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We are privileged to serve kids aged 5-18 and their families free of charge at the ranch.
At​ ​Hope​ ​Reins,​ ​we​ ​believe​ ​hurting​ ​people​ ​need​ ​hope,​ ​especially​ ​hurting​ ​kids. Thousands experience acute crisis in North Carolina every day. Their trauma is a result of difficulties like physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse, neglect, violence, illness, or death of a loved one.
With severe reductions in state-funded mental health and limited accessible services, hurting children and families in our region have few options to pursue healing.
A child experiencing acute crisis needs the foundational elements of healthy relationship: safety and trust. Rescued horses have a unique way of connecting to these needs through their own stories of rescue and restoration. Through establishing a safe and caring relationship, a person of faith and a rescued horse can help the child begin the process of healing.
Since 2010, Hope Reins has helped over 2,400 kids in life crisis from 20 NC counties, SC and VA through our 38-acre ranch, rescued horses and restoration in Christ.
With a fishing pond, wooded trails, a community garden, 4,000 sq. ft. log cabin, and 17 rescued horses, the ranch is a beautiful and safe refuge.
Hurting kids connect with our horses because most are rescued from heartbreaking backgrounds of abuse themselves.

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Meet our newest horse–Millie! Millie was rescued after nearly starving when she was young. She regained her strength and became a hunter/jumper. Then she was injured after getting trapped in a trailer. Learning to trust again took time and patient care. Today, this gentle 15-year-old Haflinger mare has a new home at Hope Reins. Imagine being a child who’s had a hard time trusting again and hearing Millie’s story. You get to meet her, spend time with her, and discover how good it feels when she starts to trust you, too. We pray that, through moments like these, kids at the ranch will experience the love of Jesus and begin to believe that healing is possible for them. If you’d like to help more kids take those steps, you can give through the link in our bio. #horses #equineministry #equinetherapy #horsesofinstagram #horseoftheday

Thinking about becoming a Stable Steward? Hear directly from a parent whose family feels the impact of monthly giving. This gratitude card was written to one of our Stable Stewards. Her words offer a glimpse of what your monthly support could mean to a family at Hope Reins. Become a Stable Steward for as little as $5 a month. When you give monthly, you help provide a consistent place where kids who have experienced trauma can build trusted relationships, experience the love of Jesus, and take courageous steps toward healing. And through October 31, a generous friend of Hope Reins will give an additional $100 when you become a Stable Steward! This opportunity is available for up to 30 new or increased monthly commitments combined. Would you consider becoming a Stable Steward before the deadline? Your faithful support can become part of another family’s story of gratitude. Join at hopereins.org/stewards.

A pile of leaves. A burst of laughter. Space to simply be a kid. That’s part of what makes Fall Festival at Hope Reins so special. Between pumpkin painting, s’mores, and trips through the leaf pile, there are opportunities to experience something every child deserves: safety, connection, and joy. For children whose lives have been disrupted by trauma and crisis, relaxing into play isn’t always easy. Having a trusted mentor nearby and space to enjoy the moment can mean so much. You can help make these moments possible for as little as $5 a month. Become a Stable Steward, our monthly giving community. Help kids return week after week to connect with a caring mentor and a rescued horse, build resilience, and experience the love of Jesus. Always free to their families. Give kids room to laugh and space to heal. Become a Stable Steward through the link in our bio. #HopeReins #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses #EquineMinistry #EquineTherapy

Healing takes time. And for kids who have experienced trauma, having a safe place to return to week after week can make all the difference. Our founder, Kim Tschirret, has a special invitation for you! When you become a Stable Steward, your monthly gifts help create opportunities for kids to experience the love of Jesus and find hope and healing. And right now, a generous friend will give an additional $100 for every new Stable Steward, up to 30 new or increased monthly commitments! Visit the link in our bio to become a Stable Steward.

