Majestic Equine Connections is a non-profit organization located just minutes south of Medina Square on Route 3. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities through therapeutic horsemanship while creating a welcoming, inclusive space for the entire community.
We serve participants ages four and up, including older adults. Our programs rely on the support of compassionate volunteers who generously give 1–2 hours per week. Volunteer roles include walking beside riders, leading horses and assisting with barn chores. All volunteers receive proper training and are placed on a consistent weekly schedule.
In January 2024, we were honored to be chosen by 100+ Women Who Care in Medina for financial support — a recognition that deeply affirms our work. We are also grateful for funding from The Visiting Place Foundation and a one-time Ohio grant to support our horse barn and arena improvements.
Our annual fundraiser, “A Fun Time for a Cause,” hosted at The Galaxy, raised an incredible $20,500 this year. This success would not have been possible without the leadership and dedication of our fundraising coordinator, Jennie Thewlis.
Majestic Equine Executive Director Jennifer Stankiewicz says: "Horses are intriguing in every way. I have been teaching and overseeing therapeutic horsemanship programs for over 20 years and sometimes I am still amazed how horses motivate, heal hearts and grasp what we are trying to accomplish. Horses are intelligent, curious and incredibly therapeutic. Over the years, I have witnessed children speaking for the first time and an individual's muscles gaining the strength they need to do more at home or work. In order to achieve progress, consistency of attendance is vital to gain equestrian skills, mental, and physical strength."
Looking to the future, we’re excited to expand our programming to meet the evolving needs of our community. Currently, we offer:
- Adaptive Horseback Riding
- Majestic Horse Spin Club
- Barn Buddies
- Scout merit badge programs (in partnership with The Caring Corral)
- A collaborative program with The Ohio State University Extension
We provide both one-on-one and group adaptive riding lessons because we understand that every rider learns differently — some thrive in group settings, others with individualized support.
As we continue to grow, we're exploring a relocation opportunity in collaboration with the Medina County Park District, which would allow us to expand into agriculture-based programming and develop new offerings such as equine mental health counseling and a veterans trail riding program.
We deeply value both in-kind and financial contributions. While grant funding is vital, it takes time — and our horses still need daily care, including hay, grain, supplements and veterinary support. We rely on the generosity of individuals and businesses to sustain our mission. Your support helps provide care for our horses and life-changing programs for individuals with disabilities. Here's how you can help:
- Sponsor a horse: Help cover the yearly care costs for one of our therapy horses. A full-year sponsorship is $5,500. As a thank-you, your name or business will be proudly displayed on a plaque in our barn.
- Sponsor a scholarship: Every dollar makes a difference in ensuring more families can access our services.
- Make a one-time donation: Send your desired amount to Majestic Equine Connections, Inc., 7460 Wooster Pike Rd., Seville, Ohio 44273.
- Volunteer: Contact Jennifer at 440-668-8364 or email majesticequineconnections@gmail.com.
- Donate supplies: We gratefully accept horse tack and supplies, Centerra gift cards, Tractor Supply gift cards and more.
Learn more and make a donation online at MajesticEquineConnectionsInc.org.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we’re making a lasting difference — one stride at a time.