Hunkapi

What Hunkapi does

Hunkapi Programs, Inc. (operating as Hunkapi Farms / Hunkapi Programs) is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1999, originally spun out of therapeutic-riding research conducted at Arizona State University on children with AD/HD and autism. The organization operates a 10-acre therapeutic farm housing a herd of more than 30 horses (31 of them classified as therapeutic horses) and delivers equine-assisted therapy and mindfulness-based somatic programs. Its service portfolio spans core clinical offerings — therapeutic riding, equine-assisted psychotherapy, counseling and life skills, and emotional regulation — alongside specialized verticals for first responders and veterans (under the Earl Page Cooper Scholarship), addiction recovery, corporate team building, cancer patients, domestic violence survivors, and children of single parents. Programs are led by Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH)-certified instructors and licensed therapists, supported by an experienced volunteer base, with the farm also hosting summer horse camps, farm tours, and yoga sessions.

Revenue is generated through a multi-stream nonprofit model rather than a single pricing model: general fund donations (qualifying for the Arizona Tax Credit for Qualifying Charitable Organizations), tiered horse and farm animal sponsorship programs ($40 to $6,000), three named scholarship funds (Earl Page Cooper, Margot – A Helping Hand, Limitless Possibilities), commemorative Legacy Bricks ($50 to $1,000), fee-based therapeutic services, and venue rentals across three differentiated spaces (the Manna Lawn, Rejuvenation Lounge, and Mesquite Grove). Annual events — including the Open Your Heart Gala, Christmas at the Farm, and the Drag & Pony Show — function simultaneously as fundraising mechanisms and community marketing channels. Hunkapi is not venture-backed, has no parent entity, and reports through Candid (Platinum Seal of Transparency, 2024) and Charity Navigator (Three-Star Rating); financials are not publicly disclosed and 2025 marks the organization's 26th year of continuous service.

Name

Hunkapi

Legal name

Hunkapi Programs, Inc.

Website

https://hunkapi.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hunkapi Programs, Inc. is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating a 10-acre therapeutic horse farm that delivers equine-assisted therapy, psychotherapy, and mindfulness-based somatic programs to children and adults with autism, AD/HD, trauma, addiction, and PTSD, as well as to first responders, veterans, and corporate teams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Equine-Assisted Therapy and Mental Health Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Support Activities for Animal Production (11521), Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (81291)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Horse Boarding, Livery & Stable Operations (AFAEAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Equine Rehabilitation, Layup & Retirement Facilities (AFAEAGAJ)

Keywords

• Equine-assisted therapy
• Therapeutic riding programs
• Mindfulness somatic therapy
• Nonprofit wellness services
• Emotional regulation therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Scottsdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: General fund donations from community members supporting farm operations. The organization qualifies for Arizona Tax Credit for Qualifying Charitable Organizations, allowing dollar-for-dollar tax credits for donors.
2. Horse Sponsorship Programs: Monthly and one-time sponsorship of therapeutic horses with various tier levels from $100 to $6,000
3. Farm Animal Sponsorship: Sponsorship of hens, pigs, and goats with levels ranging from $40 to $500
4. Venue Rentals: Rental of farm venues including The Manna Lawn, Rejuvenation Lounge, and Mesquite Grove for events, weddings, baby showers, corporate meetings, and retreats
5. Legacy Brick Purchases: Sale of commemorative bricks with Mini Founder Brick ($50), Pony Founder Brick ($100), Horse Founder Brick ($250), and Draft Founder Legacy Brick ($1,000)
6. Therapeutic Services: Fee-based therapeutic riding, counseling, and equine-assisted psychotherapy services for clients with various diagnoses
7. Event Revenue: Annual Open Your Heart Gala and Christmas at the Farm event revenue including ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hunkapi operates a 10-acre therapeutic horse farm in Scottsdale, Arizona delivering equine-assisted therapy, therapeutic riding, and mindfulness-based somatic programs to children and adults with autism, AD/HD, PTSD, addiction, and emotional disorders. The nonprofit supplements clinical services with venue rentals, scholarship-funded access programs, and signature fundraising events.

