Red Bell Run

Red Bell Run Home to The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run, a Special Needs Equine Sanctuary. They come here in need. We fulfill as many of those needs as we can.

The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run is home to special needs equines, those with medical or behavioral issues that make them unadoptable. Many times our residents are able to have a good quality of life with managed care; care that other organizations may not be able to provide due to staffing or financial restrictions. We strive to give each horse, mule, or donkey we care for the things that they lacke

d before coming to Red Bell Run. We do a lot of things here but at the Sanctuary, the most important thing we do is simply love them. OUR MISSION:
To rescue abused, neglected or at risk equines and other animals, offering rehabilitation and permanent placement including lifelong sanctuary. Foster the animal-human bond through empathy building, community assistance, educational and therapeutic programs.

The level of care our residents receive is nothing to stick your tongue out about. 😜On International Day of Charity, we’...
09/05/2026

The level of care our residents receive is nothing to stick your tongue out about. 😜

On International Day of Charity, we’re reminded that the work we do at The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run is only possible because of the people who choose to support it.

Your donations help us provide so much more than a safe place to land. They help cover nutritious feed and hay, specialized diets, veterinary and dental care, farrier visits, medications, routine wellness care, and all the little things that go into giving each resident the individualized care they deserve.

Every gift, big or small, becomes part of their story. It means full bellies, healthy hooves, medical care when they need it, and the security of knowing they are home for good. Thank you for helping us give residents like April and Scooter a life worth sticking their tongues out about. ❤️

Mickey is doing some heavy lifting around here getting ready for the Boo & Bray Fun Run. 🎃 Save the date: October 10th! ...
09/04/2026

Mickey is doing some heavy lifting around here getting ready for the Boo & Bray Fun Run.

🎃 Save the date: October 10th! 🎃
Our Boo & Bray Fun Run is coming up, and we can’t wait for a day full of costumes, fun, and plenty of long-eared supervision!

Mickey has clearly taken his event-prep responsibilities very seriously.

Gwen would like everyone to know that she has maintained her healthy weight this month, thank you very much. 😂👏We weigh ...
09/03/2026

Gwen would like everyone to know that she has maintained her healthy weight this month, thank you very much. 😂👏

We weigh our equines every month because changes on the scale can sometimes tell us something before a difference is obvious just by looking at them. Regular weights help our care team track trends, make appropriate adjustments to feed and hay, and keep a closer eye on residents who may need extra help maintaining (or losing) weight.

Combined with body condition scoring and daily observation, those monthly numbers give us another valuable piece of the puzzle when it comes to keeping every resident as healthy and comfortable as possible. ❤️

Snowflake’s recent color scheme is giving me major “the first time I discovered blush” energy. 😂Or maybe he’s just getti...
09/02/2026

Snowflake’s recent color scheme is giving me major “the first time I discovered blush” energy. 😂

Or maybe he’s just getting an early start on his costume and planning to be a clown for our Boo & Bray Fun Run. 🤡

September is a month full of reasons to celebrate, and we’re especially grateful for the wonderful people who give so mu...
09/01/2026

September is a month full of reasons to celebrate, and we’re especially grateful for the wonderful people who give so much of themselves to the animals we love. 🧡

Help us wish a very happy birthday to our September staff and volunteers! 🎉

Leroi is making sure these barn repairs are being done properly. 😂What looks like a simple repair is also a good reminde...
08/31/2026

Leroi is making sure these barn repairs are being done properly. 😂

What looks like a simple repair is also a good reminder of just how many expenses go into caring for more than just the animals themselves. Maintaining safe barns, fencing, shelters, and facilities is a constant part of sanctuary life and **sponsorships help make that possible.** ❤️

📣 **TODAY is the LAST DAY to become a Boo & Bray Fun Run sponsor and guarantee your name or business logo will be included on our event signage and T-shirts!**

Boo & Bray is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and every sponsorship helps us keep Red Bell Run safe, functional, and ready to care for the equines who call it home.

Sponsors also receive social media recognition, and sponsorships are tax-deductible.

