Equest Mission
To enhance the quality of life for children and adults with diverse needs by partnering with horses to bring hope and healing through equine assisted activities and therapies.
Equest Vision
At Equest, we envision a world where everyone, regardless of abilities can experience the profound benefits of therapeutic horsemanship and equine-assisted activites, further leading to positive and long lasting changes in their lives.
April 25, 2026
Equest Annual Blue Ribbon Gala
Gilley's Dallas
South Side Ballroom
1135 Botham Jean Blvd. #101, Dallas 75215
Volunteer Training
Equest will be hosting Volunteer Training sessions on January 24 and 31, 2026. The training offers individuals the chance to engage in meaningful volunteer work, whether their passion lies in working with horses, engaging with children, or welcoming people into specialized care. Volunteer application required prior to attending.
October 7, 2025
Equest Women's Auxiliary Luncheon & Fashion Show
The Equest Women’s Auxiliary (WAUX) was founded in 1986 by Louise Griffeth to support and advance Equest’s mission. Today, WAUX includes more than 250 members and has raised over $10 million to benefit Equest.
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ANNUAL IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS
ANNUAL IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS
Annual Impact by the Numbers
Serves 800+ clients (children, adults, and veterans)
Conducts more than 4,000 session hours with clients
Cares for 30+ therapy horses delivering life-changing services
Provides more than 20,000 volunteer hours
Supports more than 1,500 individuals through our community outreach programs and equine-assisted learning
Teaches 400 students through the Reading Quest with Equest literacy program
Client Stories
Enhancing Lives Through Therapeutic Horsemanship
We enhance lives. Every visit. Through the power of therapeutic activities with horses, we help our clients with physical, intellectual, and emotional disabilities grow and thrive.
Equest's Annual Women's Auxiliary Luncheon
Your Equest Journey Starts Here
Therapeutic horseback riding is just one of the many programs we offer to enhance lives. For years, we’ve helped our clients experience the power of equestrian therapy for kids, adults, veterans and families exploring specialized care.
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