Product overview

Hunkapi is a nonprofit therapeutic horse farm and wellness organization offering mindfulness-based, somatic healing programs primarily through equine-assisted therapies. The organization operates as a unified service ecosystem combining therapeutic riding, psychotherapy, counseling, and life skills programs—each utilizing the bond between humans and horses as a catalyst for positive growth. Services include core therapeutic programs (Therapeutic Riding, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Counseling and Life Skills, Emotional Regulation), specialized populations (First Responders, Addiction Recovery, Team Building), and youth programming (Summer Horse Camps). The farm also functions as an event venue with three distinct rental spaces (Manna Lawn, Rejuvenation Lounge, Mesquite Grove) and hosts signature fundraising events including the annual Open Your Heart Gala and Christmas at the Farm. Financial support is facilitated through multiple donation mechanisms including horse sponsorship campaigns and three dedicated scholarship funds (Earl Page Cooper, Margot - A Helping Hand, and Limitless Possibilities).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Earl Page Cooper Scholarship: A scholarship dedicated in memory of Earl Page Cooper providing private therapy and support for first responders and veterans through equine-assisted services.
• Margot - A Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
• Limitless Possibilities Scholarship Fund

Products and services

• Therapeutic Riding Equine-assisted therapeutic riding program for children and adults with autism, AD/HD, emotional disorders, and other diagnoses, delivered by PATH-certified instructors.
• Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Psychotherapy services incorporating horses as co-therapists to address trauma, emotional regulation, and mental health challenges.
• Counseling and Life Skills Therapeutic counseling combined with life skills development using equine-assisted modalities.
• Emotional Regulation Program Program teaching individuals to understand and manage emotional responses through somatic experiences with horses.
• First Responders Program Specialized equine-assisted therapy for first responders and veterans addressing PTSD and trauma, including psychoeducation on somatic effects of traumatic exposure.
• Addiction Recovery Program Therapeutic program serving individuals with addiction disorders using horses and mindfulness-based somatic experiences.
• Team Building Experience

Quantifiable outcome

• Children with AD/HD and autism showed greater self-esteem, reduced depression, and reduced anxiety through therapeutic riding
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHunkapi programs are led by PATH-certified Instructors, therapists and experienced volunteers. PATH International sets standards for therapeutic horseback riding and provides certification for instructors.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• EAGALA (Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association): The leading international professional association setting standards for equine-assisted psychotherapy and personal development. Comparable as the industry body that defines the modality Hunkapi practices, and a source of certified practitioners for the broader market.

Others

• PATH International (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship): Industry association whose certified instructors deliver Hunkapi's programs. PATH International accredits and supports hundreds of equine-assisted services centers like Hunkapi across the U.S., and serves as a network and quality-standards partner.

Direct peers

• BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center: Illinois-based nonprofit providing equine-assisted therapy and horsemanship to veterans, first responders, at-risk youth, and individuals with disabilities. Directly comparable in mission, target populations, and nonprofit funding model.
• Mane Stream: New Jersey-based nonprofit offering equine-assisted therapy, adaptive riding, and hippotherapy. Comparable in therapeutic scope (mental and physical), PATH-certified staffing model, and donation-plus-fee revenue mix.
• Great and Small: Maryland-based nonprofit providing equine-assisted therapy and adaptive riding to children and adults with disabilities. Closely aligned in target populations, clinical delivery model, and community-funded revenue structure.
• Strides Therapy: Equine-assisted therapy nonprofit offering adaptive riding and mental health programs. Comparable in clinical scope, nonprofit funding model, and use of PATH-certified professionals to deliver therapeutic outcomes.
• BINA Farm Center: New York-area nonprofit providing equine-assisted services for individuals with disabilities and mental health needs. Directly comparable in therapeutic mission, equine-assisted psychotherapy modality, and donor-dependent funding.
• Chastain Horse Park: Atlanta-based nonprofit offering therapeutic riding, hippotherapy, and equine-assisted learning. Comparable in operating model — nonprofit, PATH-certified, serving special needs populations — and in combining therapeutic programs with public-facing events.
• Stable Possibilities: Ohio-based nonprofit delivering equine-assisted therapy and adaptive horsemanship. Comparable in mission, therapeutic riding focus, and community/donation-based funding model.
• Take the Reins: Sacramento-based nonprofit offering therapeutic riding and equine-assisted programs for at-risk youth and individuals with disabilities. Comparable in target populations, nonprofit governance, and reliance on volunteers and donations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/hunkapiprograms
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hunkapi-programs-inc

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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