✵
Program Adoptions
We are currently looking to adopt horses for our riding program.
✵
Critical Rescue
We currently have a limited amount of space for critical equine rescues.
Every horse has a story—and every story matters.
At Rising Hope Rescue Ranch, we believe in second chances—for people and horses. Just as we offer hope and healing to kids and families, we also provide a safe and purposeful future for horses in need. We receive horses into our care in two primary ways, each with a unique purpose in our ministry.
Table of Contents
Horses for Ministry Use
These are the horses who will become part of our riding and mentoring program. We look for horses with a calm temperament, sound mind, and physical ability to serve in one-on-one sessions with kids and teens. These horses become partners in healing—offering connection, trust, and confidence to those we serve.
To be eligible, horses must:
- Be sound for light to moderate riding.
- Have a willing and gentle disposition, especially around children and beginners.
- Be physically and emotionally capable of interacting with new people in an unpredictable ranch setting.
All potential ministry horses go through an evaluation period to ensure a good match with our staff, mentors, and program needs. During this time, we assess the horse’s behavior, health, and readiness to safely participate in our sessions.
Critical Rescue Horses
These horses come to us in urgent need—neglect, abandonment, or risk of euthanasia. We accept a small number of horses each year that need a safe landing place to rest, heal, and recover.
While some of these horses may never be rideable, their presence still matters. Many become quiet companions, helping children learn the value of nurturing, trust, and compassionate care.
Because of space and budget limitations, we prioritize the most urgent cases and do not offer long-term sanctuary or retirement placements unless the horse becomes a vital part of our mission.
Horse Donation & Adoption Process
Donating a horse is a generous act, and we take every request seriously. That’s why we require an application and evaluation period before a horse becomes a permanent part of our herd.
Here’s how it works:
- Submit a Horse Donation Application – We’ll gather information about your horse’s health, background, and temperament.
- Preliminary Review – Our team will assess whether your horse may be a good fit for either ministry service or rescue care.
- Trial Period – If your horse is accepted for a trial, we’ll begin a temporary evaluation period at our ranch.
- Final Decision – Based on observed temperament, health, and fit with our program, we’ll let you know if your horse will stay and become part of our herd.
Please note: not all horses are accepted, and we may have a waiting list due to space limitations.
Want to Learn More?
If you have a horse you’d like us to consider, we invite you to begin with our application process. Together, we can help a horse in need find purpose—and maybe even become a hero in someone else’s healing story.
Have questions before applying? Reach out to our team—we’re happy to talk.
