Does any of this apply to you?
Why HETRA?
Something for everyone!
New in this fourth installment of our workshop, we have organized the content to cater to unique needs and budgets. Join us for the whole weekend, or build your experience ala carte! Can't make it in person? Don't worry, you can get in on the development virtually.

A great one day, ala carte, option for general non-profit professionals.
8:00 AM - Registration & Check-In
8:30 AM - Tour of Facility and Welcome
9:45 AM - From Burnout to Buy-in: Fostering a Positive Culture
11:00 AM - Effective Communication for Non-Profit Teams
12:00 PM - LUNCH PROVIDED
1:00 PM - TBD
2:15 PM - TBD
3:30 PM - Equine Experience for Professional Development
5:30 PM - Dismiss for Optional Networking Event at a Local Venue
Diving deeper into Equine-Assisted Services topics.
8:30 AM - Registration & Check-In
9:00 AM - Building a Strong Volunteer Team: Boundaries, Expectations and Engagement
10:45 AM - Elevating Equine Welfare & Public Perception of the Herd
11:45 AM - LUNCH PROVIDED
1:00 PM - TBD
2:15 PM - Equine Experience for Professional Development
4:30 PM - EAL Application for Professional Development
5:30 PM - Dismiss

Sunday, October 5th
We have opened Sunday morning for optional one-on-one mentoring with the HETRA staff that best fits your needs. This is a great opportunity for additional development before you hit the road back home! Mentorship also includes limited email communication with your mentor following the workshop.
8:00 - 9:00 AM or 9:00 - 10:00 AM sessions are available.
This opportunity is included with full registration and Sunday registrations.
BONUS
Sunday - Saddle Fit Clinic
Are you an EAS professional attending the workshop who wants to maximize your education?
Come learn a very practical approach to saddle fitting that HETRA uses quarterly to assess our herd. We know a healthy back is imperative for our horses, but buying a fully custom saddle is not practical or within the budget.
What You Can Expect:
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting a variety of saddles to horses of different shapes and sizes.
- Multiple horse/facilitator teams available for clarity and questions.
- Leave the session feeling confident in your ability to feel what properly fitting tack should be!
This opportunity is included with full registration and Sunday registrations.
Interested in Saddle Fit Only? Register Here.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
Options that work for unique goals, budgets and schedules!
$200
Full Workshop
Access to all content!
- Friday and Saturday Sessions
- Sunday one-on-one mentoring, including email follow-up after the workshop with your mentor.
- Sunday Saddle Fit Clinic
$160
Two Day Experience
Choose the two days that work best for you!
- Friday/Saturday
- Saturday/Sunday
$80
One Day Experience
Are you a non profit professional that wants to just join us for Friday?
Are you an EAS professional that can only get away for one day?
Choose Friday, Saturday or Sunday only!
*Sunday includes access to Saddle Fit Clinic
$80
Virtual Experience
Can't make the trek to Gretna? Join us online!
Don't take our word for it... here is what previous workshop attendees have said!

I'd come back anytime. So well done, professional and on point. This was such a well done weekend!

Thanks to your whole team who contributed to this workshop! I look forward to joining more informational
sessions in the future! Also, thanks for offering a virtual option! The HETRA team were very accommodating to allow us [online] to feel part of the workshop...

Thank you for all the educational content you are putting out. HETRA is my go-to for education and CEU's and the first place I look when I need ideas for my own center. Keep up the great work.
Welcome to Gretna!

Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Omaha I-80
16175 Stevens Pointe
Gretna, NE
Comfort Suites - West Omaha
2500 S 192nd Ave
Omaha, NE 68130
Will we get to interact with horses?
I can't be away from my responsibilities for 3 days!
How does the virtual registration work?
Will I get CEU's with this workshop?
Your nonprofit’s success depends on more than passion—it requires strong leadership, sustainable strategies, and a thriving culture. This interactive workshop will help you “level up” every aspect of your organization’s impact.
You’ll walk away with strategies to:
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Lead with intention and inspire confidence in your team and stakeholders.
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Foster a culture of trust and respect that keeps people engaged and committed.
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Strengthen fundraising efforts with practical, results-driven approaches.
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Retain and motivate volunteers to build a dependable support network.
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Deepen community engagement to expand your reach and influence.
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Optimize day-to-day operations for greater efficiency and impact.
Whether you oversee a team, cultivate donors, or manage daily operations, you’ll leave with actionable tools and fresh ideas to help your nonprofit not just survive—but thrive.