We couldn’t do it without our volunteers.

From lesson assistance to event staffing, grooming to stall cleaning, over 80% of Stockhands’ operations depend on our volunteers.

Previous horse experience is not required. Learn more at one of our volunteer trainings.

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  • "When I started volunteering I wasn’t in a position to do more than give my time. The growth that I’ve experienced and the time that I’ve dedicated here has helped me focus my life to a point where now I’m in a position to give more.”

    Greg // Community Engagement Liaison

  • “Volunteering has really helped me. If you’re looking for something to do and a very rewarding experience, you’ll love it here.”

    Joyce // Volunteer

  • "Everyone looked like they were a family. And that's what we got out of it. Coming here and volunteering, I got a family."

    Melissa // Parent + Volunteer

How you can help:

  • Leading and sidewalking in lessons

  • Grooming and tacking horses

  • Cleaning stalls and sweeping floors

  • Throwing hay and other barn chores

  • Filling and cleaning water buckets

  • Fundraising and staffing events

  • General office administration

  • Stockhands conducts background checks for all employees and volunteers who will interact with minors participating in our programs. Background checks can be completed through one of the agencies listed below (or an agency of your choosing):

    Delaware Police Department
    70 N Union St. #2, Delaware 43015
    Walk-in Hours: Thursdays from 8:00-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m..
    Cost: $35.

    Delaware County Sheriff's Office
    1776 State Rte 521, Delaware 43015
    Walk-In Hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    Cost: $40.

    Results should be sent to Stockhands Horses for Healing, PO Box 270 Delaware, OH 43015 or submitted electronically to to info@stockhands.org.

    Please note: Stockhands does offer alternate volunteer opportunities for those who prefer not to undergo the background check process. To learn more, reach out to volunteers@stockhands.org.

  • Community service hours only apply to volunteers who are approved and participate in designated activities. Volunteer training and other activities do not qualify for community service credit. Additionally, only volunteers who have completed volunteer training may qualify. Please use our contact form to reach out and determine whether you qualify.

  • Various policies and rules apply to all Stockhands volunteers. To remain a qualified volunteer, you must accept and abide by all such requirements. These include, but are not limited to, rules and policies defined in the Volunteer Handbook and verbal directives from the Stockhand’s staff, principals, and designated supervisors.

Have questions about volunteering?

Check out our FAQ page or send us an email.