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resonates with us.” After the Lisbon Volun- teer Fire Company reviewed the renderings designed by Blackburn Architects, P.C., and saw that DEFHR planned only to update the building as opposed to making drastic changes the Fire Company entered into the purchase agreement that has DEFHR’s move-in date slated for the summer of 2021. Te firehouse’s existing banquet hall will be
transitioned into a larger classroom, which will help expand the demographic that DEFHR reaches by accommodating partnerships with higher-education institutions, such as provid- ing hands-on or situational learning for veteri- nary and law students. Te lobby of the build- ing will evolve into a welcome center where school groups and public tours will begin. In addition to focusing on new partner-
ships, with an emphasis on access and edu- cation, Ochoa hopes that DEFHR will play a part in promoting agricultural tourism throughout Maryland by evolving DEFHR into a must-visit destination for hands-on, family-friendly experiences. Te vision for the new space is akin to a state-of-the-art destination similar to an aquarium or science center. She envisions having interactive, tactile displays that allow for an immersive, educa- tional experience before groups continue the
The transformation of the Lisbon Volunteer Fire Company’s building next door will allow for larger classrooms enabling DEFHR to offer hands-on educational opportunities for higher-education institutions to further build awareness of equine and environmental welfare.
has no plans to slow down the continued devel- opment and implementation of creative educa- tional curriculum, both hands-on and virtual. At the same time, she’s cognizant that DEFHR
tour throughout the property.
One Part Of The Solution Tough the expansion to the Lisbon Volunteer
Fire Company building is months away, Ochoa
is only one part of the solution in advancing equine welfare and playing a role in supporting Maryland’s agricultural tourism industry. DE- FHR’s strategic plan includes nurturing rela- tionships with other non-profit groups that have similar missions and will help build awareness and contribute to the education of equine and environmental welfare. Ochoa notes that DEFHR is unique among equine rescues because the organization has been able to effectively navigate a leadership succession from its founder seven years ago while maintaining an existing donor base. She credits the strong team around her for the organization’s achievements and believes that because it has managed a successful transition once, she knows it will be set up for success when the time comes for her to pass the baton. “Our vision is lofty, and this year has cer-
tainly been a challenge, as it has for so many businesses, organizations, and individuals,” stated Ochoa. “However, I’d be remiss if I didn’t express my sincere excitement for our plans and immense gratitude to everyone who has played a part in our success to date. I
have no doubt that the future of equine welfare is evolving for the better and I’m so grateful that our organization can be an active partici- pant in the solution.”
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