If you’ve been thinking about sponsoring, **today is the day!** Leroi has repairs to supervise, after all. 😂

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Shanon 🌟Shanon is one of the newest members of the Red Bell Run family, joining us just over a month ...
08/30/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Shanon 🌟

Shanon is one of the newest members of the Red Bell Run family, joining us just over a month ago! Before coming to RBR, she worked with autistic students, and now she’s enjoying getting back to something that has always brought her a sense of peace- being around horses.

🐴 Favorite sanctuary resident?
Apache!
“He always has to be in the mix of things. He loves attention and likes to work. He can also be a little spicy.” 🌶️😂

❤️ What inspired you to work at Red Bell Run?
“I wanted to get back to the calmness I get from being around horses.”

For anyone who has spent time around them, you know exactly what she means. There’s something pretty special about the quiet moments that come with caring for these animals.

💭 What’s one thing you wish everyone knew about the sanctuary?
“It truly is a labor of love. We care for so many animals and provide food, shelter, medical attention, and the compassion they need, all while relying on donations to keep our mission going.”

It’s a great reminder that behind every happy face, full hay net, clean stall, veterinary appointment, and safe pasture is a tremendous amount of work and a community of people who make it possible.

🙏 What keeps you motivated on the hard days?
“Prayer. Lots of prayer.”

We’re so glad Shanon has joined the Red Bell Run family, and we can’t wait to see which of our residents she forms special relationships with along the way. ❤️

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lori 🌟Lori has been part of the Red Bell Run family since February 2019! Before coming to the sanctua...
08/29/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lori 🌟

Lori has been part of the Red Bell Run family since February 2019! Before coming to the sanctuary, she spent four years as the Kids Lead at Barnes & Noble but says she’s always gone back and forth between retail and horses. We’re pretty glad horses won.

🐴 Favorite sanctuary resident?
Lori managed to narrow it down to three: Isaac, Snowflake, and Hallie. 😂

❤️ Which resident do you have a special bond with?
Isaac. Even though Lori doesn’t work in his zone like she used to, the two still share an incredible bond.
“His respect was NOT an easy one to earn, and it’s not one I take for granted. I love that little hinny.”

😊 Which resident has a personality most like yours?
Unfortunately, according to Lori, that would be Pinto Bean. 😂
“I am completely fine being on my own, and I am not the biggest people person.”

💭 What’s one thing you wish everyone knew about sanctuary animals?
“They have this incredible ability to forgive. They don’t feel the anger about what happened to them like we do. They can heal.”

❤️ What keeps you motivated on the hard days?
“The horses. They’re my sanctuary.”

🧹 Which resident would make the best coworker?
Snowflake. “He always makes sure his paddock mates (Hazel, Butters, and Bunny) are staying on task.”

👑 Who’s the biggest diva?
Johnny Bob. “I swear he purposefully gets himself sent to the clinic so it can be all about him for a few days.” 😂

After more than seven years at Red Bell Run, Lori has built some pretty special relationships with our residents and earned the trust of a certain stubborn little hinny along the way. We’re so grateful for the care, experience, and dedication she brings to our herd every day. ❤️

Apparently, our resident troublemaker, Early, is also a food critic now. Seaweed snack review: negative stars. Would not...
08/28/2026

Apparently, our resident troublemaker, Early, is also a food critic now. Seaweed snack review: negative stars. Would not recommend.

While Early may not be impressed with today’s snack, specialty feeds and treats are an important part of caring for many of our residents. Several of our equines have metabolic needs that require carefully selected, safe options and those costs add up quickly.

That’s one of the many ways Boo & Bray sponsorships directly support the animals at Red Bell Run, helping us provide appropriate feed, treats, and individualized care for the equines who call the sanctuary home. ❤️

Monday is the LAST day to become a Boo & Bray sponsor! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and every sponsorship also helps us continue the free programs we provide to our community.

Sponsors receive social media recognition, event signage including t-shirts, and sponsorships are tax-deductible!

If you’ve been thinking about sponsoring, now is the time! Help us make Boo & Bray a success and keep Early supplied with safe snacks to dramatically critique.

Our youngest volunteers have been working on their braiding skills, and it's safe to say Flicka has fully entered her un...
08/27/2026

Our youngest volunteers have been working on their braiding skills, and it's safe to say Flicka has fully entered her unicorn era. 🦄✨

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385 Blackwood Road
Columbus, NC
28722

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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(828) 863-2017

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