MISSION & PROGRAMS

Mission:
GallopNYC is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2005. Empowered by the collective support of our staff, volunteers, donors, and participants, GallopNYC provides therapeutic experiences with horses to facilitate personal development for New Yorkers with disabilities and others who benefit from our life-changing programs.
We leverage the power of horses to support people in learning new life skills and to thrive within their communities and families.

Our organization conducts Equine Assisted Services in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS).
Our organization provides outreach and/or public education programs involving horses.
100% of our total programs and services are equine-related.
Our organization is directly responsible for the care and shelter of equines involved in our programs.
Our organization does not CURRENTLY use satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities.
Summary of organization's recent accomplishments, goals, strategies to achieve the goals, and capabilities to meet the goals, including its long-term plans to sustain its programs:
GallopNYC provides equine-assisted services that help New Yorkers of all abilities build strength, confidence, and emotional well-being so they can lead more independent, fulfilling lives. Our programs include therapeutic riding, unmounted horsemanship sessions, job skills training, and inclusive services for children with autism, veterans, seniors, and individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. We serve over 450 participants, with more than half receiving financial aid and more than 50 percent identifying as people of color. Our historic 20-stall barn in Howard Beach, Queens is not just a stable but a community anchor that offers healing, connection, and a sense of belonging to individuals and families from across the city.
     
     In the coming year, we will expand our services to reach underserved populations including incarcerated youth, survivors of intimate partner violence, and families participating in literacy-based initiatives. At the same time, we will continue to deepen our work with seniors, veterans, and job seekers. Our goal is to provide confidence-building, skill-enhancing, and community-strengthening programs that open pathways to opportunity. This expansion will be supported through investments in instructor training, increased access for low-income families, and improvements to our barn infrastructure that ensure our facility remains safe, inclusive, and accessible to all.
     
     We are aligning our fundraising, marketing, and systems to drive growth across donor engagement, brand visibility, and operational efficiency. These integrated efforts support our strategic goal of increasing impact by 11 percent in the coming year. Recent marketing milestones reflect this momentum. We have brought our social media efforts fully in-house, allowing for more frequent, authentic, and platform-specific content. We are producing a new video highlighting our program and riders that will debut at our upcoming Gala. In terms of events, we hosted another successful showcase in Central Park and our Junior Board planned a successful auction raising over $28,000.
     
     We have also taken important steps to strengthen donor stewardship. Our new communications system includes quarterly outreach, thank-you acknowledgments within one week, and year-end tax summaries designed to foster transparency and trust. We are actively building a moves management system to support cultivation of major donors. In addition, our in-person donor tours have proven to be among our most powerful engagement tools. We welcome and encourage introductions to potential partners who may be inspired by seeing our mission in action.
     
     
     We assess program impact through a combination of pre- and post-program evaluations, participant and caregiver surveys, and instructor feedback. These tools help us track gains in core areas such as confidence, balance, communication, emotional regulation, and job-readiness. We are also preparing to participate in clinical research, including an AI-supported autism study that will further strengthen our evidence base and contribute to broader systems change in disability inclusion, mental health care, and economic opportunity.
     
     Our strategy is deeply rooted in community connection. We regularly gather input from families, caregivers, and local partners to ensure that our programs reflect real and evolving needs. Many of our staff and volunteers live in the neighborhoods we serve, helping us stay responsive, accountable, and connected. We host open houses, volunteer days, and seasonal events that invite collaboration and build community ownership. Our stable is home not only to our therapy horses but also to chickens, ducks, cats, staff dogs, and a community garden. In a city where greenspace is limited, our site serves as a rare and welcoming gathering place that promotes wellness, inclusion, and healing through nature and human-animal connection.



Please describe what steps your organization takes to ensure that:
1) all interactions between your equines and people are mutually beneficial and conducted in accordance with the Guidelines for Human-Equine Interactions stated below;
2) all equines in the care of our organization and/or equines that participate in the organization's program have access to clean drinking water at all times; nutritious food in sufficient quantity, including natural forage such as pasture grass and/or hay; appropriate veterinary, farrier, and dental care; shelter and protection from the weather; sufficient safe space to move around comfortably on a daily basis; and daily opportunity to freely interact and have contact with other equines:

GallopNYC's top priority is the health and happiness of the horses in our program. We consider not only if they are physically fit for therapeutic riding, but also that they are thriving and enjoying the service they perform for our riders. The equines selected for our program go through a rigorous selection process to ensure they are a good fit for participation.
     