“I’m SO BRAVE!” For a little girl who once said, “I’m not good enough,” those words meant so much. When Sloane arrived at Hope Reins, anxiety made everyday tasks and connecting with peers difficult. Week by week, her mentor, Emma, has reminded her of this truth: she is wonderfully made in God’s image and deeply loved by Him. Recently, they caught a fish together. They stayed calm, took it off the hook and then came Sloane’s joyful declaration. In that moment, Sloane recognized her own courage. Growth like this takes time, through trusted relationships and small moments like this. Become a Stable Steward for as little as $5 a month. Right now, a generous friend will give an additional $100 for every new monthly donor who joins, up to 30. Visit the link in our bio to join today. #Horses #EquineTherapy #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horse

Thinking about starting an equine mentorship ministry? Hear from leaders taking that step. Seven Hope Reins Academy learners and their families traveled from six states for our first-ever Academy Gathering Day this past Saturday! Each is preparing to open a ranch or has recently opened, and our time together made room for both practical learning and honest questions. We went behind the scenes of sessions with a horse, spent time in Q&A with our founder, Kim Tschirret, and talked through the hurdles of starting a ministry. And we’d love for you to hear about the experience in their own words. Swipe to read reflections from three of our learners. If you or someone you know is interested in starting or strengthening an equine mentorship ministry, explore the Hope Reins Academy through the link in our bio. Share this with someone who has a heart for this work. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReinsAcademy #Horses #EquineTherapy

When she realized the horse was following her, she smiled. Then she laughed. It was a small moment with so much hope in it. Monica* arrived at Hope Reins quiet and reserved after experiencing abuse. She had one request: a horse who enjoyed being scratched. Enter Peter, our gentle Leopard Appaloosa. On their first day together, he followed her across the paddock to the gate as she was leaving, and that’s when her face lit up. Now, as Monica cares for Peter, she and her mentor talk about trust. Her mentor notices a calm settle over her. Little by little, she is discovering that strength can also be safe. Healing like this takes time. Monthly donors help children return week after week to build trust and grow in resilience. And every session is free for their families. Will you join our Stable Stewards with a monthly gift? A generous friend will donate $100 for every new Stable Steward, up to 30 new monthly donors. Your monthly commitment unlocks that extra gift and provides ongoing support for children like Monica. Visit the link in our bio to become a Stable Steward. *Monica’s name & photo have been changed to protect her identity. #HopeReins #StableStewards #EquineMentorship

201 children served. 80 new children welcomed. 65 kids growing through Leadership Collective. 46 graduates celebrated. 61 campers and 26 teens given a summer to remember. 100 children from community partners sponsored for group sessions. 3,400 sessions expected by the end of the year. Every number represents a child. A child learning to trust again. A child discovering they are not alone. A child finding hope and building resilience after trauma. And every session is provided entirely free of charge to children and families. Read our 2026 Gratitude Report at the link in our bio to see what this community has made possible. Which number stands out to you? #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses #EquineMinistry

We’re cheering on our favorite 2026 Stanley Cup champions, the Carolina Hurricanes, as they open the season at home against the Florida Panthers tonight! Thank you, Jaccob Slavin, for sharing this unforgettable moment with the Stanley Cup. And thank you, Hurricanes for showing the kids at Hope Reins what resilience and hope look like on the ice and in life!

For eight-year-old Raven, healing began with knowing she belongs. After her parents’ separation and the devastating loss of her father, Raven’s grief surfaced as depression, anger and debilitating anxiety. Then she found a safe place at Hope Reins. Over the past year, Raven has slowly built trust with her mentor, Linda. With Linda’s steady presence and a gentle horse named Sammy beside her, Raven has begun talking about her dad and the pain of losing him. She is learning that it is safe to name what she is feeling and that she does not have to carry her grief alone. A safe place. A caring mentor. A horse beside her. A place to belong. Read Raven’s full story and see what gifts to Hope Reins make possible in our 2026 Gratitude Report: hopereins.org/gratitude. #horses #equinetherapy #equineministry #equinementorship

What do a creative boy and a curious horse have in common? A love of play and, sometimes, a baseball. When Noah first came to Hope Reins, struggles within his family had left him feeling unloved and needing a place to belong. Then he met Deetz. Deetz is strong and wise, the leader of his herd, but he is also the class clown at Hope Reins. He and Noah connected right away. Recently, Noah and his mentor began playing baseball with Deetz, creatively using some plumbing pipe as a baseball bat and a large blue ball. There was laughter, curiosity and the freedom to be silly. But this moment was about more than play. It gave Noah the chance to experience safety. To be himself. To belong to a team. To know he is worthy of love. For a child who has experienced trauma, moments like these can become part of healing. And because of generous donors, children like Noah receive every session at Hope Reins completely free of charge. Help create a safe place where more kids in crisis can find hope and healing. Give through the link in our bio. #HopeReins #Play #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses #EquineMinistry

