A Helpful Hobby

Horses For Handicapped Foundation of Pinellas County

H4H is Pinellas County’s oldest FREE program for adults and children with disabilities to enjoy the benefits our equine partners have to offer. It’s a private, non-profit organization for the purpose of promoting and teaching recreational horseback riding and care to special needs citizens of our community.

Horse back riding is widely recognized as one of the most beneficial forms of recreational therapy disabled persons can receive. It develops self awareness, builds self confidence, improves concentration and discipline. Horseback riding also improves posture, balance, and coordination as well as increasing joint mobility and core stabilization.

Join the Program

Fall Programing lasts from September to May. Sessions are Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm or on weekdays by appointment. Summer Programing is available by special arrangement.

To Contact

• Mary Urquhart, Riding Director and 4-H/Girl Scout Leader
  • pinallashforh@gmail.com; 727-391-4432 (H); 727-742-2097 (M)
• Jenny Mazgaj, Director
  • Jennyfrank3@aol.com; 727-744-4765

Volunteer Opportunities

Horses for Handicapped also has volunteer opportunities available.

• Bring your expertise or come to learn:
  • Side-walking
  • Horse handlers
  • Barn maintenance
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Fund raising
• Club & Community Opportunities
  • 4-H/Girl Scouts
  • Kiwanis Club
  • Bright Futures credit hours
  • College approved community service

“No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child” -Abraham Lincoln