Donate
Give today
A one-off or monthly donation goes directly towards running our sessions, caring for our ponies, and keeping our facilities safe.
Sponsor a pony
Sponsor one of our ponies
Cover the real costs of keeping a pony — hoof trimming, hay, vet visits, and more. A tangible, direct way to make a lasting difference.
Volunteer
Give your time
No horse experience needed. Side walkers, horse leaders, groomers, fundraisers — there is a role for everyone who wants to help.
Donate today.
One-off or monthly — every gift goes directly to our riders and ponies.
Sponsor a pony
By sponsoring a pony, you enable us to enrich lives.
Our ponies need regular farriery, feed, and veterinary care. Sponsoring one — even partially — makes a direct, tangible difference to a real animal and the riders who depend on them.
Who would you like to sponsor?
Where your support goes
The real cost of care
Running Highland Group RDA means covering real, ongoing costs for every pony and every session. Here's a small snapshot of where your support goes.
£34
every 6 weeks
Hoof trimming
£35
per bale
Large hay bale
£60
per visit
Vet visit
£30
per session
Fund a riding session
£20
per bag
Bag of feed
£75
one-off
Riding hat
Taking on a sponsored walk, kiltwalk, or other fundraising challenge?
Set up a JustGiving page to collect sponsorship from supporters. JustGiving is for fundraising events only — for a direct donation to us, please use the options above instead.
Volunteering
We welcome all volunteers — no horse experience needed.
Sessions run Tuesday to Friday mornings. Regular help is ideal, but flexible arrangements are available — especially during summer.
Side walker
Walk alongside the rider to provide support and encouragement during sessions.
Horse leader
Lead the pony safely around the arena while the rider is in session.
Groomer
Help prepare the ponies before and after sessions — grooming and tacking up.
Fundraiser
Help organise events and campaigns to raise vital funds for the group.
Maintenance
General upkeep of facilities, fencing, painting, and equipment.
Admin support
Assist with communications, social media, and administrative tasks.
Common questions
Good to know.
Can I volunteer if I have no experience with horses?
Absolutely. Most of our volunteers had no prior horse experience when they joined us. Full training and support is provided for all roles.
How much time do I need to commit?
Sessions run Tuesday to Friday mornings. Any regular commitment is welcome — even one morning a week makes a real difference. Flexible arrangements are available, especially during summer.
How old do I need to be?
All volunteers must be 12 or over. There is no upper age limit. We have Public Liability insurance and Trustee Indemnity for all volunteers. Volunteers aged between 12 and 90 also have Personal Accident insurance (with some restrictions for those aged 80–90).
What checks are required?
You will need to provide 2 referees who are not a relative or partner and who have known you for more than 1 year. Volunteers aged 16 and over who are actively involved with sessions are required to undergo an enhanced disclosure check, as they are volunteering with vulnerable adults and children.
Are there other ways to fundraise?
Yes — sponsored walks, bake sales, and local events all help enormously. Get in touch and we can advise on how to fundraise on our behalf.
Can organisations or businesses support us?
We welcome corporate sponsorship and partnerships. Please contact us to discuss how your organisation could get involved.
How do I pay to sponsor a pony?
You can sponsor one of our ponies directly on this page — choose your pony, pick a sponsorship level, and set up your monthly gift in a few steps. You can cancel at any time.
Still have questions?
We'd love to hear from you.