B.O.K. Ranch

What B.O.K. Ranch does

B.O.K. Ranch, Inc. is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation and 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that has provided equine-assisted learning to riders of all abilities since its founding in 1984. The organization operates a full inclusion, neurodiverse riding, horsemanship, and vocational program from a private corner of The Horse Park at Woodside, a 272-acre premier equestrian facility in California, serving the San Francisco Bay Area across Santa Clara, San Mateo, San Francisco, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties. Its primary constituency is neurodivergent children, teens, and adults seeking adapted equestrian instruction, alongside Bay Area families with neurotypical children interested in beginner-friendly horsemanship, homeschooled students served via vendorization with IEM Schools/Ocean Grove, and Girl Scout troops seeking badge programming.

The core product portfolio centers on Full Inclusion Riding Lessons delivered in three progressively independent tiers (EqAbility with two side walkers and a handler, BalancedEq with a spotter, and EqWellness for independent riders), capped at four riders per class for individualized attention. Stable Eq is the off-mounted horsemanship prerequisite covering haltering, leading, grooming, and saddling, while a Vocational Program bridges neurodivergent young adults from school to work through daily horse care and stable management, requiring 1:4 instructor-to-participant support. Adjacent programs include Home Schooling & Distance Learning (vendorized through IEM Schools/Ocean Grove under Vendor #IEM21577, covering English and Western riding, trail riding, equine science, and animal stewardship), a Girl Scouts badge program (Daisy through Senior), and the Silicon Valley IEA competitive team participating in Interscholastic Equestrian Association draw-based competition. Operations are delivered in-person, year-round, on the back of eight staff members, a volunteer corps, vocational-program participants, and a 10-horse herd (Nellik, Chase, Drew, Wes, Misty, Flynn, Frosty, Mojo, Opie, and Drifter). The supporting technology stack is minimal: a WordPress website, PayPal donation processing, DocuSign enrollment forms, email newsletters archived back to 1994, and Facebook/Instagram social media. There is no proprietary software platform, API, or AI/ML system.

The revenue model is a hybrid nonprofit mix of program fees, sponsorship, and charitable giving. Horse sponsorship runs $3,500 per horse per year and covers day-to-day care; Girl Scout programs are priced at $85 per scout with tiered group pricing up to 12 scouts; riding lesson fees are not publicly disclosed. Charitable giving is anchored by a single annual #GivingTuesday fundraiser (the day after Cyber Monday) targeting enough funding so each horse is sponsored for the upcoming year, supplemented by a Memorial Fund for veterinary costs (100% pass-through), a brokerage fund for direct stock transfers, and a Legacy/Endowment giving program for planned gifts. Employer matching grants are actively promoted. Marketing is community-led: website, social media, email newsletters, and Bay Area word-of-mouth referrals, with enrollment routed through DocuSign intake packets and the program director's email. The organization holds PATH Intl. (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) membership, signaling adherence to therapeutic horsemanship industry standards.

Name

B.O.K. Ranch

Legal name

B.O.K. Ranch, Inc.

Website

https://bokranch.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

B.O.K. Ranch is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has provided full-inclusion equine-assisted riding lessons, horsemanship classes, and vocational training to neurodivergent children, teens, and adults in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1984.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Therapeutic Equestrian Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYAFAEAGAF

Sport/Show Horse Training & Performance Programs

Agriculture & Food Production/Animal Production & Aquaculture/Equine (Horse) Breeding & Operations

SECONDARYAFAEAGAG

Horse Boarding, Livery & Stable Operations

Agriculture & Food Production/Animal Production & Aquaculture/Equine (Horse) Breeding & Operations

Keywords

• Therapeutic horseback riding
• Equine assisted learning
• Adaptive horsemanship
• Vocational equestrian training
• Special needs riding lessons

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodside

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: B.O.K. Ranch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable donations from the community. The primary annual fundraiser is #GivingTuesday (the day after Cyber Monday). The organization also accepts checks mailed to their PO Box and offers a Memorial Fund for veterinary costs.
2. Horse Sponsorship Program: Community members can sponsor individual horses at B.O.K. Ranch for $3,500 per year. Each horse in the program has a community-based sponsor who helps cover day-to-day care costs including feeding and general upkeep.
3. Riding Lessons and Horsemanship Programs: Revenue generated from enrollment fees for riding lessons, Stable Eq horsemanship classes, and various programs for children, teens, and adults. The vocational program and Girl Scout programs also generate program fees.
4. Girl Scout Program Fees: Girl Scout troops pay $85 per scout for programming. Tiered pricing for troops: 5 scouts ($425), 6 ($510), 7 ($595), 8 ($680), 9 ($765), 10 ($850), 11 ($935), 12 ($1,020).
5. Brokerage Fund / Stock Donations: B.O.K. Ranch maintains a brokerage account allowing donors to transfer stock shares directly to the organization.
6. Legacy / Endowment Giving: The organization accepts planned giving and endowment donations to support B.O.K. Ranch for years to come.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

B.O.K. Ranch provides recreationally based equine assisted learning, including therapeutic horseback riding lessons, horsemanship classes, and vocational training, in a full inclusion environment for riders with and without neurodiversity. Programming is delivered year-round at The Horse Park at Woodside in California and is structured around beginner-friendly adaptive instruction for children, teens, and adults.

