"Giddy-up for God"  And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.  Colossians 3:17

Mission Statement

Create an Equestrian environment where the life changing message of Jesus Christ is communicated through  mind, spirit, heart and body.

History of Organization
Horse Gate Equestrian Center is a non profit program based in Davie, Florida.  The goal of this organization is to share God's love through equestrian activities to at-risk children and to children in need.  Located in Broward County, Florida, the Town of Davie is well known for it's national rodeo events and for its numberous equestrian parks and facilities.  The love of horses and the great needs of at-risk youth in the state foster care fuels the dreams of Horse Gate Equestrian Center.
The Horse Gate concept  was created in June 2004 after Glenna Waggoner suffered from a near fatal accident involving her horse.  During her recovery she was inspired to create an organization where she could offer her vast knowledge and background experience with horses and while reaching out to the community.  Recognizing the great need for recreation events for at-risk youth in the South foster care system, Glenna realized that horses could fill the needs of these children by enabling them to experience the commitment and unconditional love that comes from working with animals.
The program adopted donated horses.  Some of these horses come from neglected and abusive backgrounds.  After they are rehabilitated by lots of love and retraining they are offered to the children to foster responsibility, duties, and of course fun.  Horse Gate hosts various events such as blue grass concernts, "a day on the farm" outings, ridding lessons, and other activities all in a family centered setting.
At this time volunteers and board members are pledged and committed to caring and feeding of Horse Gate horses through personal funds and private donations.

Those who visit Horse Gate have suffered abuse and or neglect.  The South Florida Foster system is unequiped to handle the number of children in the system.  These children, at times, have the bare essentials if they are lucky.  By the age of 18, these children may have had more than 20 homes and parents, none of which are still in their lives.  At 18 many of them are sent to figure out life on their own.  We believe these children are starving for someone to make them feel worthy and loved.  We at Horse Gate have witnessed the healing power of nature and the unconditional love of the volunteers, in the lives of many.  We provide free recreational activities to children in need .  Many of the children are in residential facilities, or in protective custody from their parents and would not otherwise have the opportunity to be involved with animals and escape the realities of their current living circumstances.

The following is available:

• Volunteer Opportunities for adults, teens and families
• Community service projects for schools and other projects
• Recreation activities for "children in need"