Bit of Hope Ranch

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Bit of Hope Ranch

Bit of Hope Ranch is a non-profit organization that provides mental health, physical therapy and educational programs. Contact us today! Welcome to the Ranch!

We are also a site for the Mace Energy Method that can be done remotely around the world. Our mission is to Reach, Rescue and Restore hurting children, families and horses through equine assisted therapies. Our strategy is to harness the power of Ranch’s Wellness Wheel to empower people to take control of their mind, body and spiritual wellness by celebrating areas that are thriving and to identify areas that need attention in order to strengthen their sense of identity. Our services include: Couseling and Coaching, Therapeutic and Recreational Riding, Educational Programs for Schools and Businesses, and Ranch Rentals (for parties and weddings)

11/17/2025

Shorter days. Longer nights. Heavier moods.
Seasonal changes can take a real toll on our energy and emotions.
If you’re noticing more sadness, fatigue, or isolation, you’re not alone — and support is available.
Reach out now to start feeling brighter through the darker months. ☀️

http://www.bitofhoperanch.org/counseling-1

11/13/2025

Rocket says she’s definitely on the Nice List… even if she occasionally pretends she can’t hear us when we ask her to walk on during sessions. 🤭🎅

But we’ll give it to her — in both mental health and riding sessions, she shows up with patience, heart, and that steady, calming presence our clients adore.

Think she’s earned her halo? ✨

Show Rocket some Christmas love by gifting her new fly boots or her favorite banana treats — just click the link to head straight to her Amazon Christmas Wishlist! 🎄💛

Amazon wishlist⬇️
https://bit.ly/47WHmRF

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans Today and Every Day 🇺🇸

Today we pause to honor the men and women who have served our country—and to recognize the invisible wounds many carry long after their service ends.

At Bit of Hope Ranch, we’re deeply grateful to walk alongside our veterans in their healing journeys through programs like equine-assisted therapy, ART, MEM, and more. These services are just one small way we can be here for those who have given so much.

From all of us—thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service. ❤️🐴

11/08/2025

Our final Stories of Hope tour for the season wrapped up today — and what a gift it was to welcome new faces and reconnect with familiar ones. 🩵

Thank you for showing up, listening, and leaning into the healing work happening here!

If you left today feeling stirred, inspired, or curious… we’d love to have you join us more often. Volunteer sign-ups are open on our website — your presence truly makes a difference 🐴✨

11/07/2025

Some lessons just land better under open sky ☀️

Today we welcomed a group of 5th graders— and they got to explore and experience what learning looks like outside the classroom walls.

Because sometimes kids don’t just need a worksheet… they need sunshine, horses, nature trails, barnyard friends — and space to breathe while they learn.

If your school or group would like to plan a field trip to Bit of Hope Ranch, you can schedule through our website. 🐴💛

11/06/2025

Reina wants to know if she made the Naughty or Nice list this year! 👀

Sure, she may have tried to snag an extra treat (or two) when she thought no one was looking — but she’s also the same girl who stands patiently while nervous riders take their first deep breath in the saddle, and helps people find calm when their world feels shaky. ✨

So what do you think — Naughty or Nice?

If you believe she’s earned her spot on the Nice list, head to the link below and choose something off our Ranch Wishlist in her honor. 🎁🐴

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GNG4UFXZ4O19?ref_=wl_share

11/05/2025

What a beautiful fall day for a trail ride for our Therapeutic Riders 🍁🍂

11/02/2025

❄️ Saddle up for Winter Riding Camp! ❄️

Bit of Hope Ranch is hosting a 3-day winter break experience filled with riding, crafts, games, snacks + daily devotionals — the perfect way to close out the year and kick off 2026 with connection, fun, and purpose 🤍🐴

December 31 — January 2
9am-12pm | Ages 7-14
$175 per rider

Spots are limited — and this one WILL fill fast!
Click the link to register today ✨

http://www.bitofhoperanch.org/wintercamp

10/31/2025

It was a night-mare in the best way possible! 👻🐴

Huge thanks to the Gastonia East Rotary and the Gastonia Ghost Peppers for having Bit of Hope Ranch out for your spook-tacular trick-or-treat event!

We trotted through the night handing out over 1,200 pieces of candy—talk about a sweet success! 🍬💫 We loved meeting so many boo-tiful families interested in our riding lessons, birthday parties, and mental health programs.

Happy Halloween from our herd to yours! 🎃 No tricks here—just treats of hope and healing at bitofhoperanch.org

PS-Checkout our Instagram page for the video recap of the event! 🎉

10/30/2025

Look for us and come snag some candy from our table! 🎉🎉

10/29/2025

Cookie ran to Jesus this afternoon.

This sweet mare had developed advanced pneumonia and due to complications and had to be euthanized at Tryon Hospital this afternoon. She was in good spirits to the end and left her suffering behind.

Cookie, age 25, served as an equine therapy partner for 15 years. Her calm, stoic nature often challenged our counseling clients to reach deeper, while her gentle quarter horse jog brought smiles to countless faces. She was one of the most trustworthy and steady souls we’ve ever had the privilege to care for.

As a cherished member of our Trauma Care and Recovery Team, Cookie helped transform lives through her quiet strength and steadfast heart. Please consider making a gift in her honor so we can continue helping other horses like Cookie bring hope and healing to those who need it most.

https://bitofhoperanch.charityproud.org/Donate

Address

5001 Cr Wood Road
Gastonia, NC
28056

Telephone

+17048620095

Website

http://www.bitofhoperanch.org/

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Bit of Hope Ranch offers equine assisted therapies for mental health and physical needs. We also offer educational programs for groups and individuals. Book us on the weekend for celebrations and weddings too!