Product overview

B.O.K. Ranch operates as a single, unified service offering—a neurodiverse-inclusive equine-assisted learning and riding program. The core portfolio consists of Full Inclusion Riding Lessons (offered in three tiers: EqAbility, BalancedEq, EqWellness), Stable Eq (off-mounted horsemanship prerequisite), and a Vocational Program for neurodivergent adults. Additional programs include Home Schooling & Distance Learning (vendorized through Ocean Grove), a Girl Scouts program, and a Silicon Valley IEA competitive team. The organization also operates Horse Sponsorship, Memorial Fund, Brokerage Fund Giving, and Legacy Giving support programs. All services are recreationally based, full inclusion programs for riders ages 4 through adulthood, delivered year-round at The Horse Park at Woodside.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Full Inclusion Riding Lessons Adaptive horseback riding lessons for riders with and without neurodiversity, offered in three tiers — EqAbility (maximum support with two side walkers and a horse handler), BalancedEq (minimum support with spotter/horse handler for independent control), and EqWellness (independent riders who groom, saddle, and ride without assistance). Maximum of four riders per class ensures individualized attention.
• Stable Eq Off-mounted horsemanship program teaching children how to halter, lead, groom, and saddle horses. Serves as the prerequisite to mounted riding lessons. Available Monday through Thursday, 3pm-5pm year-round, adapted to meet individual student needs with a social recreation component.
• Vocational Program Inclusive vocational training program for neurodivergent adults bridging education and employment. Covers daily living, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills through horse care and stable management. Candidates need 1:4 instructor-to-participant ratio support capability and basic reading/writing skills.
• Home Schooling & Distance Learning Inclusive program for students enrolled in Ocean Grove Home Schooling, vendorized through IEM Schools/Ocean Grove (Vendor number: IEM21577). Covers English riding, Western riding, trail riding, equine science, horsemanship, and animal stewardship with classes created individually.
• Girl Scouts Program Girl Scout troop visits offering horseback riding experiences and badge opportunities at $85 per scout, with tiered group pricing from $425 (5 scouts) to $1,020 (12 scouts). Offers badges including Journey Outdoor, Outdoor Art Maker, Bugs, Horseback Riding, Animal Habitats, Animal Helpers, and Voice for Animals.
• Silicon Valley IEA Team Competitive equestrian team participating in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), a national 501(c)(3) organization. Draw-based team competition format for middle and high school students who can groom, tack up, mount, dismount, walk, trot, and canter independently. IEA distributes $1.5 million in collegiate scholarships annually.
• Horse Sponsorship Program Annual sponsorship of individual horses at B.O.K. Ranch at $3,500 per horse per year. Covers day-to-day care costs including feeding and general upkeep. Current herd includes Nellik, Chase, Drew, Wes, Misty, Flynn, Frosty, Mojo, Opie, and Drifter, each supported by a community-based sponsor.

Quantifiable outcome

• Vision to serve 100+ people each week
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PATH Intl. (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International)coreOthersB.O.K. Ranch holds a membership with PATH Intl., the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. This membership indicates adherence to industry standards for therapeutic horsemanship programs and provides access to best practices and professional development.
• WHOA (Woodside Horse Owners Association)minorOthersWHOA (Woodside Horse Owners Association) sponsors horse Nellik at B.O.K. Ranch. This is a community-based sponsorship relationship supporting the horse care program.
• Starwood EquineminorOthersStarwood Equine sponsors horse Drifter at B.O.K. Ranch as part of the community horse sponsorship program.
• IEM Schools/Ocean GrovecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerB.O.K. Ranch is vendorized by IEM Schools/Ocean Grove (Vendor number: IEM21577) to provide inclusive horsemanship and riding programs for homeschool students. Classes are created on an individual basis covering English riding, Western riding, trail riding, equine science, horsemanship, and animal stewardship.
• The Horse Park at WoodsidecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerB.O.K. Ranch is located in the back of The Horse Park at Woodside, a 272-acre premier equestrian facility. The partnership provides access to world-class equestrian facilities including eight arenas with sand footing, covered arena, dressage courts, cross country courses, and extensive trails. B.O.K. Ranch operates as a tenant in a private corner of the Horse Park.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Forward Stride: Forward Stride is a Pacific Northwest PATH Intl. therapeutic horsemanship nonprofit offering adapted riding, horsemanship, and equine-assisted services. Comparable to B.O.K. Ranch in inclusive programming and nonprofit operating model.
• Strides Therapeutic Horsemanship: Strides is a California-based PATH Intl. therapeutic horsemanship center offering adapted riding and equine-assisted services. Comparable to B.O.K. in mission, nonprofit structure, and instructor-supported lessons for riders with special needs.
• Mane Stream: Mane Stream is a New Jersey-based PATH Intl. therapeutic horsemanship center offering adapted riding and equine-assisted services. Comparable to B.O.K. in inclusive instruction model, vocational programming, and nonprofit community fundraising.
• Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center: Hearts & Horses is a Colorado-based PATH Intl. Premier Accredited therapeutic riding center serving riders with disabilities. Comparable to B.O.K. in adapted lesson delivery, volunteer-driven operations, and multi-decade community presence.
• Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center: Cheff Center is a Michigan-based PATH Intl. therapeutic riding center with multi-decade history serving riders with disabilities. Comparable to B.O.K. in adapted instruction, community fundraising, and PATH Intl. accredited operations.
• BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center: BraveHearts is an Illinois-based PATH Intl. therapeutic riding and educational center serving riders with special needs. Comparable to B.O.K. in inclusive riding programs, vocational/educational extensions, and nonprofit fundraising model.
• REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship Program: REINS is a California-based PATH Intl. therapeutic horsemanship nonprofit serving riders with disabilities. It shares B.O.K. Ranch's core model of adapted riding instruction, 501(c)(3) structure, and reliance on community fundraising.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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