Our founders had seen the remarkable impact horses could have on children experiencing anxiety and emotional distress. Time with horses helped them slow down, build confidence, regulate emotions, and learn to trust.
We reduced the barriers that often put horses out of reach—from cost and transportation to physical limitations. Every person was welcomed as a capable participant and given the opportunity to learn real horsemanship.
Working with the Cleveland Mounted Police, LUCK created opportunities for young people to interact with horses, officers, and caring adults in an environment designed to build relationships and trust.
They don't respond to labels, titles, diagnoses, or assumptions. They respond to presence, consistency, communication, and trust.
Through caring for and working alongside horses, participants experience what healthy relationships can feel like. They build confidence through competence, practicing responsibility, and discovering the satisfaction of caring for another living being.
Creating physical and emotional environments where people can grow.
Building relationships through consistency, respect, and authenticity.
Giving people meaningful choices and a voice in their experience.
Learning and accomplishing things alongside others.
Building confidence through competence and discovering new strengths.
Creating opportunities to contribute, care, build, grow, and give back.
Presence. Communication. Trust. Connection.
Today, LUCK welcomes children, teens, families, veterans, older adults, educators, organizations, and community partners.
Our audiences have grown. Our experiences have expanded.
Discover Lucy, Oliver, Freya, and Earl—and the lessons each horse brings to LUCK.
Explore equine, agriculture, and entrepreneurship experiences grounded in relationships and growth.
Participate, volunteer, contribute resources, support the work, or build a partnership.
