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Bit of Hope Ranch

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)

02/25/2026

So grateful to Gaston’s Great for featuring our Executive Director, Meg Vanderbilt, and helping share the healing power of horses at the Ranch 💚

Head over, show some love, and support Meg and the mission!

02/23/2026

🌿 Originally from rural northern Michigan, Kyle says the ranch feels like home — a quiet refuge from the noise of everyday life.
His counseling style?
✔️ Calm
✔️ Collaborative
✔️ Creative
✔️ Curious & Genuine
Kyle believes the horses are often the “real therapists.” Their intuitive nature helps clients experience breakthrough “aha” moments — those powerful times when obstacles become clearer and no longer feel so overwhelming.
🎓 Credentials & Training:
• MA in Clinical Psychology
• MS in Forensic Psychology
• Licensed Psychologist Associate (NC)
• Health Services Provider (NC)
• HALT (Horse Assisted Learning & Transformation) trained
Kyle works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, using an integrative, client-centered approach tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Outside of the ranch, you’ll find him enjoying sports, hiking, fishing, and spending time with his wife.
We are grateful for Kyle’s steady presence and heart for healing. 💛

02/20/2026

‼️SUMMER CAMP UPDATE — MORE SPOTS JUST OPENED‼️

Our Bit of Hope Ranch Summer Camp filled in record time this year — and we heard you loud and clear when families asked for more spaces!

Because of the incredible demand, we’ve opened just TWO additional rider spots per week. Once these are filled, registration will officially close.

If your child has been hoping to spend a week building confidence, friendships, and horsemanship skills at the ranch, now is the time to grab a spot.

📅 Camp Dates:
• June 1–5
• June 8–12
• June 15–19

⏰Early rate of $300 still applies if registered before April 1

🐴 Free camp T-shirt included
🎉 Friday Demo Day for families

These final spaces won’t last long — they didn’t the first time, and we expect them to go quickly again!

We can’t wait to welcome a few more campers to the ranch family this summer 🤍

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02/19/2026

🐴 Deacon met his new pasture mates — Zorro can't contain his excitement! Athena and Stanley? Instant besties.
Our newest herd members are settling in, and we’re so grateful watching them find their place at the ranch.
Each horse costs about $300/month for feed, farrier, vet care, and more. Sponsoring Athena or Deacon helps support every rider and family they’ll serve.
Want to make an impact? 🤍
👉 Visit the link in bio to sponsor a horse.

02/18/2026

💘 The best Valentines have four legs 🐴

Last week our riders searched the arena for Valentine’s cards, and each one they opened revealed a riding task to complete as part of their obstacle course.

Then after their lesson, they received the sweetest surprise — a personal Valentine written from their horse. ❤️

Because the bond between horse and rider is something truly special, and moments like these are why we love what we do!

If you’re curious about our Adaptive Riding program, we’d love to share more with you.

🔗Click the link in our bio to visit our website and learn more.

02/16/2026

The purpose of the Ranch’s Wellness Wheel is to empower people to take control of their mind, body and spiritual wellness by evaluating areas that need attention to strengthen their sense of identity.

It gives people the opportunity to take responsibility for their own wellness by identifying areas in their life they may have neglected and seek to improve. Since all of the dimensions are interconnected, an imbalance in one area of the wellness wheel might restrict you from reaching your full potential. The Ranch’s team is here to help you move through any challenge that you face.

Ready to start today? Click the link in Bio to set up your discovery call!

02/14/2026

💘 Hi friends… Rocket here. 💘

I heard I’m the 2026 Bit of Hope Ranch Sweetheart…and I may have strutted a little when someone told me 🐴❤️

But if I’m being honest, the best part isn’t the title.
It’s the people I get to carry, stand beside, and quietly encourage every day.

I get to help riders feel brave.
I get to stand still when someone needs a moment to breathe.
I get to be part of stories where confidence grows, trust returns, and hearts heal.

That’s the real prize.

What most people don’t see is that caring for a horse like me costs about $300 every month — hay, feed, hoof care, vet visits, and all the little things that keep me healthy and ready for my job.

When someone sponsors a horse, they’re not just helping me.
They’re helping every rider who leans on my neck, every client who finds peace in the barn, and every moment of courage that happens here.

So if you cheered for me this Valentine’s season…
maybe consider becoming part of my team for the whole year.

💞 You can sponsor a horse at the link in the bio.

Thanks for loving us, believing in us, and helping us keep showing up for the people who need us most.

— Rocket 🐴❤️

02/12/2026

💘 Sweetheart Finale — Final Round 💘

We made it to the final week of our Sweetheart voting at Bit of Hope Ranch 🤍

These incredible horses give their hearts every single day — helping riders build confidence, find healing, and experience joy in the saddle. Now it’s time to choose this year’s Sweetheart.

✨ How to vote:
🐴 Choose your favorite from the finalists shown
❤️ Comment your vote below

The winner will be crowned our Bit of Hope Ranch Sweetheart!

Every horse here makes our work possible — and your support makes their care possible. From feed and medical needs to winter expenses and daily care, our donors and sponsors help ensure these amazing partners can continue changing lives.

Looking for a meaningful way to share the love this season?
🐴 Sponsor a horse
🎁 Send a Valentine to our farm animals through our Chewy Wishlist

📎 https://www.chewy.com/g/bit-of-hope-ranch-inc_b148688227

Thank you for loving our herd as much as we do 🤍

02/10/2026

At Bit of Hope Ranch, transformation doesn’t happen in an office—it happens in connection.
Mindy Millsaps brings life coaching to the ranch in a way that’s grounded, compassionate, and deeply impactful. Through guided coaching, presence, and the powerful awareness horses naturally offer, clients gain clarity, confidence, and tools they can carry straight into everyday life.
Life coaching here isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about uncovering what’s already strong. ✨
• Build self-awareness
• Break through mental blocks
• Improve communication & boundaries
• Create forward momentum with purpose
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for your next chapter, this is your sign.
👉 Reach out to Bit of Hope Ranch to learn more about life coaching with Mindy and schedule your experience.
Your growth might be closer than you think.

02/06/2026

Some places change you quietly.
Some places hold you when words fall short.
This ranch has been that place for so many people. 🐴🤍

Whether you’ve joined us for a mental health session, Saddle Club, riding lessons, a birthday celebration, a field trip, or simply spent time on the property — you are part of our story.

The horses, the land, and the work we do here exist to create connection, healing, confidence, and moments that matter. And one of the simplest ways you can help us continue reaching the people who need this place most… is by sharing your experience.

✨ If this ranch has ever meant something to you, we kindly ask you to leave us a Google review.

Your words help others find us.
Your story helps someone take their first step through the gate.
Your support helps us keep showing up — for every rider, every client, every family.

From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for being part of this community 🤍

📍Google Review below.

https://www.google.com/search?hl=en-US&gl=us&q=Bit+of+Hope+Ranch,+Inc.,+5001+CR+Wood+Rd,+Gastonia,+NC+28056&ludocid=12730561056610331564&lsig=AB86z5W67G2SkTz9osPQiqnXt8WK&ibp=gwp%3B0,7&hl=en&gl=US =LocalPoiReviews&lpg=cid:CgIgAQ%3D%3D

Address

5001 Cr Wood Road
Gastonia, NC
28056

Telephone

+17048620095

Website

http://www.bitofhoperanch.org/, https://form.jotform.com/250065086000039?fbclid=IwVERDUAQFbaNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF

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Bit of Hope Ranch offers equine assisted therapies for mental health and physical needs. We also offer educational programs for groups and individuals. Book us on the weekend for celebrations and weddings too!