used in program.
- – Ability to communicate diplomatically and enthusiastically with others.
- – Ability to commit to a defined period of time each week for lesson support.
- – Non-smoker, alcohol or drug use at facility
Volunteer Qulifications
Volunteers are used in lessons to provide support to our participants as they grow as riders. Side-walkers work with the student, while horse leaders help to guide and direct our equines. Additionally, lessons volunteers may support clients with prompting, communication support, mentorship and horsemanship.
Born Volunteers
Caring for 17 horses is no easy task! To ensure that our facility and horses have top-notch care, all volunteers support in the barn. During a typical volunteer shift, you may clean stalls, sweep aisles, groom horses and tack them for lessons. Those with horse experience may help feed, bring in or turn out horses and change blankets.
Farm Volunteers
Farm volunteers help with special projects including mowing fields, painting fences, minor facility repairs, dragging arenas and more. Volunteers help our farm stay beautiful and ready for service.
If you’ve been a part of Sprout, THANK YOU!
If you are new to Sprout, please come visit and see our work in action!
"Sprout is a place where victories, both large and small, are celebrated... because victory is amazingly significant to someone who struggles daily."
Physical Address:
40685 John Mosby Hwy
Aldie, VA 20105
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8 Aldie, VA 20105
