Hope for Hooves Rescue

05/26/2026

Well, we don't see this happen very often. Ginger is our 23 year old 'chesnut mare'. I don't call her that because of her color and gender. I call her that because she's extremely moody and doesn't like to be messed with. All horse people will completely understand!! Despite that, I love her dearly! ❤️

But here's the thing, she can be grouchy the entire week, but as soon as Thursday rolls around and she sees the children, she becomes a completely different horse. Well, I guess her true personality comes out. She absolutely loves these kids! It's quite remarkable to witness the change in her demeanor.

Isn't that the way we should be when we've spent time with Jesus? People should see the child that God created us to be. They should see Jesus in us.

Sometimes I miss the mark. Just this week I allowed a complete stranger to 'rattle my cage' and I said some things I shouldn't have said. But guess what, Jesus still loves me. ❤️

The more time we spend in His presence, the more delightful we become.

Selah.

Michelle

05/25/2026

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Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom.

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend or a backyard barbecue. It is a sacred reminder that freedom was purchased with courage, sacrifice, and love for country.

As flags wave like whispered prayers across the nation, we honor the heroes who never made it home. Their legacy lives on in every family gathering, every child’s laughter, and every sunrise over this beautiful land.

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” John 15:13

Today we remember. Today we honor. Today we are grateful. ❤️🤍💙

05/19/2026

Even Abby + Ginger agree that it's too hot out there! They refuse to leave the barn. 🔥 🥵

05/18/2026

📅✨ Upcoming Events at Hope for Hooves Rescue ✨🐴

We have some exciting things coming up and wanted to share a little calendar of events so everyone can stay connected and involved! We are so grateful for our amazing community, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who continue to help make all of this possible 🤍

05/13/2026

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Michelle Derrick recently finished chemotherapy after her fourth cancer diagnosis. With it behind her, she’s looking ahead reinvigorated. Read more about her and her organization Hope for Hooves Rescue at Augusta Good News. Link in comments.

05/12/2026

✨ Healing with Horses – Week 4 Update ✨

Week 4 of our Healing with Horses program has been so incredible to watch 💛

One of the most beautiful parts of this journey has been seeing the transformation in our participants. Some came in feeling nervous, unsure, or even a little scared around the horses, but week by week, we’ve watched confidence begin to grow.

Now we’re seeing smiles, excitement, laughter, and participants proudly leading the horses on their own. The trust and connection forming between the children and our horses is truly something special.

These moments remind us why this program matters so much. Healing doesn’t always happen with words, sometimes it happens through a gentle horse, a little courage, and people who believe in you.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support this program and help make these life, changing moments possible 🤍

05/12/2026

Hay Needed! 🐴🙏

As we head into Week 5 of our Spring 2026 Healing with Horses program, we are reaching out to our amazing community for support. Our horses work so hard each week helping bring comfort, confidence, healing, and hope to every participant — and keeping them healthy and fed is so important.

🌾 Here’s what we currently need:
• Round bales — $55 each (minimum of 10 needed)
• Square bales — $13 each (40 bales needed)

Every donation, big or small, helps us continue this mission and care for the horses that help heal hearts. 🤍

💛 Ways to donate:
Venmo:
Cash App: $hopeforhoovesrescue
Zelle: 803-292-0496

Thank you for continuing to support our ministry, our horses, and the families we serve through this program. We truly could not do this without you. ✨

05/05/2026

We currently have 8 spots available in our Healing with Horses program due to unforeseen circumstances.

If you or someone you know has been waiting for an opportunity to participate, now is the perfect time to join us. This program offers a safe, supportive space where meaningful connections with our horses help foster healing, confidence, and emotional growth.

We are located at 45 Van Rd. North Augusta SC 29860
Sessions are Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30

Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come basis. Please use link to register today!
https://forms.gle/8p2W2JP5ZQv3vfRSA

We look forward to welcoming new participants to the farm 🤍

04/23/2026

We are so excited to officially kick off Camp Hope 2026! 🐴💛

Join us June 22–June 26 from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM for a week your kids won’t forget!

For those who remember, Camp Hope has always been such a special part of our summers. After taking time away, bringing it back has truly been on our hearts. We’ve missed the laughter, the connections, and the joy of watching kids experience something meaningful, fun, and full of love.

This is more than just a camp — it’s a place where kids can:
🐴 Spend time with horses and learn horsemanship
📖 Grow in their faith through Bible study
🎨 Get creative with crafts
👕 Tie-dye their own shirts
💦 Enjoy fun water activities
🥞 Share breakfast together each morning

📍 45 Van Rd. North Augusta, SC 29860
👧👦 Ages 6–12
💲 Cost: $300 per camper
✨ Limited to 20 campers

👉 To register:
Scan the QR code or click the link below:
https://forms.gle/pX1v7Kgx6EYxP5rTA

We can’t wait to welcome both new and returning families for a week full of memories, connection, and joy.