     The horses at GallopNYC always have access to clean drinking water, nutritious food, turnout with other equines, designated stalls, as well as routine vet, dental and farrier service.
     
     The dedicated staff include an Equine Resource Manager, Barn Director, Barn Manager, Grooms, and PATH Int'l Certified Instructors to assess the needs of our horses and how to match riders and horses depending on temperament, size, riding level, etc. Additionally, we continually assess our horses condition before, during and after a lesson. If showing any signs of discomfort or stress, staff stop the lesson. In the event of an unforeseen emergency, all staff is trained on the written first aid plan in place. All staff receive training in horse first aid, and how to respond appropriately. Additionally, all instructors are CPR certified.
     
     Our equine care plan aligns with our organizations' mission of boosting individuals self confidence because we want our riders to build relationships and independence with our equine partners while gaining respect and admiration for the transformative power of horses.

Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
Our organization provides the following Equine Assisted Services (EAS):
    Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding
    Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship
    Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology

20: Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers at GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

     1 Abigail Wellhouse

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)

     2 Alyse Burnside

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor

     3 Bridgette Wentworth

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor

     4 Catherine Grone

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int’l CTRI

     5 Dana Fairbairn

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l CTRI

     6 Dianne Garcia

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Independent Contractor

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Speech-Language Pathology

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Registered Therapist in Hippotherapy; American Hippotherapy Association certified

     7 Elizabeth Gallagher

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor

     8 Emma Levine

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor

     9 Emma Morris Downey

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Instructor in Training

     10 Erin Kelly Meuchner

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         Path Int'l Instructor in Training

     11 Kristen Quigley

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l CTRI

     12 Marie Varvaro

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l CTRI

     13 Marti Lubi

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)

     14 Melissa Diamond

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor-In-Training

     15 Ming Liu

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Volunteer

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int’l CTRI

     16 Renee Hirt

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l CTRI

     17 Reshma Ballie McGowan

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Certified Instructor

     18 Shun Yamamoto

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Volunteer

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l Instructor in Training

     19 Soorya Anilkumar

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int’l CTRI

     20 Yvonne Allaway

         FACILITY PARTICIPATION:

         GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

         RELATIONSHIP: Employee

         SERVICES PROVIDED:

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding

         Therapeutic/Adaptive Unmounted Horsemanship

         DEGREES, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

         PATH Int'l CTRI

Overview of our programs involved with providing EAS to individuals with special needs:
     Our curriculum addresses both physical and mental health issues and is tailored to a wide set of needs. We serve people with disabilities and anyone who can benefit from working with horses, including veterans with PTSD, seniors, and children with autism, by providing therapeutic riding, non-mounted therapeutic engagement with horses and hippotherapy.
     
     We harness the power of horses to and help our riders thrive within their communities and families. Therapeutic riding improves strength, communication skills, balance, mobility, and coordination while building self-esteem, valuable social-emotional skills, and increased independence.
     
     GallopNYC Quick Facts:
     ● Located in Howard Beach, right in NYC, a country-style horse barn with contented horses and ponies, offering therapeutic and recreational riding in a large outdoor arena. Sunrise Stables is an urban stable with a rural feel.
     ● Serving 450+ participants each week: offer therapeutic horseback riding and unmounted sessions as well as groups for veterans, seniors and other specialized programs.
     ● Supported by 150 + dedicated weekly volunteers
     ● Every lesson is subsidized - tuition covers only one quarter of the true cost
     ● Over half of our participants receive financial aid.
     ● 54% of our riders identify as people of color
     
     The therapeutic horsemanship programs at GallopNYC provide measurable benefits for people with developmental, emotional, social and physical disabilities. Through weekly riding sessions with PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors, we teach new skills, inspiring each rider to live life as fully, productively and independently as possible.
     
     GallopNYC provides two, free unique equine programs for veterans. Riding for Veterans and Groundwork for Veterans. Veterans will have the opportunity to grow their confidence from learning to be in charge of a large herd animal, exercise their leadership skills by exploring alternative approaches to giving commands and demonstrate their competence by learning new skills.
     
     GallopNYC is excited to welcome young equestrians to our 2025 Summer Camp—a fun and enriching week-long program designed for riders of all levels. Campers will enjoy daily horseback riding, hands-on horse care, and a variety of engaging outdoor activities that foster confidence, independence, and connection with animals and nature.
     
     GallopNYC offers a free program at Sunrise Stables for local seniors, 65 and older. Participants have the opportunity to socialize and learn new skills by working with our horses and volunteering with our riders. Seniors learn to leadwalk and sidewalk, becoming invaluable volunteers in our therapeutic riding lessons.
     
