We equip adolescent girls in high-risk situations through a long-term, holistic program.
The CORRAL Riding Academy is a non-profit organization operating out of Cary and Raleigh, North Carolina dedicated to bettering the lives of troubled teens and rescued horses. We do this by using horses as a vessel to promote healing, growth and lasting life change. The unique structure of CORRAL is based on five components: horseback riding, vocational training, academic support, equine-assisted
learning & Psychotherapy (EAL & EAP), and mentorship. The design of these components allows participants to not only gain equine knowledge and skills, but also develop the behaviors, attitudes, and skills necessary for success in life beyond horses. Participants are referred to CORRAL from agencies within their communities, including Human Services, local Police Departments, Juvenile Justice, and school administrators. We are a preventative diversion program and, therefore, strive to create an environment for lasting healing and freedom from risky behaviors. Candidates are selected through an application process which measures their levels of risk and commitment. Selected participants will demonstrate both a high level of risk and a high level of commitment. Once asked to join the program, participants must commit to a minimum of one year, however, the vision is to shepherd each girl through the remainder of her middle and high school years.
Meet Teddie, a Riding Academy graduate.
Teddie was initially reluctant to come to CORRAL, but the longer they stuck with it, the more they bloomed. The encouragement and support Teddie received at CORRAL started to change their perspective.
Click the link in our bio to read our 23-24 Annual Report to hear more from Teddie and see what's next on their full circle journey!
Thank you Amaris Photo for capturing this beautiful moment! ๐๐
Since 2010, Activate Good has coordinated a Triangle-wide 9/11 Service and Remembrance event to transform this day of tragedy into a day of service.
We used this opportunity to honor those affected through service projects at our Raleigh farm as we work to finish our programming building.
Thank you Activate Good for this opportunity!
OUR 23-24 ANNUAL REPORT IS LIVE ON OUR WEBSITE! ๐ ๐ ๐
We are so proud of our participants, champions, volunteers, and staff for everything they accomplished this past year, and we are excited to share the highlights with you!
Click the link in our bio to head to our website and read all about our year!
TELL US: what was your favorite part? ๐คฉ
If you or someone you know would be a good fit for this role, please apply now!
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Kids thrive in an environment grounded in consistency and structure. CORRAL provides a safe community that promotes growth and healing. Time and time again, we see that healing leads to transformational life change.
Transformation doesnโt happen overnight. It takes place over time, in moments big and small.
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Look out for our 23-24 Annual Report to follow Lilianna's full circle journey and learn about the academic and emotional wins we are celebrating this year!
We are hiring a Development Manager to join our team!
We are seeking an experienced nonprofit professional to drive development strategy, cultivate meaningful donor relationships, and champion a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.
The ideal candidate has progressive development and fundraising experience, a successful track record of supervising volunteers, and is a people-first leader who thrives working in a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy.
If you or someone you know might be the right fit for our team, please apply now for a confidential interview!
Apply today at: https://armstrongmcguire.applytojob.com/apply/hc6j3Lx1hW/Development-Manager-CORRAL-Riding-Academy
What a wonderful 16 years it has been!
On this special day, we want to honor our incredible champions, staff, volunteers, and the 566 participants who have come through our program - without all of you, we would not be here today.
Rooted in equity, our program restores access and opportunities to underserved girls. Over the next year, we want to continue deepening our program services and increase access to CORRAL for kids who need us the most.
Thank you for another great year of powering the mission and investing in bright futures!
As we continue to work towards expanding our access to those who need CORRAL the most, we want to reflect on the support and opportunities we provided during the 23-24 program year.
Watch out for your 23-24 Annual Report to learn more about our programming data and what we look forward to accomplishing next!
Investments from our community of champions sustain our work and make this journey possible! Use the link in our bio to learn more about volunteer opportunities for this upcoming program year!
We have lumber - delivered to us by Talbert Building Supply !
This means we can get the programming building framed at the Neuse River farm! This a big step forward and we're so excited to get started on this project!
Follow along for more Raleigh farm updates!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH 9:30-12PM
If you or your friends are interested in building, construction projects, or farm work in general - sign up for our Barn Construction workday with the link in our bio!
Your continued support and dedication has pushed us even further to our goal of getting the program space at the Raleigh farm ready by the start on the school year!
We can't wait to see you this weekend!๐๐๐
Are you a Mental Health Professional who loves to help others?
CORRAL is hiring a Mental Health Professional to join our team!
We seek an experienced, licensed mental health professional passionate about working with and positively impacting the lives of historically marginalized and underserved youth.
The ideal candidate has at least two years of demonstrated experience providing trauma-informed care, case management experience, and experience facilitating group therapy.
If you or someone you know might be the right fit for our team, please apply now for a confidential interview!
Apply today at: https://letscatapult.applicantpool.com/jobs/1126293-198442.html
Lauren's journey exemplifies the theme of coming full circle, as she transitioned from an eager volunteer to Executive Director.
CORRAL's mission resonated deeply with her, reflecting the way her mother worked endlessly to provide resources and support for her.
