Howdy, Friends
Welcome to the Ranch
Valley Trotters Youth Ranch is a faith-based organization founded on God’s word. Located on 12 beautiful acres in McAllen, Texas, we offer programs that connect the needs of rescued horses with the undiscovered potential in every child and youth. God planted the seed and vision for Valley Trotters Youth Ranch in our hearts nearly three decades ago. Since then, we’ve seen countless lives be transformed and healed due in large part to the faithful donors, volunteers, and partners in prayer who have walked alongside us every step of the way.
Building
Character
Restoring
Hope
Empowering
Relationships
New Beginnings
A mission that inspires healing
Valley Trotters Youth Ranch is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in the Rio Grande Valley that was founded to benefit youth, strengthen families, and rehabilitate horses. We do this by offering programs that are exclusively funded by donations and contributions. We provide a safe environment where our youth can find acceptance, build trust and relationships, and learn skills that will serve children for a lifetime.
What We Offer
Riding Programs
Our riding programs were created with your children in mind! Each and every Rancher will have a program that is catered to them, helping them build confidence, optimism, trust, and personal skill development.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteers are the heartbeat of Valley Trotters Youth Ranch. Whether serving on the feed team, as a riding session assistant, or joining us as a prayer partner, your God-given gifts will be used to make a positive impact on the lives of the next generation.
Equine Rescue
Our committed team of volunteers has been part of 41 horses being rescued or rehomed, and that need continues to grow. If caring for and loving on mild-to-moderately mistreated horses pulls on your heartstrings, our Equine Rescue Program may be for you.
Our Impact
11,999
HOURS OF EQUINE SESSIONS TO DATE
41
HORSES RESCUED AND REHOMED
9,343
CHILDREN IMPACTED BY PROGRAMS
6,554
VOLUNTEER HOURS TO DATE
“There is much we can learn from a friend who happens to be a horse.”
― Aleksandra Layland, “Bind Not the Heart: A Windflower Saga Novella”
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesSat, Apr 20Valley Trotters Youth RanchApr 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMValley Trotters Youth Ranch, 4525 Auburn Ave, McAllen, TX 78504, USAApr 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMValley Trotters Youth Ranch, 4525 Auburn Ave, McAllen, TX 78504, USABreak out, break away and break into a new friendship at VTYR. We’ll have some real interesting projects going on and need your help with them so sign-up and get ready to experience a great time with your new friends at the event.
Multiple DatesSat, May 11Valley Trotters Youth RanchMay 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMValley Trotters Youth Ranch, 4525 Auburn Ave, McAllen, TX 78504, USA
Multiple DatesSun, May 12Valley Trotters Youth RanchMay 12, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PMValley Trotters Youth Ranch, 4525 Auburn Ave, McAllen, TX 78504, USAMay 12, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PMValley Trotters Youth Ranch, 4525 Auburn Ave, McAllen, TX 78504, USAInterested in learning more about our innovative riding programs? In the orientation you will meet our 2-legged and 4-legged ministry partners, learn what we do, and how this is a unique experience for both riders and family members.