     Pony Club is open to New York City residents 3-21 years of age diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families who are unable to access similar services funded by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and/or other State agencies. The program offers a “Pony Club” style group session, working weekly through a curriculum that includes riding time and extensive group activities centered around horse care, horse handing, and behavior.

Overview of our programs involved with providing outreach and/or public education programs involving horses:
     We see our role as spreading the word about the power of horses to help people. We have a full collection of social media which we use to inform the public about our programs.
     
     In addition, we have specific outreach programs:
     
     We offer a Public Horse Education program, which extends free barn visits and horse education sessions to the general public on an appointment basis at our own facilities.
     
     We also host open houses at the two stables we operate, generally twice a year at each, where neighbors are welcomed to our site for barn tours. Our bi-annual Horse Shows at our facilities are open to the public, as is our Central Park Promenade, which takes place in a public space at Central Park.
     
     Virtual workshops on TR and horsemanship are open to volunteers and members of our community free of charge. We offer discounted price riding lessons to volunteers who have logged a set number of hours in order to empower and sustain a community of experienced volunteers.
     
     We run a comprehensive Corporate Volunteering Program which allows us to strengthen our corporate partnerships as well as bring the benefits of therapeutic horsemanship to new audiences who would not otherwise get a chance to experience our programs. During a day of service, corporate groups not only undertake volunteer work - they also receive an introductory horse grooming and lead-walking lesson in order to educate them about horsemanship.
     
     We hope to offer more educational opportunity for our New York City community in the future similar to the panels on therapeutic horsemanship offered to Citi and Ernst & Young employees at their office locations in 2023.

Research/Medical Use of Equines:
Our organization has never made, and would not ever consider making, equines available for research studies or medical training that involves invasive procedures and/or that which may cause pain or suffering to the equine. 

Religious Affiliation:
Our organization does not promote religious education, religious purposes, or a specific religious faith or use donations for religious education or religious purposes; require participants to be of a certain faith; require participation in religious, instruction, activities or services; or require participation in prayer, worship, religious instruction or other religious activities as a condition of receiving social or secular services offered. 

Auction Donation:
Our organization has never allowed, or would not consider allowing, an equine to be sold, transferred, released, or otherwise placed into possession of any person or organization that would cause or allow the equine to be sold at auction for slaughter. 

Our Programs/Activities that are not equine-related and/or involving animals other than equines:
 GallopNYC’s workforce development initiative, HERD: Harnessing Empowerment and Realizing Dreams, provides participants with a supportive employment environment which facilitates their transition into the workforce. Each participant learns valuable hard technical skills related to roles in animal caretaking, client-facing roles, and administration, as well as soft skills such as communication and social interaction. While horses are the heart of all our programs, participants in the HERD program learn valuable skills that may not be 100% equine-related such as office administration or database work.

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POLICIES: INTAKE, ASSESSMENT & TRAINING

Prior to a horse being accepted and/or arriving at the facility, the organization has the following policies in place:
    The owner of a potential equine is interviewed over the phone or in person prior to seeing the equine
    The equine is evaluated at its place of residence
    The owner completes an application/contract which constitutes the agreement between the owner and our organization when the equine is acquired from the equine's owner other than by purchase from an auction or kill pen, or by seizure or by abandonment
    If health records are not available or are out-of-date, our veterinarian will administer appropriate vaccinations
    A health certificate signed by a veterinarian and dated no more than seven days prior to arrival is provided to our organization either prior to or upon arrival of the equine attesting to the health status of the equine

Trial Period: Check all that apply:
    Equines are on trial up to 60 days
    During the trial period, the organization accepts total financial responsibility for the care of the equine, including board, feed, shoeing and any necessary veterinary care
    The trial period may be terminated by either the organization or the owner for any reason

Upon intake, the organization has the following quarantine policy in place:
    The equine is confined to a designated and separate area for isolation and quarantine at the facility for a prescribed period of time

The typical length of quarantine is:   10 to 20 days

Following arrival of the equine at the facility, the following is performed:
    Physical examination to include temperature, pulse and respiration by a veterinarian upon arrival
    Physical examination to include temperature, pulse and respiration by a trained staff member upon arrival
    A Henneke Body Conditioning Score or other body conditioning score is assigned by a trained staff member upon arrival
    Photographs are taken of each equine upon arrival at the facility and kept with the equine's health records
    Physical examination by a farrier
    Physical examination by a dentist
    The equine is scanned to check for a microchip

