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To enhance resilience and connection through equine-assisted services for service members, veterans, first responders, similarly situated individuals, and their families as they navigate life’s challenges.

11/25/2025

A huge thank-you to Pat and McKenzie! 🎄✨

Our volunteers showed up in full holiday spirit and helped make the Ashland Parade a success this Sunday. We pulled together a fun, last-minute mini float, and their teamwork and energy made it all come together.

We would have loved to bring the horses this year, but circumstances didn’t allow for it. We’re already planning and looking forward to having them with us next year! 🐴❤️

Thank you again, Pat and McKenzie — we appreciate you both so much!

11/21/2025

✨ Thank You to Our Gold Sponsor — Mechanicsville Kia! ✨

Mended Sparrow is proud to recognize Mechanicsville Kia as our Gold Sponsor. Their support helps us continue providing no-cost, equine-assisted programs for service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

We’re grateful for their commitment to our mission and to the community we serve.
Thank you, Mechanicsville Kia, for standing with us.

11/20/2025

📣 Partner Announcement

Mended Sparrow is excited to welcome two new partners whose missions align with our work and help strengthen the support we provide to service members, veterans, first responders, and their families:

✨ Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) – Community Engagement
VCU’s Community Engagement division focuses on connecting students, faculty, and community organizations in meaningful, hands-on work. Their collaboration with Mended Sparrow helps bridge academic learning with real-world impact, supporting projects and initiatives that benefit the populations we serve.

✨ Virginia Partnership for Horses
The Virginia Partnership for Horses is a statewide coalition dedicated to advancing the welfare, education, and responsible care of horses across Virginia. Their partnership reinforces our commitment to high standards of equine care, horsemanship, and public awareness around equine-related programs.

We’re grateful for both organizations’ willingness to collaborate and look forward to what we’ll build together.

11/14/2025

Friendly Reminder! 🐴💚
Our Fundraiser Obstacle Course Event is this Sunday, November 16th from 2–5 PM, and we still have a few spots remaining!

Come test your skills on our 16-obstacle course with your horse, enjoy time on the farm, and support Mended Sparrow, Inc.

Every dollar raised helps us keep our services free of cost for the service members, veterans, first responders, and families we serve. 🇺🇸🚓🚒

👉 To reserve your spot, send us a message [email protected]

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day from Mended Sparrow, Inc. 🇺🇸

Today, we honor all who have served — the men and women who stood ready to defend, protect, and lead with courage. Your service reminds us that freedom is never free, and your resilience continues to inspire us every day.

At Mended Sparrow, we’re proud to stand beside our nation’s veterans, offering a space where connection, healing, and strength take shape through partnership with horses.

From all of us here — thank you for your sacrifice, your integrity, and your continued example of what it means to serve.

11/08/2025

🇺🇸 Hey friends!

If you don’t have plans today, come on out and join us at the Veterans Day Car Show at Harley-Davidson of Richmond (12200 Harley Club Drive, Ashland, VA) from 11AM to 5:00 PM!

We’re here supporting this awesome event — it’s a great way to spend your Saturday while honoring those who’ve served. ❤️

🔥 Don’t miss the Chili Cook-Off between Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue, and Military — it’s always a crowd favorite!
🏆 Plus, check out the Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show with awards for Best in Show, Top 30 (pre-1999), and Top 20 (2000–2025).

All proceeds go to support Vets on Track Foundation, helping veterans rebuild and reconnect.

