Saddle Up

“Line 11a explanation - the treasurer thoroughly reviews the 990. It is then e-mailed to the board, and they are given a specific amount of time to ask questions prior to the return being finalized.”

“Annual disclosure. We review the policy with the board annually and monitor compliance with the written document. Board members are expected to communicate if any conflict arises and recuse themselves when a conflict does arise. We maintain a checklist of who has complied and contact those who have not completed the forms.”

“The saddle up! Board reviews comparable wages in the market and field. They factor in experience and knowledge required.”

“The documents are made available upon request.”

“We bring that mission to life by providing year-round evidence-based programs on our 34acre farm near franklin tn. Saddle up! Is middle tennessee's oldest and largest path international premiere accredited riding center exclusively serving children and youth. Our center provides services to children and youth diagnosed with over 50 different types of disabilities from age 2 through their 24th birthday. In 2019, 206 participants from 11 counties were part of the saddle up! Family. Our path international standards ensure excellence in business, programs, volunteer management, equine welfare, human resources, and development and stewardship of donor gifts. We are proud of those distinctions because they ensure that our children are receiving the benefits of a truly impactful and safe program. Research indicates that horseback riding helps children with mobility challenges gain increased balance, muscle control and strength. Children with cognitive challenges can improve concentration, recognition, vocabulary and task completion, while bonding with a horse can improve personal relationships, patience and behavior among children with psychological or emotional disabilities. Our programs are delivered and administered by credentialed and trained professionals: twelve full-time staff, twenty part-time and substitute instructors and therapists, and over 500 volunteers. Twenty-seven therapy horses and our unique environment motivate, move and engage our children unlike any institutional therapy could. Foundational is the support of a broad base of 747 community donors who provide funding that allows us to deliver the programming that transforms our children into more fully realized individuals. Some rides should never end this is one of them.”

“Accrual to cash conversion in prior year to agree to audited financial statements. Per the 2020 form 990 instructions a request for accounting method change is no longer required.”

“Compensation saddle up! Reimburses an unrelated organization for personnel costs (wages, payroll taxes and benefits) including officer compensation. While saddle up! Does not issue w-2's, the 990 reflects the actual expense paid to reimburse the unrelated organization for its employees.”