Horses are assessed for following skills and behaviors:
    Retrieval from a pasture/paddock
    Leading with a halter and lead rope
    Temperament, disposition and attitude, such as rated from very calm to very high spirited
    Saddling
    Bridling
    Lunging
    Loading onto and unloading off a trailer
    Mounting and dismounting
    Riding at the walk
    Riding at the trot
    Riding at the canter
    Riding by a beginner and/or unbalanced rider
    Tolerance to unusual objects and loud noises
    Known vices, i.e., cribbing, biting, kicking, weaving, stall walking, etc
    Grooming
    Bathing
    Clipping
    Tolerance to multiple handlers at the same time

Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the ongoing assessment of horses in its care:
    Physical examination by a veterinarian at least annually
    The Henneke Body Condition score or other body conditioning score is updated at least annually by the veterinarian
    The Henneke Body Condition score or other body conditioning score is updated at least annually by a trained staff member
    Vaccinations are administered at least annually
    Photographs are taken of each equine annually and kept with the equine's health records
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine chiropractor
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine massage therapist
    Equines at our facility may be treated by an equine nutritionist

Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to the weight-carrying or workload capabilities of horses/equines that are ridden in our care:
    Our organization evaluates at least annually and maintains a written record of the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden

The following variables are considered in determining the weight-carrying and workload limitations for each equine that is ridden:
    Equine age, weight, breed, body condition, fitness, balance, health and soundness
    Equine conformation to include the top line, length of back, strength and width of loin, bone density (measured by the circumference of the cannon bone just below the knee)
    Size, shape, condition and angle of the hooves
    Participant weight, height, body proportions, balance, fitness and riding skills as well as behavioral issues and safety concerns
    Weight and proper fit of the saddle and other equipment
    Terrain and footing in the working environment
    Duration and frequency of working sessions, as the frequency with which an equine is subjected to maximum weight carrying and/or workload
    Nature and pace of work, repetitive or varied, radius of turns, degree of incline and regularity of footing when equine is subject to maximum weight-carrying capacity
    Temperature and/or weather conditions
    Seasonal impact on the equines' workload and weight-carrying capabilities and limitations


Horses provided formal training (groundwork or riding):   Daily

POLICIES: BREEDING

The organization has the following policies related to breeding and stallions:
    Our organization does not conduct breeding of equines owned or under the care of our organization.
    Our main facility where our organization conducts its programs does NOT breed equines.

Additional information about our breeding policies and practices:
GallopNYC does not run a breeding program at any of the facilities we operate.

POLICIES: EUTHANASIA

The organization has the following policies related to euthanasia:
    Our organization will never have an equine euthanized for space
    Our organization will have an equine euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian if the equine is a threat to itself, other equines, or people
    Our organization will have an equine euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian after all reasonable treatment options have been explored
    Euthanasia is done on site when possible to decrease trauma from transport
    Disposal of the carcass is handled within 24 hours

The following are authorized to administer the procedure for your organization in accordance with state laws:
    Veterinarian

POLICIES: RE-HOMING

View Re-homing Agreement
Our organization has the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) policies and procedures in place:
    All potential adopters/purchasers complete a written contract which constitutes the agreement between our organization and the new owner

Our organization has the following policies and procedures related to horses that need to be retired, are no longer able to contribute to the mission of the organization, and/or are no longer manageable:
    Equines may be found suitable homes by our organization
    Equines may be returned to their owners
    In the case an equine is unmanageable and demonstrates repeated dangerous behaviors, the equine may be euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian
    In the case an equine is unsound and/or unhealthy and cannot be treated to relieve suffering, the equine may be euthanized upon the recommendation of the veterinarian

The uploaded Re-homing agreement includes the following re-homing (adoption/purchase) statements:
    The agreement reflects that any individual or organization in possession of the equine as of the date of the agreement and any time thereafter is bound to not sell the equine at auction for slaughter or allow the equine to be sold, transferred, released, or otherwise placed into possession of any person or organization that will cause or allow the equine to be sold at auction for slaughter.
    The agreement states that should the adopter decide to re-home the equine, our organization must grant approval of any individual or organization intending to take possession of the equine for any reason prior to the equine being placed into the possession of such individual or organization, including being provided written notification of the name, address, and telephone number of any individual or organization intending to take possession of the equine for any reason.
    The agreement states that the terms of our organization's agreement will be binding on any future individual or organization taking and/or in possession of the equine for any reason.
    The agreement states that re-homed equines cannot be bred
    The agreement states that if there is any breach of contract the equine must be returned to our organization
    The agreement states that our organization reserves the right to make scheduled visits
    The agreement states that adopters/purchasers can return an equine to our organization free of charge

Our organization requires references from the following:
    Veterinarian
    Personal/Other

Transfer of ownership occurs:   Immediately (at the time of adoption/purchase) or less than one year

The average equine re-homing (adoption/purchase) fee received by your organization:
Not applicable; None received


Additional information about our rehoming policies and practices:
While we don't retain ownership of rehomed horses, we require that horses return to GallopNYC if a change is necessary in their circumstance.
     
