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Volunteers Make the Difference

Our program would not be possible without the dedicated support of our volunteers.  
​Come join our team today and start making a difference!
New Volunteer Training and Orientations are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month!
Contact us today to find out when you can get started making a difference in someone's life.  
I WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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Why Volunteer?   

The RTC is volunteer-based, operating on 20 acres with a growing horse herd and number of clients served each week.  There is a job for everyone! Have special skills, knowledge, or preferences?  
Let us know.  

Not sure of how you can help?  Volunteering can foster necessary life skills for home, school, and the workplace and might even help you find your future career.  Try it today; you'll be surprised how making someone smile will do the same for you!
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"Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something." ~ Anonymous

When Can You Help?  

Lesson Volunteers are needed during the weekly Therapeutic Riding lessons, Monday through Thursday afternoon/evenings.  We request that volunteers make a consistent weekly time commitment that works best for your schedule in order to make the lessons more effective for each rider.   
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Volunteer Forms:  


What you need to get started...
1.  Attend a New Volunteer Training and Orientation.
2.  Bring to the Orientation:  
      Volunteer Application
      Volunteer Handbook   
      Sidewalking/Horse Handling Guidelines ( if 14 years or older)
3.  Be sure to wear closed-toed shoes to the Orientation. 
4. Download &  Review The RTC's Volunteer Packet for volunteer job descriptions and emergency plans and safety rules to understand your responsibilities as a volunteer at The RTC!​
Please Note:  Volunteers do NOT need to have horse experience to be able to make a difference in our program.    

How Can You Help?  


Lesson Volunteers:  
  • Lesson Activities Assistant
  • Sidewalker/Horse Handler (must be at least 14 years old)
​Facility Maintenance, Volunteer Work Days
Office Help
Fundraising - Annual 5k/Fun-Run, Rock It Don't Knock It Playday and many more.  
​Community Events - help host informational                                                  tables at local events.  
Advanced Rider or Trainer to school horses
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Volunteer Testimonials:  

"... The RTC has an amazing program and I wanted to be part of making a difference in someone's life."  
What is your favorite part of volunteering?  "Watching the smile on all [their] faces."
"I've become more empathetic and compassionate.  I am more grateful for the small blessings." 

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Location:  
557 Love Road
​Victoria, TX  77905

Mailing Address:  
P.O. Box 462
Nursery, TX  77976

Mission Statement:

​Donum Dei (Latin meaning “Gift from God”) Incorporated, doing business as The Riding Therapy Center of Victoria, was created in response to God’s love.  The purpose of Donum Dei, Inc. is to offer equine- assisted activities and therapies in an attitude of service to God the Father, God the Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit in the most Holy Trinity.  Our work is done with respect and dignity to all.


PURPOSE:
​The various forms of therapy received through The RTC's programs have shown marked improvement in balance, coordination, fine and gross motor skills, cognitive and social skills, sequential thinking, and increased self-esteem among other numerous benefits all while learning to ride a horse.

Horses Helping People
Help Themselves
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Phone:  361-578-8182
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Executive Director- Michelle Olsovsky-​ TheRTCOffice@gmail.com
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Contact
  • Program Services
  • Riders
    • Benefits of TR
    • Enrollment
  • Volunteers
  • Support
    • Wishlist
    • Be a Fundraiser Sponsor
    • Horse Heroes
  • Events, Etc.
    • Announcements