Donate!
Refuge Ranch is a 501c3 non profit organization.   Absolutely all of our
programs are offered free of charge to anyone who needs them!  Refuge
receives no government funding or assistance.  We are funded entirely by
private donations.  We are currently set up to take cash, check or credit card.
 If you wish to donate online with a credit card via PayPal, simply click the
link below












If you would like to send your donation through the mail, feel free to send it
to the following address:
Refuge Ranch
3845 Delay Rd.
Pawnee, IL  62558



Contribution Receipts   
With the contact information we receive, we distribute contribution receipts
via mail or email quarterly to every donor.  If you donated to Refuge Ranch
and did not receive a quarterly contribution receipt and would like to, feel
free to email  Jonathan Sperry and we would be happy to put one together
for you.
Thank you for your desire to partner with Refuge Ranch!
Other Ways to Contribute
In Kind Donations:

In kind donations are all other donations that
are not a monetary gift.  Refuge accepts such
items as used tack, gift cards, building  
supplies for projects, etc.   If you would like to
make an in kind donation, feel free to contact
us and set up a time to deliver your gift and
maybe even take a quick tour of the farm!  


Here is our Wish List!
Equine:

  • Fly Spray, Fly Spray, Fly Spray  
    (We also need fly masks and fly
    boots on a pretty regular basis.)
  • Hay (Grass or Alfalfa/Grass mix)   
    As the cost of hay continues to
    rise, it becomes more and more
    difficult to feed horses.  More and
    more horses are being starved or
    abandoned because their owners
    cannot afford hay.  We can only
    take on as many horses as we
    can feed, and that is related
    directly to the amount of hay we
    are able to purchase.
  • New or Used Tack   We can
    always accept new and used
    tack.  What we cannot use here at
    Refuge is sold to benefit the
    operation of the farm.
  • Grooming supplies (curry combs,
    brushes, and hoof picks.
  • Dewormer

Participants

  • Boots   We are always in need of
    women’s and children’s boots in
    all sizes.
  • Drinks & Snacks   Prepackaged
    drinks and snacks for the kids are
    welcomed.  Particularly freeze
    pops and bottled water!
  • Coffee & Hot Chocolate
  • Helmets    Helmets are an
    absolute must for the safety of
    participants.  Due to liability and
    safety guidelines, we cannot
    accept used helmets.  All helmets
    must be new and meet current
    ASTM/SEI certification standards.  
    Equestrian helmets are designed
    specifically for the type of injury
    which is most likely to occur when
    riding horses, so unfortunately
    bike helmets are not appropriate.

Building Supplies/Landscaping

  • Gift cards for Tractor Supply Co.,
    Big R, Farm & Home, or Menards  
  • 8’ or 16’ treated pine decking
    (new or used in good condition)  
    For our never ending fencing
    projects.
  • Railroad ties
  • Gravel
  • Sand
  • Weed Spray
  • Grass/Pasture Seed
  • Bird Feeders/Bird Seed

Farm Equipment/Misc.

  • Plastic manure forks
  • Rakes
  • Wire cutters
  • Garden hose



Prayer
Truly, the greatest gift that anyone can give . . . is to simply pray for us.  Prayer
costs us nothing but a few moments of our time, it is something that everyone can
give and it is unquestionably the one of the most powerful things that we can do for
each other.  The facilities, children, and horses are in constant need of protection,
wisdom, and direction. Those who choose to lift us up in prayer are an incredible
gift to us and the children and horses we serve.

Cash Donations
Although for participants and visitors the ranch is free of charge, running and
maintaining such a facility is quite costly.   All cash donations are greatly
appreciated.

If I make a donation, where does it go?
Unless otherwise designated by the giver, all monetary donations go into the
general operating fund. These funds are used to pay for program expenses, ranch
maintenance and horse care.

Are donations Tax-deductible?
Refuge Ranch is a 501(c)3 non profit organization and as such we can supply tax
receipts for all donations that include but are not limited to: monetary donations,
horse tack, ranch equipment, feed, land, building supplies, horses, etc.  
Contribution statements are sent out quarterly.

Can I donate my tack and/or horse equipment?
As Refuge Ranch is just getting started, we are in need of tack and equipment.    
We are asking those who would like to donate tack to ship it to our address or
contact the ranch to set up a drop off time.   We also want donors to be aware that
if we are unable to use tack, we will find a good home for it or sell it to raise funds
for the ranch. Many individuals may prefer to sell tack themselves and donate part
of the proceeds to the ranch - we will gladly accept that also.
Frequently Asked Questions About Donating
3845 Delay Rd       Pawnee, IL        62558          email:  refuge@refuge-ranch.org
3845 Delay Rd       Pawnee, IL        62558          email:  refuge@refuge-ranch.org
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