Welcome To PALS!

PALS is the heart of equine-assisted joy in Bloomington, IN! As a nonprofit equine-assisted learning center, we’re dedicated to providing meaningful experiences for individuals with disabilities, veterans, senior citizens, and underserved youth. Discover the therapeutic magic and healing power of our programs, where horses bring physical, emotional, and social benefits to a diverse community. Proudly recognized as a PATH Intl. Member Center as well as a CHA Accredited Site, we prioritize crafting personalized and secure experiences for all participants.

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Programs

PALS provides adaptive riding and ground lessons for children and adults with physical, developmental, learning or emotional differences.

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PALS relies on the generosity of our volunteers to ensure the sustainability of our organization. Reach out to us about our next Volunteer Orientation!

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Help support our mission! Recurring donations, horse sponsorships, and corporate sponsorships are a few of the ways you can make an impact.

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Our Mission

PALS promotes joy, quality of life, better health, and empowerment by providing therapeutic programs with horses.

child receiving equine-assisted services wearing a yellow shirt on a shetland pony grabbing rings with instructor and two volunteers

therapeutic rider receiving equine-assisted services on a brown horse with two volunteers wearing green t-shirts

Our Vision

By providing a caring, safe, and challenging environment, PALS will foster growth and individual achievement of all participants that will enable them to reach their highest potential.