Join Our Mission: Empowering Lives Through Horses

Each act of generosity — whatever the size — moves AHT closer to more riders, more sessions, and a stronger community where individuals with physical and cognitive challenges find confidence, connection and joy through the power of the horse.

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Therapeutic Rider Mounting Horse with Therapist

€10 Every session starts with safe equipment. Your gift covers the cost of riding necessities like helmets, saddles, grab straps, adapted reins , and therapy saddle pads so that riders can take part with confidence and dignity.

A young boy smiling with missing teeth, wearing a helmet, holding colorful hoops, sitting outdoors near a stone wall.

€25 Therapy is more than just a saddle. This contribution provides one month of therapeutic materials — communication aids, sensory tools, and activity resources — used by our team during and between sessions.

A girl in a pink shirt and helmet is sitting on a brown horse, giving a high five to another girl in a teal shirt and helmet who is on a different horse. Two women and a man are standing nearby, with the woman holding the reins of the first horse. The scene takes place in an indoor riding arena with a sandy floor and rocky walls, and a bright skylight overhead.

€50 This is what an AHT session looks like. Your gift funds one complete therapeutic riding session, covering the time of our instructors and the careful preparation of horse and arena that makes each session possible.

A woman holding a white horse's reins while a group of people, some wearing helmets, watch inside an indoor riding arena.

€100 We grow by training the people who support our riders. Your generosity funds the preparation and certification of a volunteer, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to safely support riders in the arena and beyond.

White horse eating hay in a stable with a concrete wall and roof.

€250 Our horses are our co-therapists. This kind contribution covers one month of feed and bedding for one of our therapy horses — Tina, Zara, Morane, or Stella — who show up every day of the week to do extraordinary work.

People riding horses in an indoor arena with stone walls and a roof, a young boy sitting on a horse with a woman holding him, and two adults walking nearby.

€500 Some riders need more. This big hearted investment helps us develop new approaches — from adapted equipment to innovative terrain and techniques — so we can reach individuals whose needs are still waiting to be met.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. AHT is a legally registered IPSS Portuguese nonprofit, funded through donations, memberships, limited program fees, and grants or sponsorships.

  • Support AHT by direct bank transfer or by credit card.

    IBAN: PT50 0269 0105 0020 0052 7567 3


  • For every donation, AHT automatically issues an official receipt linked to your personal or company NIF within 7 days. This receipt can be used directly when completing your yearly Portuguese taxes.

    For tax deductions specific to other countries, we recommend consulting your local tax advisor.

    If you are a Portuguese taxpayer, you can allocate 1% of your IRS to AHT through the Consignação program at absolutely no extra cost to you. AHT’s NIF: 502 509 104

  • Yes! Every year, Portuguese taxpayers can direct 1% of their IRS to a nonprofit of their choice. It doesn't reduce your refund or increase what you owe. It's simply a way to put your taxes to work for something you believe in.

    How to do it: When filing your IRS (by 30 June), enter our NIF in the consignação field:

    📋 NIF: 502 509 104

    That's it. Simple, free, and meaningful.

  • Absolutely. A gift in someone's honor or memory is a beautiful and meaningful tribute. Let us know when donating and we will acknowledge your dedication appropriately. These gifts go directly toward the riders and horses who need us most.

  • Yes. Leaving a legacy gift in your will is a meaningful way to support future generations of riders and help ensure AHT's work continues for years to come. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this option.

  • Yes. Sponsorship opportunities include individual horses, riders, and therapy sessions.

  • Yes, gratefully. We welcome donations of equipment, supplies, and professional services that support our riders, horses, and facilities. Please contact us before sending anything so we can confirm current needs and arrange receipt.

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