Donate
Help Keep Our Programs Free for Every Family
We are very proud to have been serving our community for the past five years with the support of our volunteers and donors. All donations are welcome, and no donation is too small.
Why Your Donation Matters
What Your Donation Supports
Daily Animal Care
- Quality feed and hay for our horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, and llama
- Veterinary care and health maintenance for all our animals
- Grooming supplies and equipment
Program Operations
- Materials for arts and crafts activities
- Equipment for horse groundwork and obstacle courses
- Facility maintenance and safety equipment
- Program supplies and educational materials
Ranch Maintenance
- Fencing, shelter, and facility upkeep
- Equipment maintenance and replacement
- Safety improvements and accessibility features
Ways to Give
One-Time Donations
Support our mission with a donation of any amount. Every dollar helps keep our programs free and our animals well-cared for.
Monthly Giving
Join our community of regular supporters with automatic monthly donations. Consistent support helps us plan and maintain our programs year-round.
Memorial and Honor Gifts
Make a donation in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone special. We’ll send acknowledgment of your thoughtful gift.
Easy Ways to Donate
Venmo
Use our Venmo QR Code for quick and easy mobile donations: [QR Code image] @Handsandhoofs1
Online
Donate Online - Secure Payment Processing
Phone
Call us at (209) 730-6617 to make a donation over the phone
Send checks to: Handsandhoofs@gmail.com
In-Person
Contact us to arrange in-person donation drop-off
Tax Information
Hands & Hoofs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Tax ID #88-3545806
All donations are tax deductible to the full amount allowed by IRS law. You will receive a receipt for your donation for tax purposes.
You may use our Venmo QR Code above for donations and sponsorships.
Current Sponsors and Donors
Major Supporters:
- The Frances and John Wahl Foundation
- Georgis-Schultz Trust
- Treasured Heart Ranch
- Mekeel Foundation
- Shelly and Tom Mekeel
- Vicki Dobbs Wolf
- Marilee Schultz
- Judy Vermason
- Amani Spiritual Center
- Clara Pursley
- Pat Souza
Other Ways to Support
Sponsor Our Animals
Monthly sponsorship programs to directly support animal care:
Horse
Mini Horse
Donkey
Llama
Goat
Sheep
Volunteer
In-Kind Donations
In-Kind Donations
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Quality hay and animal feed
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Arts and crafts supplies
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Ranch maintenance materials
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Professional services (veterinary, legal, accounting)
See Your Impact
When you donate to Hands & Hoofs, you’re directly supporting:
- Free day camps for children ages 7-14
- Advanced learning programs for returning campers
- Adult programs serving veterans, LGBTQ+, and neurodivergent communities
- School field trips and community partnerships
- Daily care for our therapy animals
Register Your Child for Camp – See our programs in action
Meet Our Animals – Meet the animals your donation supports
Questions About Donating?
Contact us for more information about giving opportunities, planned giving, or specific donation questions.
Phone: (209) 730-6617
Email: handsandhoofs@gmail.com
Thank You
Your generosity makes it possible for us to serve children and families in our community, providing transformative experiences with animals that build confidence, teach empathy, and create lasting memories. Thank you for being part of the Hands & Hoofs family.
Every donation helps ensure our programs remain free and accessible to all families
Hands & Hoofs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization • Tax ID #88-3545806