So if you’ve been wondering what to do today — come say hi, grab some chili, and help support a great cause! 🇺🇸

10/31/2025

🌾 Volunteer Shoutout! 🌾

We want to give a huge thank-you to the incredible volunteers Joe, Nick, Adam, Wayne, Sandy, Lizzy and James who came out last Sunday to lend a hand around the farm! 💪

Over time as the ground got compacted, rain had caused a pool of water to develop in the run-through area — and thanks to this hardworking crew, it’s finally fixed! Dry footing is essential for preventing hoof issues and keeping our horses healthy as they continue partnering with those we serve. 🐴💦

They also helped us clean out the hay barn in preparation for 78 round bales coming in for the winter season. ❄️

Your time, energy, and heart make a world of difference for both our horses and the people we serve. 💛

If you have a skill or talent you’d like to share — and want to make an impact on the lives of service members, veterans, and first responders — we’d love to hear from you about joining our volunteer team!
📧 [email protected]

10/25/2025

💡 Exciting News!
Mended Sparrow, Inc. is honored to be a proud recipient of a $4,445 Power of Change grant from (REC)!

Over 60 applications were submitted, and 33 incredible organizations were selected for this round of funding. This grant will go directly toward building a permanent toilet facility in our barn, improving accessibility and comfort for all who visit our farm—especially the service members, veterans, first responders, and families we serve. 🚿🐴

This opportunity is made possible through the generosity of REC member-owners who round up their electric bills through The Power of Change program. Together, their contributions help the CARE Charity award grants to nonprofits like ours—making a real difference across our communities.

We’re deeply grateful for this support and for everyone who chooses to give back. 💙
Learn more or contribute at 👉 www.thepowerofchange.org

10/20/2025

🎉 Our Obstacle Course Fundraiser Was a Hit! 🎉

A huge thank-you to everyone who showed up yesterday—participants, volunteers, and supporters who made the day such a success. To date $1,262 raised so far in support of Mended Sparrow’s mission to keep our programs free for service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

From first-timers testing their courage to returning riders building on their skills.

💥 Missed this one?
Don’t worry—we still have two obstacle course series left this year:
📅 November 16th and December 14th | 🕑 2 PM – 5 PM | spots available |[email protected]

The course is also available for private rentals when space allows, inquire 804-845-0536

Message us for details or to reserve your spot today!

10/15/2025

💫 Big Boy Moments with Dad 💫
Today, Sparrow’s Orion took on a brand-new challenge — the noodle obstacle! 🟣🟡🟢

At first, he wasn’t so sure about those colorful noodles, but what made the moment even more special was seeing how naturally Leonidas (Dad) stepped in to help. It was as if he understood exactly what was needed, staying close by to guide and encourage Orion through each step. Moments like these remind us just how much our horses get it — and how deeply they show up when we’re working together. ❤️🐴

A heartfelt thank you to Mark and Melissa Hagerman for their full sponsorship of Orion. Their support helps us continue his care and development as he grows and learns from the relationships within his herd — the foundation of every future EAL horse. 🌾✨

Other members of our herd are also available for sponsorship. If you’d like to be part of their journey, inquire to learn more!

10/05/2025

✨ Leatherwork Without Limits ✨

This past week we had the honor of teaching a leather belt-making class for a group of veteran women from the VA Medical Center with visual impairments. Starting with a side of hide, each woman cut, punched, and crafted her own belt from beginning to end.

The beauty of this event was in seeing focus, skill, and craftsmanship come alive—showing that when determination meets opportunity, the results are limitless.

As Henry Ford once said: “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t—you’re right.”

A heartfelt thank-you to the anonymous donors whose generosity made this experience possible. Your quiet support helped create a day filled with confidence, accomplishment, and connection. 🖤

09/30/2025

🚔💙🐴 Henrico Police Department – Wellness in the Arena 🐴💙🚔

This past week, we had the honor of hosting a unit from the Henrico Police Department for a half-day wellness event at Mended Sparrow, Inc.

The officers participated in a series of equine-assisted learning activities designed to build connection and teamwork alongside our horses.

“Was able to take the unit for an amazing wellness activity.” – Tony Ruddy

“I loved getting to build the connection with my teammates and the horses. The ‘Hear no evil, see no evil’ really showed where teamwork & trust come together.” – Participant

We are grateful to support those who serve and to provide this program at no cost to participants.

Address

Mechanicsville, VA
23111

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18048450536

Website

http://MendedSparrow.org/

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