     We have on occasion returned horses to their owners after they are no longer useful to us, if this was agreed to by the owner.

EQUINE CARE & SHELTER/FACILITY INFORMATION

Total facilities at which our organization cares for and shelters horses used in our programs: 1
Our organization does not CURRENTLY use satellite, overflow, foster, and/or outreach facilities.

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GallopNYC Sunrise Stables
80-98 Linden Blvd. Howard Beach NY 11414
Currently operational
Total number of horses/equines currently involved with your programs, under your care, and/or owned by your organization at this facility: 13
Total number of horses at this facility NOT INCLUDING those counted above: 2
Maximum capacity of horses at this facility: 24

Does your organization own, lease or use a part of this facility? Lease

Provide the contact information for the individual or organization responsible for investigating abuse in the county where the facility is located, including mailing address, email address, and phone information.
     ASPCA 520 8th Ave., 7th Fl. New York, NY 10018 Phone: (212) 876-7700, ext. 4450 Website: http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc.aspx

Does your organization conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) at this facility in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS)? Yes

Total number of Equine Assisted Service Providers AT THIS FACILITY, including instructors, specialists, therapists, counselors, coaches and/or facilitators (full-time, part-time, volunteer, independent contractors, and/or providers accompanying clients) that conduct Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in accordance with the EQUUS Foundation Guidelines on Qualifications of Organizations Conducting Equine Assisted Services (EAS) AT THIS FACILITY:  20

Equine Assisted Service Providers Assigned to this Facility: (see Equine Assisted Service Provider Section below for details)

     1. Abigail Wellhouse
     2. Alyse Burnside
     3. Bridgette Wentworth
     4. Catherine Grone
     5. Dana Fairbairn
     6. Dianne Garcia
     7. Elizabeth Gallagher
     8. Emma Levine
     9. Emma Morris Downey
     10. Erin Kelly Meuchner
     11. Kristen Quigley
     12. Marie Varvaro
     13. Marti Lubi
     14. Melissa Diamond
     15. Ming Liu
     16. Renee Hirt
     17. Reshma Ballie McGowan
     18. Shun Yamamoto
     19. Soorya Anilkumar
     20. Yvonne Allaway

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GallopNYC Sunrise Stables

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Veterinarian Information
Veterinarian: Michael Aromando
Clinic Name: Town and Country Veterinary Service
98 Ford Rd, Suite 3A
Denville   NJ   07834
Phone: 973-335-123

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Overview: GallopNYC Sunrise Stables (*Main) Currently operational
Total acreage dedicated specifically to the horses: 5
Our organization has use of the following at this facility:
Structures/Barns: 1  Run-in sheds: 0
Pastures: 3  Paddocks/Pens/Turnout Areas: 3
Uncovered Outdoor Rings: 1  Covered Outdoor Rings: 0  Indoor Rings: 0












Are the organization's rules, restrictions and warnings (signage) conspicuously posted in easily accessible locations?    Yes    
Are the organization's emergency contacts, including veterinarian contact information, conspicuously posted in easily accessible locations?    Yes    
Are human and equine first aid kits easily accessible?     Yes    

Regarding all shelters where horses are housed including run-in sheds:
Do horses have assigned stalls in the barn/structure(s) or exclusively assigned shelter locations where they are separated from other horses with a barrier?    Yes    
How many hours per day, on average, are horses stalled or restricted to these sheltered exclusive shelter locations? 9-12
How often are the stalls/shelters cleaned, i.e., kept in good repair and free of standing water, accumulated waste, sharp objects and debris? 6-7 Days a Week
Do all stalls/shelters allow horses to lie down, stand up and turn around and provide protection from inclement weather (wind, sleet, rain, snow and extreme temperatures)?    Yes    
Are stalls/shelters kept in good repair, with adequate ceiling height, and free of standing water, accumulated waste, sharp objects and debris?    Yes    
Are floors constructed and maintained for both good drainage and traction?    Yes    
Is there a ventilation and circulation system in place to allow free flow of air to control temperature, and humidity, and to prevent air stagnation?    Yes    
Is wiring inaccessible to horses and maintained for safety in all areas of facility?    Yes    
Are fire prevention/protection measures (fire alarms, extinguishers and sprinkler systems) maintained and in good working order?     Yes    
Is there adequate lighting to ensure safety in all areas of facility?     Yes    
How many hours per day, on average, are horses turned out:
    Equines are out 4 to 8 hours per day

