Exodus Farms

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Exodus Farms helps children with broken hearts, broken hope, and broken families to find healing with the help of a herd of rescued and repurposed horses. ❤️

Exodus’ “healing herd” consists of sixteen horses, a donkey, a mini mule, and 4 minis - all given a permanent home here despite age, infirmities, behavior issues, physical challenges or just lack of training. Their message to those who visit is life-changing: not one of them is perfect, and some came to Exodus quite “broken,” but every one of them has a divine purpose here changing lives! Today, free of charge to all who visit, Exodus Farms serves just over 160 youth, who visit us weekly/biweekly/monthly to meet with our horses and the caring volunteers who give generously of their time to mentor these incredible young people. Through our program, children learn skills like emotional management, confidence, boundary-setting, and responsibility, and families learn new ways to love and support one another. All of this is made possible by an incredible group of volunteers - with and without horse experience - who often find their own lives transformed as they participate in God’s restoration of broken hearts!

10/21/2026

For most people, the Fall season does not bring to mind the idea of "new growth." If anything, we tend to think of Fall as a time of winding down and preparing for the winter months. But our Fall season here at the farm might as well be Spring - so much is new! New volunteers, new session students and families, new heartaches and hurdles, new joys and triumphs, even new routines as we settle into using the new building!

I told someone a few days ago that one of the reasons I love working with children and horses is that they remind me to look at the world - and at these amazing creatures - the same way they do: with the wonder and awe of someone experiencing something for the first time. It reminds me that each moment is brand new and might contain something wondrous, if I pause to see it through a child's eyes.

Today, a new child rode a little black pony for the first time.

Today, another tiny child climbed aaaaallllll the way up on giant Bob the mule's back for the first time.

Today, a middle school boy laughed for the first time riding a horse as he trotted wildly across the arena on Twiggy.

Today, a wrangler giggled like a little girl as Daisy the sheep BAAAA-ed at her and waddled as fast as her little legs could carry her to snuffle the wrangler's hands for carrots.

Today, a brand new wrangler jumped right in to help...and graciously stayed late, unplanned, to help put away horses and wrangle Gypsy into her "giraffe suit" (her very complicated fly protection sheet 😂).

Today, Tommy (the horse) fell asleep with his tongue out...during pre-session prayer.

These moments are so simple, and they happen every day - but every single day, they are NEW...and every single day, we are in wonder at the new things that God is doing here at the farm.

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"Behold I am doing a new thing; do you not perceive it?" - Isaiah 43:19a

"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning..." - Lamentations 3:22-23a

10/18/2026

Reflections from the founder….

I started this busy Saturday morning wrung out, drained and the dragging kind of exhausted! My old grouch had infusion yesterday, then a radio interview on KVIP after weeks and weeks of sick and injured horse care, volunteer shortages……and Giving Tuesday prep and kick off! It didn’t help that it was a sea of activity today ……but it dawned on me this afternoon… as I sit alone and think back through the morning…..there was a continuous theme in my sea of joyous chaos today! I was surrounded by HEROES!!!! Whether it was the jr high girl who gives up her Saturdays every week to groom and hand walk our older herd and to keep our Glory legged up with some more challenging activities…or our precious adult volunteer and his dedicated care giver who help us so diligently almost every Saturday with projects….HEROES! The young woman who has just finished her college education and is now a therapist in our community but volunteers faithfully with a sports injury because she wants to be involved in something that truly changes the course of our kiddos life…..and our precious photographer whose incredible eye captures the essence of our farm and is so faithful in coming when he can no matter what mountains his family is climbing….HEROES! A young man who has USED his personal loss to help him encourage children and youth so that they can do the same with what they have been through…..or a woman just out of the trafficking trade who just wants to be a help any way she can on the farm…..MORE HEROES!! A foster mom……who brings a van full of very challenging boys, their behavior affected by the pain and neglect of those who were supposed to love them and this woman every single week displays the patience of Job as she loves on her charges and redirects their kinetic energy……or my tireless, lifelong friend who serves diligently fixing waterers, feeding horses, cleaning bathrooms….all for the glory of God……HEROES!!! This village….my farm-ily…..encourage and strengthen my heart every single day …….they are my village…..there would be no Exodus without them……being in the presence of heroes today…..has recharged me for whatever the next week will hold! I pray you have a village to lift up your heart!

10/16/2026

is on the way! Festus dressed up in his best-est shirt to kick off the season in style! Tank wasn't sure what all the fuss was about, but our volunteers convinced him he also looked very dapper in his new outfit. Today's volunteer team - new and old - wants to wish you a happy Giving Tuesday kickoff and remind you that YOU are part of the village it takes for our community's kids to succeed! As we head into these next two months, you'll be hearing a lot - from our team, our kiddos, our horses, our parents and guardians - about how to love and champion kids and families.

How can you be part of that village? So many ways! First, if you see local nonprofits posting Giving Tuesday posts, share them! The more people hear about the event, the more who will decide to help out one of our local nonprofits. Second, if you have stories, photos, videos, or anything to say about being part of the "farm-ily" here at Exodus, let us know! Third, stay tuned to our Facebook and Instagram pages as we share everyone's favorite stories and photos from the year and celebrate the AMAZING village that helps us impact so many kiddos and families each year! Fourth, if you want to get more involved in "being the village" for your community, we encourage you to get out there and volunteer! Even an hour a week can make someone's day, or provide crucial help for someone who really needed a moment of encouragement.

We love you all, farm-ily, and we are SO glad you are part of our village! Onward into Giving Tuesday season!

