Dear Friend,

Long before a child discovers the confidence to speak, before a Veteran finds a moment of peace, before a horse gently nudges someone toward hope, someone chooses to care.

That someone is you.

Because of you, a child who struggled to trust found the courage to open up while standing beside a gentle horse.

Because of you, a Veteran discovered a place where they could simply breathe, reconnect, and begin to heal.

Because of you, more than 1,800 children, Veterans, adults facing mental health challenges, first responders, seniors, and people with disabilities experienced hope, healing, and connection at MKE Urban Stables this year.

Healing begins long before anyone enters the stable. It begins with someone who believes every person deserves the opportunity to heal. Whether you volunteered your time, made a financial gift, attended one of our events, sponsored a horse, or simply shared our story with a friend, you became part of someone's healing journey.

As we look ahead, we know more lives are waiting to be changed.

Every week, children arrive carrying anxiety and uncertainty. Veterans come seeking connection after years of bearing burdens that few can understand. Families search for a place where they feel safe and accepted. Our horses are ready to meet them with patience, trust, and quiet compassion and support them on their healing journey. Are you? 



Your gift, of any size, will provide hope, strengthen our community, and make you an essential part of someone’s healing journey. 

With your continued support, we'll be ready for every person who walks into our stable.

Your gift to our Annual Fund helps care for our remarkable therapy horses, supports dedicated staff and volunteers, maintains a safe and welcoming environment, and ensures our programs remain available to those who need them most.

Thank you for believing in MKE Urban Stables and for making this extraordinary work possible.

Together, we are creating a stronger, healthier, more compassionate Milwaukee—one hoofbeat at a time.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Mary McIntosh

Executive Director

P.S. The next breakthrough is already waiting to happen. With your support, another child will find confidence. Another Veteran will find peace. Another family will discover hope. Thank you for making those moments possible.