“Now, she looks forward to every Thursday afternoon.” When this young girl first came to Hope Reins, she was hesitant. Previous therapy had been helpful—but it had also been stressful. She worried that sessions at the ranch might feel the same. Instead, she discovered an open, caring place where she could feel safe, build trusted relationships and receive support as she overcame hurts and built upon her strengths. Her mother’s words above give us a glimpse into the healing taking place in her daughter’s heart. This is God’s love at work. Sessions at Hope Reins are always free for kids and families. Will you help create a safe place where more kids can heal and find hope? Visit the link in our bio to make a one-time gift or join Stable Stewards, our monthly giving community. #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineTherapy #Horses #EquineMinistry

The work of hope and healing often begins long before a child arrives at the ranch. It begins with volunteers willing to show up—even during another very hot week—to care for our horses and keep the ranch beautiful and safe. As Labor Day approaches, we’re especially grateful for our Ranch Hand Volunteers, Equine Care Volunteers and faithful farrier, Lisa. Their work happens mostly behind the scenes, but every child who walks through our gates benefits from it. To each volunteer who labors with such generosity and love for the sake of children finding hope and healing here: thank you. Leave some thanks in the comments to help us celebrate them! #Horses #Volunteers #LaborDay #EquineMinistry #EquineMentorship

Sometimes a child chooses a horse. And sometimes a horse chooses them. Chloe* was quiet and hesitant as she entered the paddock to meet the horses. Then Kody walked right up to her. She completely lit up. As Chloe began leading him around the arena, her shoulders went back. Her head lifted. She carried herself with a confidence her mentor had never seen before. She wasn’t simply leading Kody—she looked like she believed in herself. And Kody calmly followed her lead. For a child carrying the pain of loss and an absent parent, there was something powerful about being chosen. Chloe still has more steps ahead. But now she has a safe mentor and a steady horse beside her as she discovers that she is safe, capable and deeply valued. Your generosity makes moments like this possible. Thank you for helping kids find hope and healing at Hope Reins. *Name changed to protect the child’s privacy. To give hope & healing to a child in crisis, check out the link in our profile. #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineMinistry #Horses #EquineTherapy

When it’s hot at the ranch, sessions get a little wetter. Kids learn how to cool down and care for the horses with a bath…and before long, someone usually finds the super soakers. Mentors get sprayed. Kids get soaked. There’s a whole lot of laughter. And in the middle of all that fun, something beautiful is happening: A child is discovering that the ranch is a safe place to play, laugh, connect and simply be a kid. Because sometimes healing looks like a meaningful conversation beside a horse. And sometimes it looks like a water balloon fight on a hot summer day. #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses #HorseMinistry

There wasn’t an opening for Peyton. Then she met Shiloh. Peyton was 10 when she first came through the gates of Hope Reins. Her family was in crisis, and she needed a safe place to begin healing. But every mentor was already committed to another child. Then, during her tour, she met a little gray pony named Shiloh. “She sniffed my hand,” Peyton remembers. “Her whiskers tickled my fingers.” And standing beside Shiloh was Janiece—a mentor who sensed Peyton’s need and offered to begin meeting with her. God opened a door. This summer, years after that first meeting, Peyton became one of 46 kids recognized at Hope Reins’ very first Graduation for completing the Pathway to Resilience. Her story—and so many more—is inside our new Summer 2026 Hoof Prints newsletter. You’ll also find: Moments from Summer Camp Our first Graduation Hope Reins Academy updates Stories of hope and healing made possible by you Read the Summer Newsletter at the link in our bio. #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineMentorship #Horses #EquineMinistry

At school, Eli* had been rejected. At Hope Reins, the horses chose him. Eli has experienced bullying and changed schools multiple times. But during his very first session, it seemed as though every horse wanted to be his friend. Zeb and Pax followed him around the ranch, watched him closely and chose to stay near. Their quiet welcome offered a message this child deeply needed: You belong here. You are worth knowing. You are not alone. Eli is one of 39 new children beginning sessions at Hope Reins this season, courageously stepping onto the ranch for the very first time with hope. Another 120 session kids are reuniting with beloved mentors and horses to continue their journey of healing. Every child will be welcomed completely free of charge because generous friends make their sessions possible. Help another child take a brave first step toward hope and healing through a one-time gift or monthly Stable Steward commitment. Visit the link in our bio. *Name changed to protect the child’s privacy. #HopeReins #EquineMentorship #HopeAndHealing #Horses

