Humble is an after-school equestrian program that immerses underprivileged communities in all aspects of ranch life from riding and horse socialization, to husbandry and barn maintenance. We work with our students to create a foundation of confidence around the stable, on horseback, and in everyday life.
leveling An Unequal Playing Field
Today, people from underserved communities––predominantly children of color––have limited access to enrichment programs in natural environments.
Due to high costs and limited accessibility, the motivational and therapeutic qualities of horses are often out of reach.
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Children from low-income families are 3x less likely to participate in after-school programs.
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Children consistently involved in extracurriculars are 400% more likely to go to college than kids who cannot access these programs.
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76% of inhabitants in low-income and non-white communities are living in a nature-deprived area.
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Adolescents involved in equine learning have fewer disciplinary problems, and their prosocial behavior is about 4x better than those who are not.
our programs
humble in the city
Humble in the City brings horses directly to the community in nature-deprived, urban areas. These one-day events ignite curiosity and appreciation for nature and highlight the importance of civic engagement.
humble on the ranch
We believe we are stronger together. Humble partners with community based organizations to empower, enrich, inspire, and provide agricultural, and mounted and dismounted equine experiential learning opportunities.
HUMBLE EQUESTRIAN COLLECTIVE
Those that receive a Humble Horsemanship Certificate of Completion and want to continue will have the opportunity to join our long-term riding program. Riders must maintain a 3.0 GPA, complete volunteer hours, write age-appropriate essays, and receive quarterly reviews. Ariat is currently sponsoring this program.
Ride With us
How can we collaborate to use horses as a medium to positively inspire your programming?
Come build a natural legacy with us. We’re inviting organizations to engage their programs among the equanimous outdoor settings of Mulatto Meadows. Our versatile space includes:
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3-horse barns
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Indoor all-weather arena
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Onsite trails, creek, and camping
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Regional Park access
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200+ vehicle parking
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Lounge, full kitchen, full bathroom
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Office Space Event space
When you decide to add horses to your programming, our experienced staff will engage within your framework to create a curriculum that best fit the specific class and its desired outcomes. We provide instructors and assistants to ensure equine experiential learning experiences are safe, adaptively meaningful, and FUN!
What kind of programs do you collaborate with?
We have the desire to work with community programs that serve our intercity, and communities of color. Art? use us as a canvas. Therapy program? Let's learn the equine language of non verbal communication. Job preparedness? Come learn about our hydroponic fodder system. Our staff will work to integrate horses, and agriculture into your curriculum.
What is the Cost?
We are stronger together! We will work with your organization to acquire the necessary funding through grants, scholarships, and sponsorships.
Intro to Horse Open Class Any age + Family
We foster interspecies bonds, inspire curiosity in animals and the outdoors, and connect through equine experiential learning. Students learn to touch, groom and interact with a horse, then hop on for a pony ride. This class is appropriate for those who have never touched or ridden a horse before.
Tiny Tot Toddle Ages 6 and under + Parent/Guardian
There’s nothing quite as cute as watching our tiny humans interact with big horses! This family-focused class is our Intro to Horse Open Class tailored especially to children under 6 years and their parents.
Community Days
Everyone is welcome
Larger scale events where we invite the community or larger organization groups in to experience ranch culture and have fun! Demonstrations, games, and more! Our goal is to bring new experiences, engage the entire family unit in outdoor exercise and have fun!