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Community Foundation of the North State

10/15/2026

Psalms 37:4

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart."

10/13/2026

A week ago Friday…….we had a very SPECIAL thank you party for all that had a part in our bathroom build! It was truly a step in faith…..many steps of faith over the course of a year……..but because of the grace of our God ….and so many incredibly generous…..and hard working folks……….it is finished! The thank you party was a lovely time together to remember all the incredible miracles that happened and the friends we have made forever!!!!! And an incredible meal by O’Dell’s BBQ…..was enjoyed by all! Food was DELICIOUS…….if you haven’t….give them a try! A little sidebar…..we got to share our horses and what they teach every single day about ourselves and leadership…….with O’Dell’s amazing management team!
More fun…more new friends!!
“…..Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Matthew 17:20

10/09/2026

Whether it is raising a wall, carrying a heavy bucket, teaching a new trick, soaking an abscess….or just soaking a dirty horse, all of us here at Exodus know the importance of a village and that having a village….makes even the hard not just doable, but down right joyful! Over the past couple of years, God has placed a burden on our hearts for the foster and foster adopt population in our community…..and we find ourselves asking the question…..what if??…what if our entire, amazing community of world changers, churches, organizations, service clubs, neighborhoods could surround those who have stepped out in courage to home and care for OUR children????

That is exactly what we discussed at our very first Victory Village round table September 19th. We discussed the hurts, the challenges, the needs, the hearts of those who are doing the hard work every single day…..and the hearts of those who want to come alongside and help those who are called to home OUR children with the simplest of things. Over and over again we heard the same thing…”it’s not things we need….but simply helping hands on the days we are overwhelmed..” we also heard over and over again as folks shared around the table……”the system is so broken….so broken”. As my very wise leader said today …..”children shouldn’t even be in systems……they need to be in homes”. We are certainly not all called to foster or adopt……but as a community that is full of generosity and “can do” spirit……aren’t we all able to be a family’s village…with a meal, laundry help, automotive repair, homework help….even gas money for the families who are endlessly ubering for 5 or 6 fosters! So many great ideas tossed back and forth by social workers, former Exodus kids, foster mom and dads, non profits and people who just want to do something that will have an impact!! So much more to talk about….the next round table will be October 31st 1-3pm at the farm. There will be more round tables as we collectively put our heads and hearts together as we pursue God’s plan for transforming the lives of OUR children! PM us for questions or call Ginger at 530-953-7178. What if we could be the village that makes foster and foster adopt families victorious in the challenges and makes OUR children victorious as they journey through their struggles to purpose and success? What if???

10/08/2026

Psalm 139:14
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."

10/07/2026

We can't believe what we're hearing either! We are just 8 short weeks from (on December 1st, 2026)!

During Giving Tuesday season, you can look forward to reading some of our favorite stories from our team, our kiddos, and even some of our horses! This year our theme, for so many reasons, is - because it does take a village: to love and support our community, to encourage and champion our community's kids, and to run this farm! ❤️

If you haven't joined us before for , it is a national day of giving focused on supporting the amazing nonprofits in our local communities. It's also one of our favorite times of year here at Exodus Farms, because we get to share more about the farm with our dear "farm"-ily and new friends!

Stay tuned for new videos, stories, and posts throughout October and November, and share them with your friends, family, coworkers - anyone who loves kids and horses! In the meantime, share this Save the Date and let them know to follow our page for more stories. ❤️

And remember this Giving Tuesday season - we are all part of the village!

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For those of you who kindly remind us to post the date each year, Early Giving begins on Tuesday, November 17th, 2026, and the link to our 2026 profile is https://www.northstategives.org/organization/Exodus-Farms-Ministry .

If this is your first time hearing about us, you can learn more about the farm and how we help horses and kids at: https://www.exodusfarms.org/ .

Foundation of the North State

10/02/2026

Micah 6:8
New International Version
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

09/29/2026

Musings from the founder…

Mondays…..they can be full of joyful anticipation…….or full of trepidation……and I have decided the difference is all about what we focus on! I can focus on all the challenges that a new week brings……..not enough volunteers, meetings, doctor appointments, hoof abscesses….and all the unknown hiccups that hide in the shadows of Monday through Saturday. OR…….i can focus on all the unexpected and unknown blessings that God wants to shower on me…….whether it’s sharing what we do with a lovely group of church ladies, discover a breakthrough with a challenging horse, having dinner with a tableful of new friends, getting to relax on my deck for the first time in ages, belly laughing with family….or simply a nap……all precious blessings in the midst of my challenges! These two crazy dogs have got it right…..they joyfully hope that there is going to be at least one ball in that metal can and they joyfully hope that someone will come and throw it for them! A young man I met this week named Samuel….also has it right! Dark ebony hair and the sweetest dark brown eyes…..he is probably about eight….the softest, kindest face and a voice to match…you could tell he was a very quiet soul. I shook his hand and told him it was a pleasure to meet him and I was so glad he had come to the farm. He looked up at me with those eyes……and said “Miss Ginger, can I tell you sumthin?” “Of course you can my friend!” “Every time I come here…I am going to smile….cause this is the happiest place I’ve been….” “I bet..” I thought to myself…… having just learned of his early history of violence and abuse. And yet, here was my new little friend……..expecting nothing more than joy and smiles from this new place. He…..and these crazy dogs…….could teach us all a lesson on approaching a new week……❤️

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Romans 12:12

Address

6411 Park Ridge Drive
Anderson, CA
96007

Telephone

+15309537178

Website

http://www.exodusfarms.org/

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