By Mina Raduncheva | Project Leader
This spring, we are proud to announce the official launch of "The Horse Beside You" — a free, nature-based support program designed specifically for parents of children with special needs. What began as a long-held vision has become a reality: twice-monthly sessions held outdoors at our 4RANCH farm in the Sredna Gora region, where small groups of up to 8 parents work with horses from the ground, guided through breathing, relaxation, and presence exercises. No riding, no prior experience — just space to breathe, reconnect, and restore. Research consistently shows that supporting parents directly improves outcomes for their children, and this program is our commitment to the whole family. Registration is now open at pqfbulgaria.org/horsebesideyou.
Behind the scenes, these past four months have been full of preparation — training horses, developing the program structure, and working with our two facilitators to ensure every session is thoughtful and impactful. Running the free programs takes significant ongoing resources: horse care, insurance, equipment, and dedicated staff. None of this would be possible without your generosity. If this work moves you, we invite you to make a gift today and help us keep both programs free for every family that needs them. Every dollar brings us one step closer to a full season of sessions — for the children, and now for the parents who carry so much for them.
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