Helping kids break the generational cycle of addiction

Please help break the generational cycle of drug and alcohol addiction: The vision for The Refuge at Freedom Ranch is to create a therapeutic environment for at-risk youth from the surrounding counties of Southwest Virginia by pairing them with horses and other farm animals. Our aim is to cultivate an environment of healing through the deep bond between the children and animals, allowing them to learn trust under the compassionate guidance of dedicated and trained mentors. https://www.freedomranchhomestead.com

Our goal is to not only provide a safe environment to find respite, but also to provide tools to break the generational cycle of addiction, teaching prevention and also offering hope for recovery. Through the process, we also seek to nurture their faith in Jesus Christ, fostering a holistic approach to their well-being.

Our long-term vision is to support any children who have the desire to participate in horsemanship competitions (particularly reined cow horse), learn any trade of the horse/farming/construction industry for future job possibilities (horse trainer, farrier, veterinarian, farmer, fence builder, to name a few).

We are currently constructing a 120' x 240' training and competition arena on our property for the children to learn to ride and to compete. We are also planning on building a 75' x 75' barn, including 8 horse stalls and a 50' x 50' indoor horse training arena to be used in inclement weather.

We believe that the natural beauty at Freedom Ranch provides an ideal setting for finding peace and restoration for those in need.

All of our proceeds from our YouTube channel as well as our products we have for sale go directly towards this non-profit!