We are excited to return to Hope Reins for our third year of volunteering! Join fellow Penn State alumni as we support their incredible mission to “pair kids in crisis with rescued horses and mentors to find hope and healing.” Whether you’ve volunteered with us before or are joining for the first time, we would love to see you there. It’s a wonderful opportunity to give back to our community while connecting with fellow Penn Staters!
Our morning will include a ranch tour, safety briefing, hands-on volunteer projects, and time to interact with the horses.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 8:30 – 11:30 AM
Location: Hope Reins (8420 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC 27613)
RSVP Deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026
Volunteer Projects May Include:
Pasture Maintenance: Removing invasive plants to keep pastures healthy for the horses.
Fence Staining: Helping maintain the ranch’s miles of fencing.
Trail Construction: Building and maintaining trails for kids and mentors.
Fence Line Clearing: Removing brush, limbs, and debris.
Gardening & Landscaping: Keeping the ranch beautiful and welcoming.
A Few Things to Know:
Space is limited to 14 volunteers, so be sure to sign up early!
Volunteers must be 6 years or older.
Specific projects may vary based on the ranch’s needs.
Ready to join us? Sign up HERE by Monday, November 2!
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