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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)

10/31/2026

🎃🍬 3,000+ kids and a whole lot of Halloween fun!

We had such a great time joining fellow Gaston County businesses at CaroMont Health Park to pass out treats and celebrate with over 3,000 kids! 👻🧡

A HUGE thank you to Gastonia East Rotary for including us in this wonderful community event!

At Bit of Hope Ranch, we LOVE opportunities to get out into our community, build connections, and spread a little extra hope wherever we go! 🐴💚

Have an upcoming community event you’d love for us to be part of? Send us a message! We’d love to connect and see how we can get involved.

10/29/2026

🐴 More Than a Badge. Over a Decade of Commitment!

For over 10 years, Bit of Hope Ranch has proudly maintained site accreditation through the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA)! 💙

But what does that mean for our Ranch?

✅ Safety First: Our facilities, programs, and practices are evaluated against recognized horsemanship standards.

✅ Quality Care for Our Horses: From daily management to equipment and activity suitability, the well-being of our equine partners remains a priority.

✅ Commitment to Excellence: Independent evaluations help ensure our facilities, staff practices, and operations meet established standards.

✅ Continued Accountability: Accreditation isn’t just a one-time achievement. It’s an ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards.

Why does this matter?

Because every child, family, and individual who walks onto our Ranch deserves a thoughtfully prepared environment, and every horse who helps make healing possible deserves exceptional care.

For over a decade, we’ve continued choosing accountability, professionalism, and compassionate horsemanship.

Healing Happens Here—and caring for horses AND humans is where it begins. 💙🐴

10/22/2026

🐴 THERAPISTS: Ready for something different?

Bit of Hope Ranch is HIRING an Anchor Therapist / Clinical Lead!

We’re looking for an experienced, NC-licensed therapist passionate about trauma-informed care, collaboration, and helping lead our growing mental health team.

🌿 What makes this role unique?
• Provide individual and family therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, domestic violence survivors, and complex family needs
• Offer equine-assisted, outdoor, and traditional office-based therapy on our beautiful 50-acre Ranch
• Support fellow therapists through collaboration, case consultation, and clinical leadership
• Enjoy opportunities for specialized training and professional growth

📍 Gastonia, NC
💰 $45–$65/hour based on experience and role structure
📅 Approximately 4 days/week with flexibility
✅ Current NC therapist license required

Ready to take therapy beyond the traditional office and make a lasting impact?

Learn more & apply: www.bitofhoperanch.org/hiring

Healing Happens Here. 💚

10/21/2026

Fall Showcase Week is off to a GREAT start! 🐴🍂

It’s been all smiles as we welcome families to the Ranch to celebrate our riders and the skills they’ve learned through our Herdmanship University lesson curriculum!

From building confidence to mastering new horsemanship skills, our riders have SO much to be proud of! 🏅🤎

And we’re just getting started!

Drop a ‘❤️’ to show our riders some love.

10/18/2026

🍂🐴 SHOWCASE VIBES ARE BACK! 🐴🍂

We’re throwing it back to our Spring Showcase because FALL SHOWCASE WEEK starts TOMORROW! 🤠🍁

From October 19–24, we’re excited to welcome our riders, families, and friends to Bit of Hope Ranch for a week filled with horsemanship, growth, and celebration!

Through our Herdmanship riding curriculum, students work toward developing essential horsemanship skills, building confidence, strengthening their connection with their horses, and earning ribbons as they achieve new milestones! 🏅🐎

This week is all about celebrating the hard work, dedication, and progress our riders have made both in and out of the saddle. We can’t wait to see them show off everything they’ve learned and share these special moments with the people cheering them on!

🍁 Fall Showcase Week | October 19–24
📍 Bit of Hope Ranch

Let’s fall in love with horsemanship all over again! 🧡

10/15/2026

We only have 8 spots left for our Winter Camp! Don't get left out in the cold. Register your child today. This makes a great Christmas gift too!