What does it feel like to wait to be seen? Frustrated. Sad. Mad. And what does it feel like when a horse sees you and chooses to connect? Happy. Excited. Loved. During summer camp, children climbed onto a barrel representing Zacchaeus’ tree while a horse represented Jesus walking nearby. As they waited, campers practiced naming their emotions and noticing where they felt them in their bodies—important skills for emotional regulation and healing. But they also experienced an even greater truth: God sees you. God knows you. God loves you. Because of your generosity, children are playing, learning, and healing at Summer Camp while discovering who they are in Christ: Seen. Loved. Chosen. Safe. A Child of God. You are helping these truths take root long after camp ends. Which word would you want every child to believe about themselves? All services at Hope Reins are offered at no cost to children and families. Visit the link in our bio to give or join Stable Stewards. #HopeReins #Horses #EquineMinistry #EquineMentorshipMinistry #EquineMinistry

A huge thanks to our Corporate Champion, @PerformancePrintServices, for helping make Summer Camp possible for the kids at Hope Reins! Because of your support, children in crisis get to experience connection, healing, and hope. Thank you!

A first we’ll never forget. Our very first Hope Reins Graduation was filled with moments we’ll treasure forever. Before the ceremony, each graduate left their handprint on a mural alongside their mentor. As each handprint was added, that mentor paused to pray over them—a simple, powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness throughout their journey. Then we celebrated all God has done as these graduates completed the final step of our Pathway to Resilience, growing in trust, communication, boundaries, and leadership. This wasn’t just a graduation. It was hope made visible. Thank you to everyone who makes moments like these possible. Because of you, children in crisis are discovering they are safe, they are not alone, they matter, and they have a purpose. Help us celebrate this incredible milestone by leaving a word of encouragement for our graduates below! #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #PathwayToResilience #GraduationDay

As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of Independence Day, we’re reminded of the simple joys that make summer special—like horses, freeze pops, and the gift of freedom. At Hope Reins, freedom carries deep meaning here, too. It’s the freedom for kids in crisis to be known, to feel safe, to heal, and to hope. Thank you for helping make that possible for every child who steps onto the ranch. Wishing you a safe and hope-filled Fourth of July!

A safe place can change everything. For Olivia*, Hope Reins became a place where she could bring her grief, anxiety, questions, and courage. Paired with her mentor Julie and her horse Peter, Olivia began learning how to build trust, practice empathy, and lead with clarity. And then something beautiful happened. The leadership she was learning at the ranch started showing up on the soccer field. She practiced more. She prepared for games. She showed up with greater confidence. Her mom, Amanda, shared how much it meant to know Olivia had a consistent place each week where she was known, heard, and cared for. This is what your generosity makes possible. A grieving child feels safe enough to talk. A young girl begins to understand her strength. Hope and healing begin to take root. #HopeReins #TrueHopeRealHealing #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses *Names have been changed to respect the child's privacy.

You did it! Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Hope Reins community, the Heroes for Hope campaign reached its goal. Because of you, horses like Sammy and Zeb will continue receiving the care, training, and support they need to serve children who are walking through trauma, grief, fear, and loss. A child arrives carrying a heavy story. A horse meets them with patience, consistency, and trust. And because this community showed up, those life-changing moments will continue in the year ahead. We’re so grateful for everyone who helped make this possible—and for every person who cares about the mission of Hope Reins. The campaign may be over, but the work of caring for horses and helping children heal continues every day. Thank you for being part of the story. #HeroesForHope #EquineMentorshipMinistry #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #ThankYou

A few hours remain. The Heroes for Hope campaign ends at midnight tonight. We’re thinking about every child who will walk through the gates of Hope Reins in the year ahead. Children carrying grief. Children carrying fear. Children carrying trauma. And we’re thinking about the horses who will be waiting for them. Horses who help children feel safe. Horses who help children learn to trust. Horses who help children discover hope. There’s still time to help provide the care, training, and support these horses need to continue serving children in crisis. If you’ve been considering giving, now is the time. Thank you for helping ensure every child who comes to Hope Reins meets a horse ready to walk beside them. If you’d still like to be part of that story, please make your gift before midnight. Check the link in our bio to donate. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #RescuedHorses

