Jasper Ridge Farm Programs

Jasper Ridge Farm Programs include animal-assisted therapeutic visits and a full-day summer camp. The summer camp is centered on nature-based learning, wellbeing, and hands-on experiences, and is described as being away from screens and pressure. The programs include animal-assisted experiences that involve interactive visits with animals.

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Schedule: Full-day summer camp

Founded in 2009, Jasper Ridge Farm Programs were created with the belief that meaningful connections between people and animals can change lives. The mission of Jasper Ridge Farm Programs is to provide animal-assisted experiences to support the well-being of communities, with programs for local children, teens, and adults. Jasper Ridge Farm values diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as essential to its mission and offers joyful, interactive animal-assisted therapeutic visits for local children, teens, and adults experiencing emotional and physical challenges. The leadership team includes Executive Director Brenda Melton, Development Director Arlo Bushnell, Program Director Nicole Albuerne, Animal Care Manager Allegra Stahl, Horse Care Manager Margaret Block, Board Chair Alex Lopez, Secretary Robb Falconer, Treasurer Steven Manocchio, Member Russ Peterson, DVM, Past Board Chair Kim Griffin, and Member Rachel Lownds.

Last updated August 8, 2026.