The following describes the pastures at this facility:
    A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for pasture management
    All pastures are fenced to prevent escape or injury
    Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
    Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly
    Pastures have natural protection for equines (i.e., trees)

The following describes the turnout areas other than pastures at this facility:
    A dedicated staff person(s) is responsible for the maintenance of turnout areas
    All turnout areas are fenced to prevent escape or injury
    Electric fencing is used; electric wires or tape fence are visibly marked
    Fencing checks, such as broken or missing planks, loose fence posts, exposed or loose nails, detached wires, etc., are done regularly

The following policies and procedures are in place at the facility to restrict public access and to keep horses safe:
    There is a practice in place to monitor equines overnight
    No Trespassing signs are posted
    Hold Harmless signs are posted
    Entrance gates are locked at night
    Visitors are only permitted in specific areas
    The property is fitted with motion lights
    The perimeter of the property is fully fenced

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Equine Care/Emergency Preparedness: GallopNYC Sunrise Stables (*Main) 2025 and 2024 This section is required.

Horse Health Care/Barn Management Records: What system is used to collect and store health/horse care records?
    Onsite computer with cloud-based backup storage system
    The organization utilizes its own system to maintain records

The following items are consistent with our feed management plan and practices:
    Equines are provided with individualized feeding plans, including supplements, according to the equine's age, breed/type, condition, size, work level and any health issues, consisting of nutritious food provided in sufficient quantity and access to adequate natural forage, or be fed daily, or as recommended by the organization's veterinarian
    Feed plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
    Supplement plans are determined in consultation with a veterinarian
    Equines are fed grain in individual stalls
    Staff and/or volunteers are trained in proper feed measurements and protocols and observed periodically to ensure they are feeding correctly
    The feed chart is centrally located and updated as needed
    The area(s) where hay, feed, grain, and supplements are stored are kept clean, free of debris and chemicals, and protected from weather and other animals in rodent-proof and mold-proof containers and grain bins
    Feed, supplements and hay types are clearly labeled
    Water sources, i.e., buckets, troughs, automatic waterers, etc. are kept clean, free of contaminants, debris and chemicals, protected from weather and other animals, and be positioned or affixed to minimize spillage.
    Medications are kept in a secure area

Is clean, potable water available at all times for all equines, or if not at all times, at least twice daily?     Yes    

Hoof Care: How often is hoof care provided for each equine? Every 4-8 weeks and when an issue arises

Dental Care: How often is dental care provided for each equine? Annually and when an issue arises

Horse checks: How often are equines visually and physically checked by personnel at the facility? Every day or 6 days a week

Our organization has the following parasite and fly/insect control protocols in place, including remedies used to control flies and insects:
    Our organization follows the parasite control guidelines of our veterinarian, including fecal testing and de-worming
    Fly/Insect Control Remedies:
    Fly parasites
    Fly Traps and Tapes
    Fly Spray Repellent
    Fly Masks
    Fly Sheets
    Fans

The following represent the biosecurity practices in place at facility:
    Our organization follows the biosecurity guidelines of our veterinarian
    Sick, affected and/or quarantined equines do not have contact with other equines or other animals
    The organization has a written biosecurity plan
    Staff are trained in best practices related to biosecurity
    Restricted access signs are posted at primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Hand sanitizers are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Footbaths are available at all primary points of access to sick, affected and/or quarantined equines
    Manure and bedding from sick, affected and/or quarantined equines is removed from the facility - not put in open air piles, and not spread on pastures
    Quarantine areas, such as stalls, aisle ways, paddocks, and common areas, are cleaned (and needed, disinfected) after conclusion of the quarantine.
    Trailers/vans used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines are cleaned and disinfected after each use and cleaning takes place away from where equines are sheltered
    Equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines is not shared
    Equipment used by sick, affected and/or quarantined equines is cleaned of organic debris and disinfected after each use
    Latex gloves, or equivalent gloves, are worn when working with sick, affected and/or quarantined equines

Additional information on biosecurity:
When staff, volunteers, or visitors come back to GallopNYC's facilities after visiting any other barn, we request that they wear clean clothes and disinfect their boots in a footbath.

