Derby Days Fundraiser

🏇 NTRC Derby Days – Bet on Your Favorite Therapy Horse!

Help your favorite horse race to the finish line — and support life-changing programs for people with disabilities.

How It Works:

  1. Scroll through the herd below to learn a bit about them.

  2. Select your horse at the bottom of the donation form.

  3. Donate in their honor.

  4. Watch the leaderboard update everyday on social media!

Every “bet” (donation) supports the care, training, and daily needs of our incredible therapy horses. And the horse who raises the most by the Skills Showcase on June 7th? They’ll be crowned NTRC’s 2025 Derby Champion!

🎁 Bonus! One donor from the winning horse’s list of supporters will be randomly selected to receive:

  • NTRC swag

  • A photo op and visit with the winning horse

  • And major bragging rights!

Why It Matters
Our horses serve 85 participants a year — offering strength, safety, connection, and healing. Your donation helps us care for them and continue to expand our impact.

Let’s make this race count.

Featured
Zoe
Zoe

Zoe is a spirited Thoroughbred at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center with a background in racing and hunter jumping. Now entering a new phase of her life, Zoe brings energy, intelligence, and a little comedy to the therapy program. Sponsor her care today. begins with an idea.

Zeb
Zeb

Zeb is the longest-serving therapy horse at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. A seasoned Quarter Pony with unmatched experience, Zeb supports riders with calm, confidence, and heart. Sponsor his care and celebrate a true NTRC legend.

Yankee
Yankee

Yankee is a seasoned Morgan gelding at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center with a versatile background and a love for learning. Sponsor his care and help him continue thriving in therapy work.

Wyatt
Wyatt

Wyatt is a relaxed but curious Appendix gelding at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Formerly a hunter jumper and trail horse, he now thrives in therapy work with a love for variety and calm.

Whiskers
Whiskers

Whiskers is an energetic Tennessee Walker mix at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Formerly a trail horse, he now brings enthusiasm and responsiveness to his work with participants.

Tikki
Tikki

Tikki is a calm, affectionate Thoroughbred at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Formerly a hunter jumper, he now provides gentle, thoughtful support to riders of all levels.

Sonny
Sonny

Sonny is a gentle and experienced Quarter Horse at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Formerly a roping horse, he now supports riders of all levels and enjoys pasture naps with a round bale pillow.

Sugar
Sugar

Sugar is a playful and vocal Quarter Pony at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Sponsor his care and support his journey from pleasure horse to therapeutic sidekick.

Ranger
Ranger

Ranger is a retired trail horse from Colorado now thriving at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Support this gentle Appendix Quarter Horse as he transitions into a new life helping others.

Snickers
Snickers

Snickers is a miniature horse at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center known for his role in unmounted sessions and special events. Sponsor his care and support his impact in our community.

Pete
Pete

Pete is a beloved miniature horse and social media mascot at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Sponsor his care and help keep the fun, therapy, and smiles rolling.

Nick
Nick

Meet Nick, a steady and thoughtful Quarter Horse at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Sponsor his care and help support his work in groundwork and obstacle courses.

Sir Nibbles
Sir Nibbles

Sir Nibbles is a playful Pony of America at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Known for loving costumes, kisses, and kiddos, he’s the ultimate barn personality. Sponsor Nibbles and support his work with young riders.begins with an idea.

Arkadia (Katie)
Arkadia (Katie)

Katie (Arkadia) is a fun-loving, hula-hooping Hanoverian at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. With a heart as big as her hooves, she brings joy to every rider she meets. Living with Cushing’s means she needs a little extra care—and a lot of love. Sponsor Katie today to support her health, happiness, and signature sass

Diego
Diego

Diego is a laid-back Warmblood who traded the show ring for therapy work at Northland Therapeutic Riding Center. Known for his love of neck scratches and starring as “Coach Reid,” Diego brings joy to riders and volunteers alike. Sponsor Diego today and support his care, treats, and unforgettable performances.