Meet Our Staff
Elizabeth Todd
CEO / Program Director
Elizabeth Todd has been involved with horses since she was eight years old. She holds a Master's Degree in Teaching and is certified through PATH International as a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning. She is also certified through Eagala as an Equine Specialist. Since 2014, Elizabeth has worked in the fields of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Services, and Therapeutic/ Adaptive Riding. She joined Faith Equestrian in September 2021 with her Goldendoodle Raphael, and RJ, a registered AQHA working cow horse.
Ansley Schweiger
Barn Manager / Instructor / Grants & Giving
Ansley Schweiger grew up in Savannah and recently graduated from Georgia Southern University with her BA focusing in Business, Non-profit Management, and Psychology. She has been working with and riding horses for almost 12 years. She began volunteering with Faith Summer of 2021 and then began instructing the able-bodied lessons Fall of 2021. Ansley also spent time being a swim instructor to individuals with special needs. She is currently working towards completing the certification through PATH International as a Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.
Marisa Helmerichs
Barn Helper
Marisa Helmerichs joined the FETC staff in January of 2022 through B & B Care Services Support Employment Program. The program provides individuals with disabilities specialized training and job coaching to be successful and hireable employees. Marisa is crucial in helping to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for our horses. She is very hardworking and dependable. Her favorite horses at Faith are Teddy & Cody and when not at Faith, she enjoys spending time with her kittens.
Lettie
Lesson Supervisor / Rodent Control
Lettie joined the FETC staff in 2014. He is a favorite with the kids. Read more about this beloved member of our staff by viewing Lettie's bio.