Today is the final day of the Heroes for Hope campaign. Every week, children arrive at Hope Reins carrying fear, grief, trauma, and uncertainty. They are met by horses who are ready to stand steady beside them. But that doesn’t happen by accident. Every horse must be fed, trained, groomed, and cared for. Every session requires dedicated staff, safe facilities, and a community of people who believe no child should have to face their struggles alone. Today, you can help make that possible. Will you help provide the care and support that allow horses like Sammy and Zeb to continue showing up for children who need them most? Today, you still have an opportunity to be part of that story. Will you make a gift before midnight tonight? Check the link in our bio to donate. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #RescuedHorses

LESS THAN 24 HOURS LEFT. Tomorrow at midnight, the matching funds expire. Every day, Hope Reins horses help children in crisis find safety, trust, and hope. But first, those horses need care, training, feed, and support. We’re so close to unlocking the full match. Will you help make sure every child who arrives at Hope Reins meets a horse who’s ready to stand steady beside them? Your gift will be DOUBLED through tomorrow at midnight. Give now. Don’t wait. To donate, check out the link in our bio. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #RescuedHorses

There’s something about a horse. If you’ve ever spent time with one, you know. A child who struggles to trust people can trust their horse. A child carrying fear, grief, or trauma can find safety in the quiet presence of a horse. That’s why every Hope Reins horse is a hero. Each week, our horses help children take steps from trauma toward hope and healing. But before they can care for a child, they need care themselves. With just a few days remaining in our Heroes for Hope campaign, we still need $9,100 to reach our goal and unlock the full matching gift. Will you help provide feed, training, veterinary care, and everything our 17 rescued horses need to continue serving children in crisis? Your gift today will be DOUBLED. The deadline is Friday, June 12 at midnight. Don’t miss this opportunity to make twice the impact for children and the horses who help them heal. To give, check the link in our bio. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #RescuedHorses

There’s something about a horse. A child who feels unsafe can feel safe with a horse. A child who doesn’t know who to trust can trust a horse. A child carrying trauma can begin to heal because of a horse. At Hope Reins, our 17 rescued horses help children move from trauma toward hope and healing every single week. But they can’t do it without you. We are in the FINAL DAYS of our Heroes for Hope campaign, and every gift is being MATCHED through Friday, June 12. Help us keep our horses fed, healthy, trained, and ready for the next child who walks through our gates. Double your impact. Double your hope. Double your healing. Tap the link in our bio to give today. #EquineMentorship #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #RescuedHorses

Join us at the ranch as we celebrate Juneteenth! Hosted by the Hope Reins Diversity Collective, this special morning will include fellowship, inspiring stories, a horse experience, spoken word poetry, and an opportunity to reflect on the significance of Juneteenth and the hope that comes through community, resilience, and faith. If you know anyone who would be interested in learning more about Hope Reins and engaging in meaningful diversity conversations, we’d love for you to invite them to join us. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the mission of Hope Reins, connect with others, and celebrate together. Saturday, June 20 10:00 - 11:30 AM Hope Reins Invite a friend, family member, neighbor, or church member to experience the ranch with you. Space is limited. Please RSVP by June 15. Registration link in profile: https://bit.ly/HRrsvpJune2026 #HopeReins #Juneteenth #JesusHeals #Horses #EquineMinistry

We’re almost there! You know that feeling when the finish line is finally in sight? That’s where we are. Because of this incredible community, we’ve reached 88% of our $350,000 goal to care for the horses who care for kids every day. Only $21,000 left to unlock the full match and reach our goal. And right now, every gift up to $21,000 is being DOUBLED. Horses like Sammy and Zeb help children who have experienced trauma learn to trust again, regulate big emotions, and discover that they are safe, valued, and loved. But they can’t do it without the care they need year-round. Feed. Training. Veterinary care. A safe place to call home. The match ends June 12. Help us cross the finish line and double your impact before time runs out. Tap the link in our bio to give. Tag someone who believes every child deserves hope and healing. #HopeReins #EquineMinistry #Horses #HopeAndHealing #Faith

