Changing the lives of New Yorkers, one ride at a time.

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Testimonials

“GallopNYC is one of the few things that animates my son and gets him out into the world, instilling confidence in him and hope in me.  GallopNYC is an oasis in a desert and deserves all the support possible.”

— Rachel, mother of a GallopNYC Rider

“At GallopNYC, I learned that horses tell us how they feel with their ears. Also, we have to pet them from the front, not from behind them. I like riding all horses, but my favorite horse to ride is Eli.”

— Brendan, 16 years

“Therapeutic riding directly improves Brendan’s speech skills and helps him socialize more. In the time we’ve been attending Pony Club, we’ve seen Brendan develop friendships with the other riders. The impact this program has had on our son’s development is so powerful; it is difficult to put into words.”

— Brendan’s Parents, Joan and Brendan

GallopNYC uses therapeutic horsemanship to help riders in NYC with disabilities walk, talk and learn, inspiring them to live their lives as fully, independently and productively as possible. GallopNYC is an inclusive community and welcomes riders with and without disabilities. Our programs are open to anyone who can benefit from the healing and empowering experience of working with horses.

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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.

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Financial support is critical to the well-being of GallopNYC riders and our life-changing programs. Your contribution means a child can develop improved fine motor control, become more empathic and engaged, develop verbal skills and gain core strength. It means that an adult can master independent tasks, seniors can overcome isolation, finding community and it means that veterans can have the tools to manage PTSD and carry the ability to relax over to their families and jobs.

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Volunteers enjoy the personal satisfaction of helping children and adults with developmental, emotional, social and physical challenges, all while working with and being around horses, one of nature’s most empathetic animals. Group and corporate volunteer opportunities are also available.

Upcoming Events

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GallopNYC Barn Dance
Oct 15
GallopNYC Barn Dance
2025 TCS New York City Marathon
Nov 2
2025 TCS New York City Marathon

GallopNYC is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon.

This 26-mile tour of the five boroughs isn’t just a race to test your physical limits. The iconic TCS New York City Marathon inspires others to give back to their communities, partnering with nonprofits like GallopNYC to raise $520M in donations since 2006. Runners from 148 countries totaling more than 50,000 will descend on New York City for what is known as the city’s most important day in sport.

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