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Why Volunteering Matters So Much at Agape Riding

Every lesson at Agape depends on people who are willing to show up, lend a hand, and make a difference. Through volunteer opportunities, individuals of all backgrounds help create meaningful experiences for participants while becoming part of a welcoming community built around service, learning, and connection.  For anyone looking to give back, develop new skills, or spend time supporting an important mission, Agape offers a place where every contribution matters.    Volunteers are at the heart of Agape’s mission  Agape’s programs simply would not be possible without volunteers.  Every week, they support lessons by leading equines, serving as sidewalkers, and

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How equine assisted services have evolved over the years

When many people first encountered equine assisted services, they often viewed them as simple riding opportunities or recreational outings. While enjoyment has always been part of the experience, that understanding only captured a small piece of what these programs truly offer.

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The Blueprint for Hope: Stony Creek Update

If you’ve visited our Cicero location recently, you’ve likely felt the energy of a program bursting at the seams. While our current home has served us well for decades, the demand for the healing power of horses has reached an all-time high. Today, we are proud to pull back the curtain on the solution: The Stony Creek Campus. Following a rigorous selection process, Agape has officially named Meyer Building as our construction partner for this historic expansion. A Vision Born from Necessity Currently, Agape faces a heart breaking reality: a waitlist of more than 200 individuals eager to experience our

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Madison Oliver Phone: (317) 373-4268 Email: madison@motherofpearlspr.com Agape Moving Forward on Planned Expansion at Former Stonycreek Farm Meyer Building Selected as Construction Partner (CICERO, JANUARY 22, 2026) – Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources has selected Meyer Building as its construction partner for the development of its Stony Creek campus, an expansion that will serve as Agape’s future headquarters and primary program site. The Stony Creek project includes construction of two indoor, all-weather arenas, one outdoor/open-air arena, 24 horse stalls, a small animal barn for mini horses, a hay barn, maintenance barn, and a space for private boarding.

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Building the Next 40 Years of Agape – Together

                    Agape has always been more than a place to ride horses. From the very beginning, it has been a place where people find connection, confidence, healing, and hope. Our name, Agape, comes from the Greek word meaning unconditional love and that is the foundation our organization was built on. In 1986, Cheryl Miller and her daughter, Dawn, felt called to share the joy of horses and the power of that unconditional love with children with disabilities. What began as a small summer program quickly revealed something remarkable: lives were being

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BARN NEWS: With Gratitude, From Our Herd to Yours

From the first horse fed each morning to the final class of the day, it takes a herd of people working together to make it possible to serve our Agape community. We are perpetually grateful for our rider families, program partners, volunteers, donors, and you. In this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to say a special thank you. To our riders, families, and caregivers—thank you for letting us be a part of your story and for bringing determination, laughter, and joy to the barn. To our program partners—thank you for helping us reach more individuals who can

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Agape Wishes Ronja a Happy Retirement

Please join us in celebrating our very own Ronja who will be retiring after this week.  Ronja’s name means “God’s Joyful Song”, and she joined our herd at Cicero in June of 2018. Now 17 years old, Ronja is a Gypsy Vanner horse and her ancestors likely used to pull gypsy carts back in Romania. She was a mom to several foals before joining our herd. Here at Agape, Ronja has one of the most luxurious manes and tails in the barn and is well loved for her sweet and quiet nature. She loves connecting with her riders and horse

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Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources Announces the Difficult Decision to Close Agape East

Greenfield, IN  February 27, 2025  With deep sadness and heartfelt gratitude, Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources has made the difficult decision to close operations at Agape East in Greenfield. This decision was not made lightly or quickly, as our unwavering commitment has always been to cultivate personal growth by strengthening the mind, body, and spirit through unique equine-assisted experiences for children and adults throughout Central Indiana.  Since 2018, Agape East has been a place of healing, growth, and transformation for countless individuals. However, achieving this mission with excellence requires a delicate balance of critical resources—certified staff, a dedicated herd of therapy

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