“Sometimes you just know… this is a God moment.” Taylor had already been carrying more grief than most 16-year-olds ever should. Her older sister Samantha died in a tragic car accident. Her parents divorced. Her younger sister was diagnosed with cancer. Then Taylor came to Hope Reins. After a powerful session riding Zeb—one of the largest horses on the ranch—she helped return him to his paddock. That’s when another horse kept following her. His name was Sammy. Her sister Samantha’s nickname was Sammy. The horse was wearing a purple fly mask—Samantha’s favorite color. And this happened exactly one year after the accident. But this wasn’t just a coincidence that made Taylor smile for a moment. It helped her begin to believe she was seen. Known. Not alone in her pain. With her mentor Katherine and horses like Zeb and Sammy, Taylor is learning she can safely feel her grief instead of carrying it by herself. She’s beginning to find hope and healing again. At Hope Reins, rescued horses become a bridge from trauma to transformation for hurting kids. Every horse here is a hero. But heroes like Sammy and Zeb need feed, training, medical care, and year-round support so they’re ready for the exact moment a child needs them most. Right now, every donation will be DOUBLED through matching funds. Will you help provide hope and healing for children like Taylor? Tap the link in our bio to DOUBLE your impact today. #Horses #EquineMentorshipMinistry #HopeReins #equine #RescuedHorses

This Mental Health Awareness Month, you can help bring hope to a child in crisis. Every session, every mentor, every horse is part of the story God is writing in their life. Join us in creating space for healing. Give. Pray. Share. To make a donation, visit hopereins.org/donate. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #EquineMinistry #HopeReins #Horses #EquineMentorshipMinistry

Feed Veterinary care Training Daily care and support Not every hero wears a cape. Some wear horseshoes. Brandon came to Hope Reins carrying trauma no teen should ever have to carry. Right now, every gift to our Heroes for Hope campaign will be DOUBLED while matching funds last. Homelessness. Fear. PTSD. Anxiety. The feeling that he always had to protect himself. Then he met Zeb. A rescued horse missing one eye. A horse with his own story of hardship and resilience. And standing beside Zeb, Brandon quietly said: “Zeb’s big and has a disability… just like me.” That moment changed something. Because healing often begins before a child can even put words to it. At Hope Reins, our 17 rescued horses help children learn to trust again, feel safe again, and believe hope is possible again. But heroes like Zeb need care too. Your generosity helps make sure a horse like Zeb is ready when a hurting child arrives at the ranch. Give today and double your impact: hopereins.org/donate #Horses #HopeReins #EquineMinistry #TraumaHealing #RescuedHorses

These are the truths we speak over every child at Hope Reins. And over time, through safe relationships and consistent care, we watch them begin to believe it. That’s real mental health. That’s lasting resilience. Be part of a child’s story—give or pray with us this month at hopereins.org/donate. #Horses #MentalHealthMatters #HopeReins #IdentityInChrist #EquineMinistry

“He turned his back… but the horse didn’t walk away.” Andrew was only 11 years old when he came to Hope Reins carrying trauma, fear, and anger. Then he met Sammy. A rescued horse who understood more than words could say. When Andrew turned away… Sammy stepped closer. That moment changed everything. Not all healing starts with words. Sometimes it starts with a horse who steps closer. Watch Andrew’s mom share the story of how healing began. Every rescued horse at Hope Reins helps kids rebuild trust, courage, and hope—one relationship at a time. Right now, your gift will be DOUBLED to care for the horses who make stories like this possible. 👉 Tap the link in bio to give. Would you also consider sharing this video now so more people can see what hope looks like? #Horses #EquineTherapy #TraumaHealing #EquineMinistry #FaithInAction

Mental health support looks different here. Through the connection between a child, a mentor, and a rescued horse, we see walls come down… and trust begin to grow. This is where healing starts. See it for yourself— explore how you can get involved at hopereins.org/join #MentalHealthMonth #EquineMentorshipMinistry #FaithBased #HopeReins #Horses

He turned his back… but the horse didn’t walk away. Instead, he stepped closer. And that’s where healing began. Coming soon: Andrew + Sammy A boy learning to trust again A rescued horse who made it possible At Hope Reins, our 17 rescued horses are more than animals— they’re a bridge from trauma to transformation. But bridges need care. Feeding. Training. Daily care. That’s what makes the healing a horse provides possible. Welcome to Heroes for Hope Where you help care for the horses… who help heal the child. To make a donation, check out the link in our profile. #HeroesForHope #HopeReins #HopeAndHealing #EquineMentorshipMinistry #Horses

