A Clinton County foundation dedicated to assisting women, children and others encountering difficulties, recently had their commitment enhanced through a $500.00 grant from the St. Johns Kiwanis Club. \u00a0\u201cHealing Hearts with Horses,\u201d a non-profit foundation received the gift in support of its on-going program of supporting mentally and physically abused woman and children.\u00a0
\nKiwanians listened recently to details of the unique restorative approach to supporting mistreated or distressed groups as described by Foundation Exec. Vice Pres. Christine Smith.\u00a0 Her presentation included details of programs assisting not only persons having been harmed or afflicted, but also others with special needs such as Autism, Aspergers Syndrome or ADHD (attention disorder\/hyperactivity disorder).\u00a0 Ms Smith explained that teaching the handling and care of horses stimulates recovery through individual growth in tolerance, empowerment and understanding, among other strengths.
\nHealing Hearts with Horses Foundation is based at SierraRose (one word) Farms, located on W. Cutler Road in DeWitt where other programs beyond those for the needy are regularly scheduled.\u00a0 Ms Smith pointed out that in addition to the foundation, equine educational programs are offered, such as horse camps, riding lessons and accredited outings for girl and boy scout troops.\u00a0 In addition, gatherings for business, church or private groups may also be arranged.
\nKiwanis maintains an enduring spirit of community support with a special emphasis on projects benefiting children.\u00a0 The recent grant was awarded through the club\u2019s \u201cYoung Children Priority One\u201d committee chaired by Theresa Fedewa Wells. \u00a0 Ms Wells presented the $500.00 grant to Ms Smith who was accompanied by foundation secretary\/treasurer Diane Galvavi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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