Keep an eye out for our Annual Report in your mailboxes to read more about Lauren's story, how her journey with CORRAL began, and what she sees in CORRAL's future!
What Makes CORRAL Unique?
Our long-term holistic program uses equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) and offers academic tutoring, family support, vocational training, life skills training, career preparation, and mentorship!
Watch out for this information in our upcoming Annual Report and learn how we use this technique to transform lives!
Grateful for our friends over at Clancy & Theys Construction Company and their help on our Raleigh farm! They cleared a path to the pond, worked on the barn build, installed drywall in the small building, and helped us tidy up! Thank you for your continuous help and support as we prepare for the upcoming program year!
If you or your team would like to join us on the farm for a Corporate Workday, please reach out to our Volunteer Manager!
[email protected]
COME JOIN US! Saturday, July 13rd 9am-12pm at our Raleigh Farm!
The projects at our Raleigh farm are in full swing with the help of our awesome volunteers! We would love for you to lend a hand and join us in getting the farm ready for our students and horses!
Sign up with the link in our bio!
As June comes to a close, weโre reflecting on the significance of Pride Month. We are fortunate to be surrounded by a community that is diverse, complex, and fully committed to helping our students grow and bloom. We are inspired by the authenticity and courage of our LGBTQ kids, staff, volunteers, and supporters. We love you and we celebrate you. ๐
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During our End of Year Celebration at our Raleigh Farm, we reflected on an incredible year at CORRAL! ๐โจ We got to celebrate our girls' academic, equestrian, and personal achievements. Here's to another year of growth, success and unforgettable moments!
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. We at CORRAL honor this day as we continue to advocate for equality and a more just society.
COME JOIN US! This Saturday, June 22nd 9am-12pm at our Raleigh Farm!
Join us in building our barn and program space! Your support will help us get the farm ready for our students and horses in time for the 2024-25 program year.
Sign up with the link in our bio!
A huge thank you to our friends at for their incredible support! Almost 70 Chiesi employees helped get our farms ready for our EOY celebrations, doing important maintenance and clean up tasks to make sure our property is in tip top shape! From sponsoring our gala to donating computers and spending days at the farm, your commitment helps us grow and thrive!
Did you know we had TWO FARMS?! We are building our and program space for our Campus in the Neuse River area and we need your help!
Thank you to all the CORRAL who helped us get this far. However, there's still much to do! We are working all to prepare the farm for the girls in the fall. There's plenty of time and lots of ways you can help.
Register to via Activate Good Today: https://www.corralriding.org/events/
CORRAL is putting down new roots in Raleigh - join them in building their barn and program space! Your support will help get the farm ready for students and horses in time for the 2024-25 program year. This is a dynamic project - depending on when you join in, you may be framing walls, installing insulation, setting posts, and more. Experience with construction is awesome, but not required.
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"The supportive environment and the opportunity to work with horses helped me develop confidence and resilience."
DJ's childhood was tainted with instability and trauma, including constantly moving from home to home, bullying, and severe abuse. She was in desperate need of support and structure when she found CORRAL.
Now a rising sophomore at Appalachian State University majoring in social work, DJ has applied her lessons of resilience, determination, and perseverance to become a successful student.
DJ has a deep desire to return to CORRAL, either as a volunteer or an employee.
"I've also learned to recognize when I need to step back and take a breath, thanks to the lessons I learned at CORRAL."
Before CORRAL, Pressley was involved in unhealthy relationships, which led her to experience a few traumatic events, and she also struggled to navigate her emotions when feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Now, Pressley has rebuilt her relationships with her family, is engaged, and is working towards her dreams.
She hopes to start her own organization, like CORRAL, but with dogs. She wants to create a safe and supportive environment for animals and humans to thrive and heal like she was able to do.
