A Friday that stays with you.
More than an afternoon
A place to be known, just as you are.
There is something special about Fridays at GAIT. Veterans arrive, familiar faces greet one another, stories are shared, and sometimes no words are needed at all.
Our horses bring people together, but it’s the friendships that keep them coming back. Certified instructors, an occupational therapist, and mental health professionals are part of the afternoon—not just to offer guidance, but to listen, share a laugh, or simply be present.
And then we eat together. Around that table, the titles, ranks, and expectations disappear. What remains is a community of people who understand one another.
No pressure. No expectations. Just a place to belong.
Honoring Major Tom Witter
Our Veterans Fellowship began with a gathering to honor Major Tom Witter, a man who believed deeply in the power of bringing veterans together. His friendship, dedication, and spirit helped shape the heart of what this Fellowship has become. Though we lost him in 2026, his legacy lives on in every Friday we gather, every friendship formed, and every veteran who finds a place to belong.
More than horses. More than a program.
It’s the laughter around the lunch table, the friendships that grow without effort, and knowing there’s somewhere you belong. No expectations, no pressure to share your story. Just veterans showing up for one another.
Some things are simply too important to lose
What began as time spent with horses has grown into a community built on trust, friendship, and understanding. Keeping the Fellowship going means preserving a place where veterans can find connection, purpose, and one another.
The 2026 Season Impact
340.5Hours of horse groundwork
$11,190Total program cost
31Friday gatherings
Help keep a place at the table
The 2026 Fellowship cost $11,190 to provide—about $360 for each Friday. Help GAIT build a sustainable 2027 season for veterans and the herd.
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