Lunch: How I ended up sitting in President Carters Chair!

Patricia "Pat" Sayler is a dedicated community leader, equine therapy advocate, and longtime member of the Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs. Throughout her years of Rotary service, she has exemplified the organization's guiding principle of Service Above Self, contributing her time, expertise, and leadership to initiatives that strengthen communities throughout Monroe County and beyond.  

Pat has also devoted much of her professional life to improving the lives of individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, and developmental challenges through equine-assisted services. She served as Executive Director of Equi-librium, Inc., a nonprofit therapeutic riding and carriage driving center in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, for more than two decades, leading the organization from its early years into one of the region's premier equine-assisted therapy programs.  

Through her work at Equi-librium, Pat helped expand opportunities for children and adults to experience the healing and empowering benefits of therapeutic horseback riding. Her leadership has been recognized throughout the industry, and she has been described as an early pioneer in equine-assisted services whose innovative approach, commitment to safety, and dedication to professional standards helped shape the field nationally.  

Within the Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs, Pat has been actively involved in the club's foundation and grant programs, helping direct resources to organizations and projects that make a meaningful difference in the community. Her efforts have supported education, health, human services, and numerous local initiatives that improve the lives of others.  

Whether through Rotary, philanthropy, or her lifelong commitment to healing through horses, Pat is known for her compassion, vision, and unwavering dedication to serving others. Her work continues to inspire those around her and demonstrates the powerful impact of combining professional expertise with a genuine passion for community service