The following represent the manure removal practices in place at facility:
    Manure is stored in dumpster(s)
    Manure is hauled, sold or given away
    Our organization adheres to the manure management guidelines set by the state, local authorities, and/or our organization's veterinarian

The following steps are taken to help staff and volunteers readily identify each horse on the property:
    Equines are assigned the same exclusive stall/shelter location each day
    Name plates are located on the stall/shelter location
    Equines wear halters with nametags
    Equine photos and profiles are available on the website
    Staff and volunteers are provided with an information packet with equine profiles, including photos and detailed descriptions
    Staff/volunteers are provided training on conformation, markings, colors, and breeds
    Team leaders work with new staff/volunteers until they are able to identify the equines

Our organization has the following policies and procedures in place pertaining to tack, apparel and equipment:
     All equines have specifically assigned tack, apparel and equipment that is not shared
    Blankets, sheets and turn out apparel are cleaned regularly as needed
    Tack is cleaned weekly
    Tack is inspected for overall working condition before each use by trained personnel
    Tack is assessed for fit before each use by trained personnel
    Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when an equine's body condition changes
    Tack is assessed for fit by trained personnel when an equine's disposition changes
    Assigned tack is clearly labeled
    Helmets are shared
    Helmets are cleaned/disinfected after each use
    Helmets are replaced after a fall
    Helmets are replaced at least every five years.

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Emergency Preparedness: GallopNYC Sunrise Stables: *Main This section is required.
The following plans, policies, and procedures are in place at the facility to handle emergencies and address weather related issues, fire safety procedures, and/or any additional hazardous scenarios the facility could potentially experience:
    Emergency procedures are posted prominently
    Emergency phone numbers are posted prominently
    The facility owns or has access to a generator
    The facility maintains at least two weeks of hay, feed, shavings and medications
    The facility collects and maintains medical information from staff, volunteers, and clients
    The facility maintains appropriate liability and/or workers' compensation insurance
    The organization has a written emergency preparedness/safety plan (EPP)
The written EPP addresses the following areas:
    Local fire department and/or the state's emergency planning department procedures
    Medical emergencies for clients, staff, and volunteers
    Medical emergencies for equines
    Evacuation plans
    Power outages
    Fire
    Natural Disasters - thunderstorm, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, etc
    Protocols to notify emergency personnel
    Building/facility exit plans


The facility follows the specific procedures to help PREVENT emergency situations:
    Smoking is strictly prohibited
    NO SMOKING signs are posted prominently
    Hay is stored away from permanent or temporary structures where equines are stalled
    Permanent or temporary structures where equines are stalled are kept free of dust, cobwebs, trash, cleaning rags, and other flammable items
    Aisles and doorways are kept clear

How often are the following checked or performed?
Fire Extinguishers are checked: Annually
Smoke detectors are checked: Annually
Fence lines are checked: Weekly
Turnout Areas are checked: Daily
Sprinkler systems are checked: Not at all/NA
Fire drills are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with staff are conducted: Quarterly
Review of safety protocols with volunteers are conducted: Quarterly
The Emergency Preparedness Plan is reviewed and updated: Annually

Equine Transportation: 2= Onsite: 2 (1 + 1) + Offsite: 0
2-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  1 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
3-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
4-horse van/trailer with truck:
    1 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
6-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
8-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;
10-horse van/trailer with truck:
    0 Owned onsite  0 Access onsite but not owned  0 Access offsite;

GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL REPORTING

Financial Reporting
Budget:  $2M to $5M
Equine Budget:   $150K to $250K
Month Fiscal Year Ends: 06
Type of Financial Reporting (Audit, Review, Compilation): Audit
Type of IRS Filing (990, 990-EZ, 990-N): 990


Governing Body:
Board meetings per year:  5
Number of Board Members:  14  Number of Voting Board Members:  14

Board Compensation:
Is the Board Chair compensated?  No  Is the Treasurer compensated?  No
Are there any other Voting Board Members that are compensated?  No

Board/Staff Relationships:
Are any members of the Board, Staff or Program Participants related to each other through family or business relationships? Yes
If yes, provide the name, title, responsibility and family/business relationship of each Board, Staff member and/or Program Participant.
The Emeritus Board Chair, Sol Reischer, a retired member of the Board of Directors who remains an honorary member, is the father of Board Member Lauren Reischer, who joined the Board of Directors in 2023.