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@corralridingnc CORRALโs 3rd Grow & Bloom Gala was absolutely wonderful! We loved celebrating 15 years with our amazing CORRAL Champions ๐งก Everyone loved spinning on @sparkphotobooth 360 booth! ๐ท Special thanks to our amazing community and volunteers and @guidedimpact for all the work they put into making this event flawless! โจ #repost #growandbloomwithus #galanight #growandbloomgala #cary #nc #fundraiser #nonprofit #CORRAL #fortheNEXT15
COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS! 24 TO GO! โจ๐ฅ We hope to see to see you at our 3rd Annual Grow and Bloom Gala! Join us for dinner, drinks, and stories of transformation! Visit the link in our bio to RSVP or donate now! . . #growandbloomgala #growandbloomwithus #annualgala #nonprofitgala #CORRAL #carync #rsvpnow #donate
a little #ASMR while walking around the farm ๐ a moment of #gratitude on this sunny day โ๏ธ what are you grateful for this #spring ? . . . . . #springequinox #happyspring #CORRAL #horsesofinstagram #firstdayofspring #springhassprung #blueskies #sunnydays #farmlife
๐ฅณ Congrats Christina Lashley on another amazing year with CORRAL. Your journey from student to alumni to now being a highly valued staff member has been a joy to watch. You never cease to amaze us with your hard work and dedication to making yourself and the world around you a better place. Your speech at last year's gala moved us all. Continue being a shining light for others on their path of transformation. ๐ See more about Christina's Story and other highlights on our Grow & Bloom Gala event page: https://corralriding.org/growandbloomgala/ . #congrats #workanniversay #nonprofit #npf
๐ช We went to the circus y'all! ๐คน๐พโโ๏ธ For 3 of our girls, this was their first time going to the circus! ๐คฉ Incentives like field trips to the circus or museums help keep them motivated. ๐ช As CORRAL celebrates 15 years, we are so inspired to see an amazing group like the UniverSoul Circus celebrating 30 years! ๐๏ธ We had a blast and hope we can go again next year! ๐ช . #fieldtrip #universoulcircus #happyanniversary #30years #CORRAL #15years #diversity #blackacrobats #dei #clownsofcolor
"We asked our students what they see in their future ๐ฎ We are so proud to hear about their hopes and dreams, we just had to share! ๐ค๐งก๐ด Our herd has some high aspirations and are learning techniques from CORRAL to achieve these goals The future is bright โจ What do you see in YOUR future? . #CORRALgirls #sucessmindset #brightfuture #crystalball #FutureLeaders #FutureChampions #inspiring "
Spreading joy and building futures this holiday season! ๐โจ Join CORRAL Riding Academy in the spirit of #giving, as we celebrate #hope, empowerment, and the boundless possibilities for our girls. Wishing you all a season filled with warmth and smiles! โค๏ธ๐ . . . . . #CORRAL #CORRALCares #SeasonOfHope #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays
like mother, like daughter ๐งก CORRAL is not a โquick-fixโ we believe in creating long lasting impact that will ripple through generations โจ Donate today for a brighter tomorrow ! #legacybuilding #family #CORRAL #community
๐ CALL A PALOOZA ! Our team is hard at work calling all CORRAL CHAMPIONS โจ if you get a friendly call or voicemail say hi! Your heartfelt gifts support 131 girls, 17 horses, and 2 farms ๐งก #donate todayComment your favorite smiley if this video made you laugh ๐ ๐ ๐ . #champions #nonprofit #fundraising #cary #CORRAL #farmlife #horselover #silly #funny #horses #twofarms #onemission
15 years . 523 girls . 160,000+ hours ๐งก teamwork makes the dream workโwhat do you think we can accomplish in the next 15 years ? ? #teamwork #community #dreamwork #corral #nowhiring #cary #companyculture #staffparty #givingseason #nonprofit #happyholidays #impact
On this #GivingTuesday, we give thanks ๐งก We are grateful to our #volunteers who #give so much of their time and talents to our youth. And we are grateful to our #donors who give much-needed resources to support our youth. Every gift counts. ๐งก Our girls light up when they think about supporters like you because they realize the community is ALL IN too! You believe in them and CORRALโs mission too. Thank you for 15 years and counting! #grateful #donatetoday #thankful
1๏ธโฃ5๏ธโฃ years and counting! Since 2008, Corral Riding Academy has been on a remarkable journey.Our impact is more than just numbers; itโs the stories of #transformation, resilience , and #dreams coming true. Weโve had the privilege of walking alongside 523 amazing students. Each one a testament to the power of #hope, #growth, and second chances.Learn more about our mission online at www.CorralRiding.org
Our Executive Director Joy & Ripley are working together to develop his confidence and capacity for building healthy relationships! ๐ด CORRAL partners with rescued horses that can relate to the trauma that our youth has undergone. When Ripley came to us he had been abused and undernourished. CORRAL humans utilize the natural horsemanship approach and communication that allows our horses to become better partners for our youth and, in turn, allows them to also heal. ๐ด Our horses undergo their own journey training in the different levels of this approach before being ready to be equine partners in our program. ๐ด Joy & Ripley are deepening their human-horse connection through building rapport and mutual understanding. ๐๐ด . . . . . . . . . #naturalhorsemanship #naturallifemanship #equestrian #equestrainlife #horses #horsemagic #farmlife #growandbloomwithus #horselove #equine #equineassistedtherapy #equineassistedlearning
โThatโs the thing about the CORRAL community, the CORRAL community always shows up. It is a community that walks with our girls all through their middle and high school years so that they can create stories of resilience and flourishing. To end cycles of intergenerational trauma and end cycles of systemic marginalization in our community. In 2008 we started this program with one horse and one girl and since then we have served over 460 young women in our community. Weโve been pursuing this vision for 14 years and we do not plan to stop until the work is done. All of your giving tonight goes towards our mission and you are the reason this mission is possible, so I want to thank you.โ - Founder, Joy Currey . . . . . . . . . ๐ฅ cred: Oak City Productions #growandbloomwithus #storiesinmotion #corralcommunity #springgala #resilience #equineassistedtherapy #socialjustice #cantstopwontstop #missiondriven #thankyou #sharethispost
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