10/14/2026

Some people don’t just support our mission — they truly believe in it, and Brian Chase with Mr. Electric of Gastonia is one of those people! 💙🐴

We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Brian for his continued generosity and commitment to Bit of Hope Ranch!

Not only did Brian and his business step up as a $2,500 Strider Sponsor for our 2026 5K Trail Run, but his support extends far beyond race day. Throughout the year, Brian continues to find ways to give back, invest in our mission, and help us reach, rescue, and restore those in our community who need hope and healing.

And now, he’s giving YOU an opportunity to make a difference, too!

⚡ Through Mr. Electric of Gastonia’s referral program, $100 will be donated to Bit of Hope Ranch when your referral completes an electrical service!

It’s community partnerships like these that allow our programs to continue growing and reaching more lives.

Brian, THANK YOU for believing in what we do and for continually putting that belief into action. We are incredibly grateful for you and the entire Mr. Electric of Gastonia team!

📞 704-748-0257

Help us return the love by supporting a local business that continues to give back to our community! 💙

10/13/2026

181 REGISTRATIONS. $27,717 RAISED. OUR BIGGEST YEAR YET! 🎉🐴

A little mud and the threat of hurricane weather couldn’t stop this incredible community from showing up for Bit of Hope Ranch! 🌧️💚

Our 5K Trail Run was one for the books, and we are absolutely blown away by the support that made it possible!

$27,717 raised for our therapy programs! This would NOT have been possible without our generous sponsors, table vendors, local run clubs, volunteers, runners, walkers, and countless community members who rallied behind our mission. Every single one of you played a part in making this our most successful race yet!

As the need for mental health services continues to grow within our community, so does the importance of events like this. These funds go directly back into supporting our on-site therapy programs, allowing us to continue reaching, rescuing, and restoring those who need us most.

And let’s not forget the heartbeat of our ranch — OUR HERD! 🐴❤️ Our horses are essential partners in the healing that happens here every day. Caring for them is just as important as caring for the individuals we serve. Without them, our mission simply wouldn’t be possible.

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for showing up, getting muddy, and believing in what we do.

Mark your calendars for October 9, 2027! 🗓️🏃‍♀️ You’ve officially got 361 days to train and get ready to hit the trails with us again! 💚

10/09/2026

We’re ready for RACE DAY tomorrow! 🎉🏃‍♀️ As of this morning, we officially have 154 participants registered!! 🤩

🐴 Gates open at 7:30 AM
🏅 Kids Race: 8:30 AM
🏃‍♀️ 5K Run & 2K Walk: 9:00 AM

Rain or shine, we can’t wait to see everyone! 💚

10/08/2026

Race day is almost here, and we are SO excited to welcome everyone to Bit of Hope Ranch this Saturday! 🎉🐴

With our biggest race turnout EVER and some potential rainy weather headed our way, we wanted to share a few important reminders before race day!

🌦️ RAIN OR SHINE! The worst of the incoming storm is currently expected AFTER our event! We’re keeping a close eye on the forecast and will communicate any changes if thunder, lightning, or unsafe conditions arise.

A few other things to keep in mind:

* No strollers on the trails due to uneven terrain and elevation changes.
* No dogs on the property, as we are an active working ranch.
* Check your email! Registered participants have received important race day details.
* Gates open at 7:30 AM! Please do not arrive earlier.
* Parking is in the fields on either side of the driveway. Our amazing volunteers will be there to help direct you!

We’ve worked SO hard to make this an incredible event for our runners, walkers, families, sponsors, and vendors, and we cannot wait to see it all come together!

A little rain won’t dampen our excitement! 💙🏃‍♀️

See you Saturday, October 10!

Address

5001 Cr Wood Road
Gastonia, NC
28056

Telephone

+17048620095

Website

http://www.bitofhoperanch.org/, https://bitofhoperanch.app.neoncrm.com/forms/donate, https://www.bonfire.com/store/bit-o

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