SADDLE UP
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SADDLE UP is a nonprofit organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, dedicated to providing equine-assisted programs for children and youth with disabilities. With an operating budget of $1.8 million and total revenue of $3.9 million for the 2024 fiscal year, it is the oldest and largest program of its kind in the region, serving nearly 180 participants annually. SADDLE UP is accredited by PATH International and does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue.
Mission Statement
SEE SCHEDULE OSADDLE UP! STARTED AS A DREAM AND LAUNCHED AS A ONE NIGHT A WEEK PROGRAM IN DAYLIGHT AND GOOD WEATHER ONLY FOR 10 STUDENTS. SADDLE UP! IS NOW A YEAR-ROUND PROGRAM THAT WILL SERVE NEARLY 180 CHILDREN/YOUTH THIS YEAR. SADDLE UP! IS THE OLDEST AND LARGEST PROGRAM OF ITS KIND IN THE REGION, AND THE ONLY ONE EXCLUSIVELY SERVING CHILDREN AND YOUTH WHO HAVE DISABILITIES. WE ARE A PREMIER CENTER ACCREDITED BY PATH INTERNATIONAL, THE ORGANIZATION THAT SETS THE STANDARDS FOR SAFETY AND QUALITY IN EQUINE ASSISTED PROGRAMS.
Cause Areas
2
Impaired driving
Patient social services
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SADDLE UP’s budget?
In 2024, SADDLE UP reported an annual operating budget of around $1.8 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does SADDLE UP support?
SADDLE UP supports work in Impaired driving and Patient social services.
Where does SADDLE UP operate?
SADDLE UP is headquartered in Franklin, TN.
Who funded SADDLE UP recently?
In 2025, SADDLE UP received grants from AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, THE BARBARA J MAPP FOUNDATION, and THE STEVEN & LAURIE ESKIND FAMILY FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant SADDLE UP received in 2024?
The largest grant to SADDLE UP in 2024 exceeds $717 thousand.