Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & Learning Centre

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Do you enjoy working with children and animals? Call and find out how you can get involved with Sunrise. We have volunteer opportunities in many areas of the program. Contact Lynne O'Brien at 519-837-0558 ext 31 or lynne@sunrise-therapeutic.ca to find out more.

At Sunrise, up to 150 volunteers assist in all areas of the program. This includes lessons, serving on the Board of Directors, special events and various committees which meet to help direct Sunrise and make plans for the future. Each year dozens of volunteers work on the Golf Tournament, Open House, HOOFBEAT Challenge and Christmas Party to raise money and public awareness for Sunrise.

What would we do without them?!

Sunrise relies heavily on the help and support of these dedicated volunteers.

Requirements

Be at least 15 years old

Attend ONE of the Training Clinics

Provide two references

Submit a Police Record Check (only those 18 years of age and over)

Call or email Lynne O'Brien, Operations & Volunteer Manager for details regarding our volunteer training clinics at: lynne@sunrise-therapeutic.ca (519) 837-0558 Ext. 31

Click to Download Volunteer Application

Should you prefer to have us mail you an application package please email us at: info@sunrise-therapeutic.ca with your complete mailing address

Volunteer Options at Sunrise

Lesson Volunteers
Sunrise is looking for volunteers to help with therapy lessons in our core program. We require leaders to lead (direct) the horse and sidewalkers to assist the rider. Leaders and sidewalkers must have attended an Orientation & Training Clinic.

Special Event Volunteers
Sunrise is also in need of volunteers to help with special events. We need volunteers to do things like set up and clean up, food booth, games, activities, etc... on the day of special events. Some events are to raise money for Sunrise and other events are to promote public awareness of the centre and our programs. You can help with special events after attending an orientation clinic.

Planning Volunteers
Perhaps you are interested in joining a committee to organize a special event. Maybe you have a fundraising idea you would like to share with our staff. Or maybe you are willing to host, plan and organize a complete event to support Sunrise.

Office or Maintenance Volunteers
Volunteers are also needed to assist with newsletter mail outs and other light office duties. We are hoping to develop a larger maintenance crew to help with the clean up of our grounds and with the up-keep of the gardens and buildings.

No matter what your skills or talents, Sunrise would appreciate your involvement!

"Why I Volunteer at Sunrise"

"Originally a friend told me about Sunrise, because I wanted to learn more about horses, but as I began volunteering more I found that the riders were fun to be around. The more I came out, the more I wanted to come out when I wasn't there..."

"I am thankful for the many friendships I have gained with the riders, staff and fellow volunteers. I am blessed to have Sunrise as part of my life."

Volunteers are one of the basic ingredients at Sunrise...Come Join Us!