We just paused to pray Our team gathered today—for the kids and families we serve, for our staff, and for the work God is doing at Hope Reins. And we did it on the National Day of Prayer It felt like exactly what we needed. A reminder that healing doesn’t just happen in the arena… It begins in prayer. We’re in a season of building—and trusting God in all of it. Keep praying with us #NationalDayOfPrayer #HopeReins #Horses #PrayTogether #EquineMentorshipMinistry

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminded of the growing need among children in crisis. At Hope Reins, we don’t just address symptoms—we help kids build resilience skills. Because every child deserves true hope and real healing. Help us reach more kids—share this post or learn more at hopereins.org. #MentalHealthAwareness #HopeReins #TraumaInformed #HopeForKids

This one means a lot. We had the privilege of hosting Scott Mason from WRAL Tar Heel Traveler at the ranch… and now the story is LIVE. Rescued horses. Kids finding hope again. Real healing happening every day. Watch the full segment at the link in our bio (hopereins.org/wral). Save + share this with someone who needs a reminder that hope is real. #equinetherapy #tarheeltraveler #horsesofinsta #horses #equine

We loved hosting LifeWay Christian Resources at Hope Reins for Explore the Bible on Location. Kim shared how rescued horses help kids heal and introduced Joel to Sammy, a horse rescued from a kill pen. Joel said it best: “A rescued horse and some rescued kids talking about the ultimate story of rescue through Jesus.” That’s the story we get to live every day. #HopeReins #ExploreTheBible #RescueStory #FaithInAction #TrueHopeRealHealing EquineMentorshipMinistry

15 years. Thousands of stories. This is one of them. Alyssa came to Hope Reins as a 5-year-old in foster care, living in silence. Then she met Joey—a rescued horse who couldn’t see. The girl who couldn’t speak. The horse who couldn’t see. And somehow, in that connection, everything began to change. Alyssa spoke her first words to Joey. Today, she is a thriving college student, preparing to help others—because someone like you made her healing possible. This is what your generosity does. One child. One horse. One mentor. And hope that changes everything. As we close out our celebration of 15 years of Hope Reins, we invite you to read Alyssa’s story in our Spring Hoofprints newsletter. 📖 Check out the link in our bio.

She couldn’t speak. He couldn’t see. Alyssa came to Hope Reins as a 5-year-old in foster care, living in silence. Joey was a rescued horse who had lost his eyesight. And in that connection, Alyssa found her voice. Her first words were spoken to him. Today, she is thriving—and preparing to help others—because of the healing that began here. Because of you. One child. One horse. One mentor. And hope that changes everything. As we close out 15 years of Hope Reins, we invite you to read Alyssa’s story in our Spring Hoofprints newsletter. 📖 Check out the link in our bio. #horses #equinetherapy

She used to hide behind her mom. Now she runs to her horse. When she first came to the ranch, anxiety kept her quiet and close. Her mom wasn’t sure she would even step into a session. Then she met her mentor… and Shiloh. Now she asks to groom her. She braids her mane. She smiles again. “I haven’t seen her this happy in years,” her mom shared. In years. This is what healing looks like. Because of you. Be part of more stories like this. Give at the link in bio.

On behalf of the staff, volunteers, kids, their families and the herd of horses at Hope Reins, we wish you a Happy Easter! “But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said.’” Matthew 28:5-6 In observance of Easter, Hope Reins will be closed today, Friday, April 3, through Sunday, April 6. He is Risen! Alleluia!

Some of the most powerful healing happens quietly. Week after week. Moment by moment. Because of you, a child who has experienced trauma can walk onto the ranch and begin to feel something new safe seen not alone And it doesn’t happen just once. It happens again and again… because people like you show up consistently. That’s what Stable Stewards does. It’s a community of monthly givers who make sure every child can come to Hope Reins—free of charge—and begin their journey toward hope and healing. Kim shares more in this short video. If you’ve ever wondered how to make a lasting impact, this is it. Join Stable Stewards today. Check out the link in the bio for more.

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