Volunteers

Riding Volunteers

If you are interested in being a Lisbon, ND volunteer it is helpful and semi-mandatory that all volunteers make a Volunteer Session to go over safety rules, class schedules, and other requirements or information regarding class and volunteering options! For more inform.

Jobs:
Lisbon ND volunteers must be 16 year’s old to help during lesson times.

Sidewalkers –  Their task is to help the student through lessons by making sure they stay on the back of the horse safely.  They also will act as a “side” coach, mentor and friend to the students. Must wear closed toed shoes, and comfortable barn clothing, no jewelry or clothing that could be distracting.

Horse Handlers –  Must have experience and be comfortable in leading the horses during lessons.  Must wear closed toed shoes, preferably boots and comfortable barn clothing, no jewelry or clothing that could be distracting.

Outside the Arena – We have miscellaneous jobs of helping to keep the tack and equipment clean and organized.  Helping to set up lessons and tear down equipment used.

Fundraising Committee

Want to help Riding for Dreams, but you aren’t sure about working with horses, or your schedule doesn’t allow you to make the riding classes? Join our fundraising committee!

Wanted Volunteers who are organized and creative in coming up with different fundraising ideas, grant writing, and letter writing to past and future donors.  Fundraisers that are already a part of the program that this committee will be in charge of are setting up fundraising opportunities. 

*Donations are being taken for our scholarship fund that will be used to help families pay for the cost of lessons. For more information check out the Donations Page!

Before you volunteer, please fill out the attached form and email it to us here, or call us at 701-683-4619 to set up a time to meet.

Want to donate more than your time? Check out our donations page here, for information on our current financial needs and our Dream List.