- Stable Friendships Foundation Newsletter
- Posts
- The Stable Scoop: Stories From Stable Friendships
The Stable Scoop: Stories From Stable Friendships
Your Monthly Dose of Healing, Hope, and Horses
Stable Friendships Foundation
August 31, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
✨New Website | New Board Member | 🌟 Free Featured Resource
Stable Smiles: A Look Inside Our New Home
We’re kicking off this month’s newsletter with a little magic—captured through the lens of our incredibly talented friend and volunteer, Kristen Vallejo.
✨ Haven’t seen the new property yet? Kristen’s stunning reel offers a front-row seat to the joy, beauty, and healing that happens here every day. From quiet moments between horse and human to the wide open space we now call home—it’s all in there.
And let’s be honest: if you’ve ever seen a photo of Stable Friendships that looks incredible, the credit probably goes to Kristen.
📸 Want to see more of her work (or work with her yourself)?
Visit Kristen Vallejo Photography
We’re beyond lucky to have her as part of the family.
Our News
🖥️ New Barn, New Look - Our Website Got a Makeover !
Just like our ponies found a new home, we decided it was time to refresh ours too—digitally speaking! We’re so excited to unveil our brand-new website, designed with you in mind. 🐴✨
Whether you’re looking to learn more about our mission, explore programs, get involved, or make a donation, our new site is easier to navigate and full of heart.
👉 Bookmark StableFriendshipsFoundation.org so you don’t miss out on any updates, resources, or exciting adventures from the barn.
We’re still learning all the ways to use this new platform, but we hope it helps you feel even more connected to our growing community.
Can’t you just feel the fresh hay and heart through the screen? 🖥️🐴
❓ Trivia Time ❓
As the seasons begin to shift, horses often begin to grow their winter coats.
What triggers this change in horses’ coats?
A) Temperature
B) Rainfall
C) Daylight hours
D) Wind chill
(Hint: It’s not just about the weather—it’s about what they see.)
↓ Scroll to the very bottom for the answer ↓
📸 Pictured here: A sneak peek of their community based, easy-to-navigate site.
Featured Resourse: Wefayo.com
We’re proud to highlight Wefayo.com, a compassionate, community-based platform created by a Westchester father who couldn’t find reliable resources for his son with special needs, so he built one. The goal? To ensure no family navigates the journey alone.
As Kevin Field, Wefayo’s founder and co-creator, shared during a recent episode of the Dare to Be Authentic podcast, "Wefayo is a platform that connects people with medical conditions and special needs to supportive communities, resources, and opportunities."
Want to learn more about the heart behind this initiative? Listen to the “Dare to Be Authentic” podcast interview with Wefayo founders Kevin Field and Henry Lujja (the developer) to hear the full story behind this meaningful resource.
🌟Teamwork in action—Jennifer and Jessica supporting Brett in his Speech Therapy Session
🎉New Board Spotlight: Jennifer Gressin-Rybalov Joins the Team!
If Jennifer’s face looks familiar, it’s because she’s already a beloved part of our therapy team. As a skilled speech and language pathologist, Jennifer has been making a difference in sessions through her deep understanding of oral motor development—something that aligns beautifully with equine movement.
Now, we’re thrilled to welcome her to our Board of Directors! Her dedication, clinical insight, and heartfelt passion for our mission make her an incredible addition. You’ll often find Jennifer co-treating alongside our therapy team, always bringing energy, empathy, and expert care to her work.
Outside the barn, Jennifer’s compassion extends to animals of all kinds—she frequently fosters rescue kittens and volunteers with several local rescue organizations. We’re so lucky to have her heart and her voice helping guide the future of Stable Friendships.
Ways to Support Us
Spread the Word: Help us raise awareness about the healing power of horsemanship by sharing our mission with your friends, family, and social media networks. GUESS WHAT?! You can use the icons at the top of this email to seamlessly share our content via email, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Together, let’s amplify our message and make a lasting difference!
Volunteer with us : We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team. Whether you have experience with horses or prefer to support us in other ways, there are positions available for everyone
Online Donations: Your financial support helps us maintain our programs and reach more individuals in need. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a significant impact.
Saddle Up with Our Merchandise : We’re thrilled to offer Stable Friendships Foundation merchandise through Bonfire! Each purchase supports our mission, with proceeds going directly back to our program. Shop now and wear you support with pride!