Equine Assisted Development

This was such a beautiful fundraiser piece for 2025. Read the words chosen for November.
A very curated and thoughtful process. We truly had a very talented staff of volunteers.
So grateful.

UPDATE - Hero, Snowball, Peanut, and all 3 goats have found a new home TOGETHER where they will be well cared
for and loved.

Deb and volunteer Kate took at ride to HopeWell Ranch this past week to donate the Real Happiness Mobile Trailer to this amazing farm in Weidman, Michigan.

HopeWell Ranch has undergone an amazing transformation and we are truly honored to help them expand the reach of their programs.

While Deb got to tour the property and hear about the plans and programs for the expanding farm, Kate got to know members of the equine herd.

During a time of sadness over the loss of EAD, we found happiness, love, and hope that the mission of equine assisted growth and learning continues to thrive and grow in Michigan.

A grateful post.
Grand River Signs, always captured the brand and the heart of EAD’s services. Thank you Rich Mate for the years and your generosity.

Over the years

Building a memorial garden over the last couple of years helped many in grief groups, kids from alternative schools and wellness retreats.
I’d like to thank Barbara Schultz retired grief chaplain and creative designer of the garden ( look for her book she published this year). Jennifer and Linda thank you for the donation of beautiful plants a foliage. This memorial was a wonderful addition for our clients.

We are truly honored to have been the care takers of such amazing animals and witnesses to the powerful transformation that can happen with a horse.

All animals leaving the farm will be placed in loving, knowledgable homes.

Letter from Executive Director Deb VanderBand

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of Equine Assisted Development. Read the Board of Directors' letter here: