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Our Mission
a place where rescued animals and people awaken each other
We provide physical and emotional support to people and animals through principled practices and facilitated nature based, experiential growth and learning interactions with our restorative herd of rescued animals.
Our Impact
Since Jan. 2006 Big Heart Ranch has been healing disadvantaged children and families by providing therapeutic interaction with rescued animals. We are self funded and have donated over $800,000 in therapeutic services to children, families, veterans and those repairing from trauma.
100+
ANIMAL liveS SAVED
We have rescued and rehabilitated dozens of chickens, bunnies, goats, pigs, horses, donkeys, and even a couple of alpacas. Our animals live free on a beautiful plot of ocean-front land in Malibu, graciously donated by ALO House Recovery Centers. They are loved and cared for by hundreds of volunteers and visitors.
12+
Years Serving communities
Established in 2006, Big Heart Ranch has worked with dozens of community partners in Southern California to enrich human lives through connection with and service to rescued animals.
5+
Thousand human lives Impacted
Whether you come for a half-day session, a day-long retreat, or a few hours of community service, your time at Big Heart Ranch will have far reaching and long lasting impact.
Our Programs
FAMILY Connection ExperiEnces
private Sessions
Full-day retreats
EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH
half-day retreats
CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING
THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
WEEKEND COMMUNITY DAYS
“Animals touch our souls, heal our psyches and restore our bodies.”
Animal Grace by Mary Lou Randour
Our Conscious Community Partners
Conscious Community Connection
BIG Heart Ranch believes in the interdependence of community. Common unity means we are caring and compassionate to Mother Earth and all her beings. We are an inclusive, non-judgmental “family”.
“We are all related.”
Get Involved
Whether you want to experience a session, spend some time volunteering, or donate to the ranch, we can’t wait to get you involved with Big Heart Ranch!
Sign Up For a Program
Experience a Horse Inspired Growth and Healing (HIGH) or Horse Inspired Psychotherapy (HIP) session.
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer at the ranch! Be of service to your community, connect with nature, connect with the animals.
Make a Donation
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit. Every donated dollar helps us save more animals and change more human lives.
