Your Gift of $5 or More Helps Students Access Our Programs!

Who We Are:
Storm Chaser Stables (SCS) is an education-focused farm with a unique horsemanship and farm school program dedicated to helping children, youth, and families develop life skills and a love for nature through experiential learning. Our programs teach students not only practical skills in animal care, self-sufficiency, and awareness of our environment, but also how to connect meaningfully with their surroundings and each other. We believe that real learning happens through hands-on activities that inspire curiosity, empathy, and resilience.

Young people today need more than traditional academics—they need experiences that give them a sense of purpose and belonging. At SCS, we provide children with life-changing opportunities to learn horsemanship, explore unique class options related to life skills such as cooking and farming, and build self-confidence through social-emotional learning in nature-based environments.

Our Mission:
Many of the schools and families we work with don’t have access to these unique and powerful learning opportunities. With limited outdoor resources becoming increasingly common, children miss out on engaging, supportive environments that could unlock their potential. At SCS, our mission is to ensure that everyone has the chance to experience personal growth through farm education, animal care, and self-sufficiency skills. We believe that every child matters, and what they learn, how they engage, and who they become will make a positive impact on the world.

Our Goal:
Since 2020, Storm Chaser Stables has been empowering students through our farm school day program and horsemanship classes. When we ask students and families what they love most about SCS, their enthusiasm for the hands-on learning and safe, supportive environment is overwhelming. Our programs strive to give students the skills, excitement, and confidence to thrive.

To expand our programs and provide an enriching and safe environment for every student, we’re raising $50,000 to fund essential projects and materials at our new location with our GoFundMe Campaign. Here’s a cost breakdown of how your donation will make a difference:

• $12,000 - Program support and scholarship fund for families who need assistance accessing our classes.
• $8,000 - Relocation and setup expenses to ensure we have a stable, accessible home for the farm school.
• $5,000 - Funding for learning materials, tools, and supplies to support classes in horsemanship, gardening, and self-sufficiency.
• $10,000 - Fencing and shelters for our horses and other animals, creating secure, engaging areas for hands-on lessons.
• $15,000 - Tractor and equipment (post hole auger, bushhog, arena drag) to maintain safe and functional learning spaces for students and animals.

Please consider a donation to help us reach our goal of enriching education for kids in rural central Virginia! All donations have a direct impact on the children and families we serve, helping us create a safe, engaging environment for everyone to grow, connect, and learn. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to a future where all children have access to the transformative power of nature-based learning. 

Donate Here to Support Farm School!

Storm Chaser Stables is dedicated to building a sustainable, supportive community through hands-on learning and social-emotional development. To learn more about our programs, please visit our website and connect with us on Facebook or Instagram!