Members of Michigan Horse Council Safesport and DEI operated eagala certified
"God made great doctors for healing the body...he made the horse for healing the soul."
Coming in 2026~ EAGALA sessions!
Who We Are
Our Mission
🕊️ Mission Statement
At Palomino Hope, our mission is to harness the healing power of horses to inspire personal growth and create lasting change. Through the EAGALA model, Horse Powered Reading, and our innovative youth mentorship program, we provide a safe, supportive space where veterans, at-risk youth, and families heal from trauma, build resilience, and develop essential life skills. Guided by our **FAMILY values—Friendship, Acceptance, Mindfulness, Independence, Leadership, and Youthfulness—**we nurture empathy, trust, and confidence, empowering individuals to become compassionate, capable leaders in their communities.
OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE
🌿 Vision Statement
We envision a future where every person—no matter their age, gender, background, or financial status—who walks into our space finds a place of peace, purpose, and belonging.
Palomino Hope strives to create a lasting sanctuary—a place where healing begins, confidence grows, and tomorrow’s compassionate citizens and leaders are born through the powerful connection between horses and humans.
It is our dream that Palomino Hope becomes a generational program, where the children we serve today return as mentors, parents, and community leaders—carrying forward the same hope, kindness, and resilience that once transformed their own lives.
Our Founders ~ Kim Reiter, Jay and Laurel Greene
The core of our team is made up of four people who where brought together by the healing effects of the horse. Now, it is our mission to share this love with children and veterans.
"We have all been healed in profound ways by the soul of a horse. Now we plan on spreading this love with the children and veterans of our community."
Welcome Colline Cheltenham, Palomino Hope's newest board member! Colline and her mare, Willow, are a great addition to the Palomino Hope team!
Colline owns and operates Cheltenham Law in Lansing, Michigan.
Laurel Greene ~middle school math teacher ~President of Palomino Hope *safesport certified *HorsePowered Reading certified *Youth mental Health First Aide certified.
Kim Reiter, Air Force Veteran VP/Treasurer of Palomino Hope *safesport certified. *CPR certified. *Intro to Equine Therapy certified
More Board of Directors... Teaira DeNisi, Tammy Ahearne, and Joy Garrison!
Teaira DeNisi: Secretary of Palomino Hope
Teaira loves working with horses, especially her boy LOKI :)
*Safesport certified
*CPR certified
*Intro to Equine Therapy certified
Teaira lives in southern Michigan and makes her way up to Tawas for every event that she is able! She has an amazing natural connection to the kids... and the horses!
Tammy Ahearne: Human Resources
Tammy is a dedicated middle school teacher of over 20 years.
Tammy has a natural super power in dealing with at risk children. She and her husband are true heroes to us for joining our team!
*Tammy is 3 times Safe Talk certified
*In process of getting "Introduction to Horse Therapy" certified
*Youth Mental Health First Aid certified
Joy Garrison
Joy is a school success worker through NEMCSA and is the official EMOTIONAL SUPPORT person for everyone involved!
Joy sees first hand the need for programs like this one. She did not hesitate to volunteer and then made the move to be a part of the behind the scenes!
*CPR Certified
*Safesport certified
*In process of getting "Intro to Equine Therapy Certified"
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