Board/Staff Affiliations:
Are any Board members providing services to your organization or compensated by your organization, or are any Board members or staff members associated with and/or compensated by another organization with a relationship or business affiliation to your organization? No

Conflict of Interest:
Does your organization have a written conflict of interest policy that ensures that any compensated board member is a NON-VOTING (Independent) board member or that any compensated board member or any board member related to a compensated staff member, independent contractor, or any related board members, or any individual or organization that might benefit from a board decision, abstains from voting on issues impacting such compensation and requires officers, directors or trustees, and key employees to disclose at least annually in writing interests that could give rise to conflicts?  Yes


Compliance:
Below is a list all local, state and federal licenses held by the organization, and/or accreditations or compliances with the published standards of an accrediting organization, if applicable:  GallopNYC Sunrise Stables and GallopNYC Forest Hills Stables hold a stable license by the City of New York, and all horses are licensed by the City of New York. All stable licenses expire on January 1, 2025.
     
     The following record numbers pertain to the licenses for each respective facility:
     
     Record number for Sunrise Stables license: 50057648

Organization documents available on our website:
    Most recent Financials
    Most recent IRS Form 990
    Most recent Annual Report
    Volunteer Handbook

Organization documents available on request:
    Most recent Financials
    Most recent IRS Form 990
    Most recent Annual Report
    Volunteer Handbook


Staff & Volunteers:
Chief Staff Officer (CSO):  Jennie Bucove, Executive Director
Employees/Independent Contractors:   Full-Time:  9  Part-Time:  25  Volunteers:  1041
Staff Recruitment, Screening and Training processes including employees and independent contractors:
    Prospective staff/independent contractors complete a written application/agreement
    Our organization has a practice in place to ensure that the organization has sufficient knowledge of the background of prospective staff and independent contractors that may impact the safety of your clients and your horses, such as whether prospective staff/independent contractors serving in the capacity as staff have been convicted of a sexual offense or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect. Such practices must comply with local, state, and federal mandates.
    Staff and/or contractors are required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
    Staff and/or contractors are required to provide Emergency Medical Information
    Staff and/or contractors are required to sign a Photo Release
    Prospective staff/independent contractors are required to undergo a Background Check
    Staff and/or contractors provide parent/guardian information if applicable
    Staff and/or contractors carry current health insurance
    Staff and/or contractors have a written job description
    Staff and/or contractors are evaluated on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in their job description
    Staff and/or contractors are updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
    Staff and/or contractors receive training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, equine handling, equine identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
    Staff and/or contractors have a supervisor and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
    The organization provides a handbook to every member of the staff, including employees and/or independent contractors serving in staff positions;
    The handbook includes information, such as hours of work, vacation, sick leave, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
    The handbook is reviewed annually and updated
    One or more staff members or contractors are trained in CPR and human first aid
    One or more staff members or contractors are trained in equine first aid

Volunteer Recruitment, Screening and Training processes:
    Prospective volunteers complete a written application/agreement
    Our organization has a practice in place to ensure that the organization has sufficient knowledge of the background of prospective volunteers that may impact the safety of your clients and your horses, such as whether prospective volunteers have been convicted of a sexual offense or convicted for animal cruelty or neglect. Such practices must comply with local, state, and federal mandates.
    Volunteers required to complete a Liability Release/Hold Harmless Agreement
    Volunteers are required to provide Emergency Medical Information
    Volunteers are required to sign a Photo Release
    Volunteers provide parent/guardian information if applicable
    Volunteers have written job descriptions
    Volunteers are updated on all the organization's policies and procedures on an annual and as needed basis or with any change in policy or procedure
    Volunteers receive training that includes safety guidelines, confidentiality, equine handling, equine identification, and emergency procedures; additional training is job specific
    Volunteers are assigned a supervisor (staff member and/or senior volunteer) and is responsible for keeping their supervisor up to date on work related activities
    The supervisor assesses the volunteer's abilities and assigns specific duties to the volunteer based on their skills
    The organization records and maintains written attendance information and hours on every volunteer
    The organization provides a Volunteer Handbook to every volunteer
    The Volunteer Handbook includes volunteer-related information, such as hours of work, dress code, cell phone usage, and the protocol for dismissal
    The Volunteer Handbook is reviewed annually and updated
    The organization holds regular orientation sessions for volunteers and prospective volunteers that includes an overview of the organization, its mission, activities, volunteer responsibilities and expectations, safety guidelines, and a tour of the facility