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LOPE helps at-risk racehorses find second careers, while inspiring young people through horsemanship education.

Values

Inspired by the classical horsemanship philosophy of Tom Dorrance, Ray Hunt and others, our work is guided by eight core values.
Why We Do What We Do

Programs

LOPE helps at-risk racehorses find second careers, while inspiring young people through horsemanship education.

How We Do What We Do

Support

LOPE is a 501(c)(3) Texas charity and relies solely upon the generous support of our donors to carry out our mission.

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LOPE Texas (LoneStar Outreach to Place Ex-Racers)
LOPE Texas (LoneStar Outreach to Place Ex-Racers)

Looks like a fantastic show today!! Entries for Eventing and Dressage tests on Saturday ARE FULL! Hunters, Western Versatility Trail, Western, Dressage Suitability Rail, and In Hand classes open for registration during the show today -- so it's not too late to join the fun, if you want to still ride in the show. Ride times are attached. Hope to see everyone there! This show is looking like an awesome day, with fun riders, great classes, fun raffle items AND good weather!! ... See MoreSee Less

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LOPE Horses

These are the LOPE horses either currently in the LOPE Academy, rehabilitating or up for adoption. View all

LOPE Blog

Recent posts from the blog featuring posts about the LOPE horses, horsemanship and other Tales from the LOPE Ranch.

LOPE Internship Spring Drive

April 5th, 2019

Due to popular demand, LOPE is ready to expand our internship education program! LOPE wants to offer several new internships for both the summer and fall semesters. We’ve set a [...]

LOPE Barn Project Fundraiser

October 16th, 2018

The LOPE barn needs some repairs and upgrades by November! LOPE always has rehab horses and older racing warriors during the winter months. Last year, our barn was constantly full [...]

2018 LOPE Show Raffle!

September 7th, 2018

The 2018 LOPE Benefit Show Raffle features fun, high-value items and is a super easy way to support LOPE! 2X Treaty Oak Packages Bottles of the premium Treaty Oak Spirits, including [...]

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