Therapeutic Riding Institute, Inc.

10/21/2026

The response to Billie Rae's story has been incredible. Thank you to everyone who has already given to help replenish TRI's Equine Emergency & Care Fund.

Here's where we stand: $11,190 raised, 55.95% of our $20,000 goal!

And the best part? Every gift is still being matched dollar for dollar, up to $7,000, thanks to our anonymous donor and the Delsorbo family, given in loving memory of Ana, who adored Billie Rae. So far $5,595 of that $7,000 match has been unlocked, that's 79.93% of the way there.

We're just $1,405 away from maxing out the full match. Today is the day to close that gap: every dollar given right now still doubles.

Billie Rae is resting and recovering well, and every gift brings us closer to making sure TRI is ready for whichever horse needs us next.

Help us hit that last $1,405 and unlock the full match: https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/858080/donate

10/19/2026

For 12 years, Billie Rae has been a beloved member of the TRI herd, helping countless children and adults build strength, confidence, and connection through equine-assisted services. As our longest-serving program horse, she has given more than a decade of her life to the participants who depend on her.

Last week, it was Billie Rae who needed us. We want to start by letting you know: she is doing great now!

When Billie Rae suddenly became seriously ill, our veterinarian quickly recognized she needed specialized care beyond what could be provided locally. Our team jumped into action, transporting her to The Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with a serious abdominal infection.

Despite initial treatment with antibiotics, Billie Rae wasn't improving as hoped. Veterinarians determined that surgery was necessary to remove the infection and give her the best chance at recovery.

Thanks to the emergency funds TRI had set aside, we were able to say yes to the care Billie Rae needed. And we have wonderful news: Billie Rae is on the road to recovery! Following a successful surgery, she is feeling much better and is expected to return to doing what she loves during our spring session after several months of rest.

While we are incredibly grateful for this outcome, Billie Rae's emergency veterinary care came at an unexpected cost of over $12,000, significantly depleting the fund we rely on to protect our herd. This fund does more than cover emergencies, it also lets us welcome new program horses when needed, so every horse at TRI can maintain a healthy workload and get the care they deserve.

Our goal: raise $20,000 to replenish and strengthen TRI's Equine Emergency & Care Fund.

And today, your gift goes further. We're incredibly grateful to announce a $7,000 matching gift from an anonymous donor and the Delsorbo family, given in memory of Ana, who loved Billie Rae. That means until our bar hits $14,000, every gift is doubled, dollar for dollar.

Billie Rae has spent 12 years being there for others. When she needed us, we were ready. With your help, and in honor of Ana's love for this incredible horse, we'll be ready for the next horse who needs us too.

Give today and double your impact: https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/858080/donate

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

Today’s the day! 🍂🐴🎃

Thank you to 2 News Now for shining a spotlight on TRI’s Harvest Jubilee and Student Horse Show!

Join us today, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to cheer on our students as they show off their skills and celebrate their achievements. Enjoy fall activities and spend a fun-filled day at the farm!

📍 3960 Middle Run Road, Spring Valley
🎟️ Free and open to the public
🍴 Food available for purchase

▶️ Skip ahead to about the 25-minute mark in the video below to watch TRI’s segment!

Then come make some fall memories with us. Our students would love to hear your cheers! 🧡

10/10/2026

Tomorrow’s forecast: pumpkins, ponies, and plenty of fall fun! 🎃🐴🍂

Join us for TRI’s Harvest Jubilee & Student Horse Show tomorrow, Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.!

Cheer on our students as they demonstrate the skills they’ve been practicing and celebrate their accomplishments. Then enjoy our fall open house, explore the farm, and see TRI’s mission in action!

There’s fun for the whole family:
🎨 Face painting, pumpkin painting, and hat decorating
🐎 Inflatable horse races
💋 Mini Horse Smooch Kissing Booth
🎯 Co****le, lawn ladder ball, pumpkin tic-tac-toe, and bull roping
🍰 Cake walk at 1 p.m. or 2 p.m.
🍴 Food trucks and a breakfast table, with food available for purchase

📍 3960 Middle Run Road, Spring Valley
🎟️ Free and open to the public!

Thank you to Dayton Children’s and the Schade Team at UBS Financial Services for sponsoring this special day.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us give our students a cheering section to remember! 🧡

10/09/2026

New to Harvest Jubilee or not sure what a student horse show looks like at TRI? Here's the scoop 🐴

This isn't about ribbons or perfect scores, it's a celebration. Our riders get to show their families, friends, and community what they've been building all season: confidence, skill, and a real partnership with their horse.

And it's not just the show. Harvest Jubilee is a full Pumpkins & Ponies day: face painting, pumpkin painting, mini horse smooches, hat decorating, yard games, food trucks (hello, Hangry Bird: https://www.facebook.com/HangryBirdFoodTruck), and a Cake Walk during lunch.

Expect cheering, a few happy tears, our amazing herd dressed for the occasion, and a whole lot of community spirit. Come be part of it on October 10th, 10am to 3:30pm!