It’s a new record at Ironstone Farm: our newest Volunteer of the Month has been with us for just one month! Martha Tassinari may be new to our volunteer team, but she’s no stranger to Ironstone. Earlier this year, she was one of the all-star team members in our project with Harvard’s Community Action Partners, lending her expertise to help us strengthen our programs.
Since stepping into her volunteer role, Martha has impressed everyone with her warmth, dedication, and quick learning. Staff describe her as “inspiringly enthusiastic and thoughtful,” “super kind and quick to help,” and “so awesome with the riders.” Whether she’s supporting a lesson or jumping in to lend a hand behind the scenes, Martha brings kindness, passion, and a can-do spirit that make her an instant part of the herd.
We’re so grateful for the energy and heart you bring, Martha — and we can’t wait to see the difference you’ll make in the months ahead!
GET TO KNOW MARTHA
Years of service / Total volunteer hours
1 month / 8.5 hours
How did you discover Ironstone Farm?
I was fortunate to discover Ironstone and our amazing team through a project affiliated with the Harvard Business School Community Action Partner program.
What is your fondest memory you have from volunteering?
I have had so many moments of pure joy over these past weeks. Here are some: chatting with clients about Disney and Bluey while they stood tall riding along the trail; squeegeeing Romeo and watching Enzo shake the water off after a downpour; listening to Katie’s superb elephant trumpeting while our toddler client warmed to riding; and appreciating the staff’s eagerness to teach and welcome me to the team.
What does Ironstone Farm mean to you?
Changing lives each day. A community of people who care about others–clients, horses, little kiddos, our team–and use their talents to make lots of positive things happen.
Thank you, Martha, for exemplifying our mission and values in all you do!