Change Your Lead has been selected to join the fifth annual 2026 Horses for Mental Health (HMH) Campaign, a global movement raising awareness and funding for programs that bring horses and people together for healing, connection, and emotional well-being.

This recognition places Change Your Lead among a select group of programs worldwide that demonstrate high standards in both client and equine welfare. Specifically, verification of the licenses, certification, and credibility of our facilitators along with veterinarian support documentation for the standards of care of the horses.

Last year, we raised funds to assist with creating subsidized wellness and educational offerings for our community. This year, we will be focused on support for the care of our horses who help individuals to heal and thrive. 

The campaign runs May 1–31, 2026, during Mental Health Awareness Month. In addition to awareness shared online, we would love to welcome you to our barn for gatherings on May 3rd and 17th, in Petaluma, California, see below for details!

You’re Invited!

As part of the HMH Campaign fundraising effort, we will be having two events at the barn to connect. See below for details and sign-up, we hope to see you out with the horses! Families welcome. We love dogs, but please leave them at home!

Painting with the Ponies!

Sunday May 17th, 2026 1-3pm: Join our human and horse team at the barn for a choice of painting activities!

This is a free event, donations toward our herd care are welcome.

Donate Here: Change Your Lead - Horses for Mental Health Campaign

Picnic with the Ponies!

Thank you to everyone that came out May 3rd to Picnic with the Ponies! We loved connecting with you at the barn!