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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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

“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

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

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

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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