VOLUNTEER PERKS
Record Hours for Rewards
Track the hours you volunteer with Strides using VicNet.
By logging your time, you not only stay aware of the incredible contribution you’re making but also help Strides financially. Each hour you volunteer translates into virtual money, providing financial credit that offsets our operating expenses. These logged hours allow Strides to claim a predetermined value when applying for grants and preparing budgets and financial records. Your tracked hours are vital for planning future needs and accounting for work that would otherwise require paid labor.
To make tracking hours more engaging in 2025, we’re introducing fun competitions with exciting token awards! Categories will include
Categories like:
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the most hours logged each month and year
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the most areas volunteered in each month
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annual achievements.
Prizes will include tokens like:
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coffee gift cards
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car wash vouchers
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gift certificates to local businesses
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items generously donated by local partners.
Year-end recognition certificates and awards are being planned, with nominations from peers collected throughout the season.
Let’s make volunteering even more rewarding while supporting our community!
Monthly Recognition Drawing
Earn Recognition just by showing up to volunteer!
Every time you volunteer at Strides, enter your name into our prize jar for a chance to win exciting prizes each month
Volunteer Riding Lessons
Do you want to learn to ride or maybe continue your skills?
As a thank-you for your dedication and hard work, Strides offers discounted riding lessons for our volunteers. Here’s how the program works:
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Eligibility: Volunteers who log at least 10 hours of service are eligible for a discounted riding lesson at half the regular price.
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Availability: These lessons are offered during regular session times when openings are available.
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How It Works: After completing your 10 hours of volunteer time, you can schedule your discounted lesson by contacting our team.
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This offer extends to immediate family members in your household on your hourly credit qualifications, ages 8 and up!
This program is our way of showing appreciation for your commitment while giving you the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of riding and learning more about horsemanship.