Latest News and Press
Celebrating Leadership: Executive Director Patrice Gibson Earns CFRE Credential
We are excited to share that our Executive Director, Patrice Gibson, has officially earned her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential! Administered by CFRE International, this globally recognized designation signifies excellence, ethics, and mastery in nonprofit fundraising leadership. Patrice’s dedication to expanding her expertise ensures Shining Hope Farms remains sustainable, strong, and focused on creating greater community impact.
Shining Hope Farms to Host Charity Bass Tournament on Lake Norman
On Saturday, May 20, Mt. Holly based nonprofit Shining Hope Farms will be hosting a charity bass tournament on Lake Norman. The event will be taking place at the Beatty’s Ford Access Area in Denver, NC.
Shining Hope Farms Receives Renewed Premier Accredited Center Status
Shining Hope Farms is excited to announce that they have again achieved their Premier Accredited Center status with PATH Intl. (the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International), the governing organization for equine-assisted activities and therapies for individuals with disabilities and Veterans.
Speedway Children’s Charities Supports Shining Hope Farms for 11th Year
Press Release: It was announced last month that one of the Speedway Children’s Charities grantees receiving a portion of the $785,400 granted would be Mt. Holly based nonprofit Shining Hope Farms.
Shining Hope Farms Receives Support From Gold Bond Building Products, LLC
Press Release: Shining Hope Farms is pleased to announce that it has received a $25,000 gift from local company Gold Bond Building Products, LLC to support its equine assisted activities and therapies programs.
Corning Makes a Big Impact at Shining Hope Farms
We want to thank Corning Optical Communications employees for their day of service at our Charlotte location on September 27. Special thanks to Melissa Schmidt for coordinating the day for us. They were able to totally transform the property by accomplishing many projects.
How Hippotherapy Helped Julian to Thrive
Julian is a happy and outgoing 6-year-old boy. Julian began receiving in home therapy services including physical therapy as a baby. When he turned two and a half Julian and his family found Shining Hope Farms and began outpatient physical therapy services including hippotherapy. Since starting physical therapy services at Shining Hope Farms, Julian has made amazing progress.
University Christian High Schools Cross Country Team Partners with Shining Hope Farms
On November 10th 2022, Shining Hope Farms staff members Destynee Sanders and Joan Rex were honored to receive a donation from University Christian High Schools Cross Country Team.
N Hickory Lowe’s Helps
Thank you so much to our Lowe’s store #2370 of N Hickory and their team members for giving so generously of your time, talent and tithe. We will be able to offer our clients two new private sensory rooms before the end of 2022. This was only possible because of your willingness and the willingness of your teams volunteer service on November 9-10.
Shining Hope Farms Celebrates 20 Years
Shining Hope Farms is excited to announce 20 years of service to children and adults with special needs, Veterans, and those in need of mental health services across our communities.
SHF Staff Member Attends ESMHL Workshop Thanks to Harold T. Sumner Professional Education Grant
Shining Hope Farms is grateful to have received a Harold T. Sumner Professional Education Grant from the Gaston Community Foundation. The grant made it possible for Shining Hope Farms staff member Cindy Demers to attend an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning workshop. Attending the workshop has prepared Cindy to work in our Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, or EAP, sessions.
Gaston Community Foundation Funds Sprinkler System at Mt. Holly Farm
This past year the Gaston Community Foundation generously funded the installation of a sprinkler system at our Mt. Holly farm. It has made a world of difference in keeping the dust down in our arena and making the environment so much more comfortable for everyone (clients, staff, and equines alike). Thank you so much Gaston Community Foundation!
Shining Hope Farms Receives Support from Local Belmont Nonprofit Mite
Press Release: Shining Hope Farms is pleased to announce that it has received a $15,000 pledge from local Belmont nonprofit Mite for Shining Hope Farms’ Therapeutic Riding Program. Mite’s mission is to join givers and charities in first-class, trustworthy humanitarian outreach. Shining Hope Farms was chosen after a thorough vetting process against a number of stringent criteria.
Support From The Rosendin Foundation Helps Shining Hope Farms Provide Occupational Therapy Services
There is currently an enormous demand nationally and within our own community for occupational therapy, due in part to the rise in autism spectrum diagnoses.
2022 Love Week at Shining Hope Farms
This past week was LOVE WEEK for the Outreach Team at Elevation Church. During the last week in July, members of Elevation Church go out into communities all over the world, to partner with organizations like Shining Hope Farms, to make a difference in the lives of those who are in need of hope.
Shining Hope Farms Delighted to Receive Support from the Carrie E. and Lena V. Glenn Foundation for their Mt. Holly Therapy Services Program
We are so pleased to announce that Shining Hope Farms has again received a grant from the Carrie E. and Lena V. Glenn Foundation to support our Therapy Services program at our Gaston County location in Mt. Holly.
Shining Hope Farms Designated EQUUS Foundation 2022 Guardian.
Transparency is very important to us, which is why we are pleased to announce that Shining Hope Farms has been designated an EQUUS Foundation 2022 Guardian, one of only four Guardians in the state of North Carolina.
Annual 2022 Tack Sale
Join us for Shining Hope Farms’ Annual Tack Sale taking place at our Mt. Holly farm on June 18, 2022.
Shining Hope Farms to Offer Group Mental Health Counseling
We are acutely aware that mental health services are needed now more than ever. We are thrilled to be offering group equine assisted psychotherapy at our Conover farm this summer to meet this need in the community. We can also accommodate individual sessions if...
Shining Hope Farms Receives Grant Award from Disabled Veterans National Foundation
Shining Hope Farms is honored to announce it has received a grant from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) for $10,000, which will fund its Saddles and Salutes program that serves Veterans in the Western Piedmont region of North Carolina through equine assisted activities and therapies (EAAT).
SHF Awarded Funds from NMWC as Gold Grantee
On Tuesday, May 3rd, Shining Hope Farms was awarded funds from the North Mecklenburg Women's Club (NMWC) as their Gold grantee at their 2022 All-Star Celebration and Evening of Gratitude. We were so honored to be selected as their Gold grantee in 2021 and now we can't...