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