HOPE Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc.

05/07/2025

Wishing everyone a happy & safe holiday weekend! 🇺🇸💥

31/12/2024

As we close another year and begin the next, we wanted to share a recap of this past year and our progress. Currently there are 6 horses and a miniature donkey who reside with us. Calls and investigations continue to come in on a regular basis and we enjoy working with and meeting new people. The final gates were set on the new addition as well as posts and fence along and through the pond. Once additional trees are removed, the horses will be able to enjoy the additional space. The north pasture was reseeded and an extremely nice run-in was set- -the Frank Buchanan, Sr Memorial Shelter. Finally, 10 feeding stations have been built in both lots for convenience of feeding by volunteers. We couldn’t continue to make upgrades and enhancements without the financial support of those who donate but also our wonderful service providers. We’d like to take the time to thank them…John Ray, Ray’s Backhoe; Steve Bunnage, Bunnage Farms; Ronnie Wright & the staff at Kincaids; Beau Tatum, Beau’s Tree Service; Wayne County Juvenile Probation; Wayne County Soil & Water; and David Buchanan, Buchanan Farms. We are looking forward to the new year, continued progress and providing service to Wayne and surrounding counties.

Wishing a Happy New Year to all our Friend’s & Supporters!🎉

15/05/2024

5 years ago today, we were officially licensed by the Illinois Department of Agriculture as a horse rescue. Many phone calls, messages, miles and horses later and we are still here thriving to serve our community. We have been blessed by groups and volunteers, clubs and organizations that have assisted us and allowed us the opportunity to share the need for such facilities throughout not only our local community, but state and country as well. Today as we mailed all of our numerous documents for renewal, it was a time of reflection for what we have been able to do, but also what is to come. The brochure that is shared is just a very small piece of what has been accomplished. We would encourage you to continue to follow us in the coming months as we share updates and information. But, most of all, "Thank You" for the continued support and encouragement.

16/03/2024

Last year brought more investigations & working horses running at large so it’s been awhile since we’ve been able to share a rescue. Today we brought this beautiful mare in as an owner surrender. She’s a 21 1/2 year old blind bay. She has a white blaze on her face & fetlocks on her legs. We were told that she lost her sight in an accident & has resided with her current owner as a pasture pet since. She is very gentle, halters, leads, loads & trailers well. She will be available for adoption in 2 weeks. Introducing…May.

09/08/2023

It’s been some time since we’ve made a post and I felt the best update I could give is to thank the service people who work with us. We’ve had several new faces both resident and professional and while our posts have been quiet, we are still here and busier than ever. To just say Thank You, isn’t enough so let me preface by saying this…

The Rescue presented a new opportunity for us just over 3 years when I became certified as an Approved Humane Investigator. I was encouraged to take the training to better assist me with assessing horses thinking I wouldn’t use the skills on much, often or on anything beyond horses. However, that certification has taken me on a very adventurous path allowing me to work with law officials and pet owners not only in Wayne County but several others as well. I appreciate the opportunities I’ve had and like to think I bring a proactive approach to the circumstances. Always know that if you initiate a complaint, there is usually another side to the story or explanation of which you are not entitled to know. In the past few weeks, I’ve worked several animal issues and met some pretty great people who truly love animals. While I can’t always resolve a situation the way the you might like, meeting the 4 criteria in the best interest of the animal is foremost. Patience is the key allowing pet owners and animal control the opportunity to resolve issues as opposed to impoundment which we all know is overcrowded.

We truly live in an area where people come together when needed. I am eternally grateful for the team that have stood behind me, assisted me when needed and are true Christian people. To know last week that I could pick up the phone and 2 of you show up to assist with securing a horse headed into Fairfield on the highway during morning work commute was truly amazing. So to conclude this post, I’d like to give a shout out to those who have been so supportive in the past several months; Lexi Tripp-Equine Dentistry, John Ray-Ray’s Backhoe, Dr Larry Best-Crestview Vet Clinic, Steven Bunnage-Bunnage Farms, and my cousin, David Buchanan. Most of all, thank you to my family for supporting my dream.

PS…Steven, thanks for the unexpected delivery of hay today. Not many women would appreciate the gesture but it melts this gals heart.

10/10/2022

We’ve been a bit remiss in posting quite as often the last several months. For that, we apologize. It just means we’re busy with the horses. Today we welcomed this beautiful gal, Olivia Lou, through owner surrender. She is a 14 year old thoroughbred who came in clean with complete vaccines, Coggins and registered papers in hand. While we are always happy to have new residents, she needs a forever home. If you or anyone you know would be interested in adopting Liv, please reach out to us.

21/09/2022

We proudly lend our support to Miss Brooklyn Hazel!

29/04/2022

It’s been awhile since we’ve made a post & for that our apologies. Great things are still happening here at HOPE which are keeping us busy with the horses. Yesterday we were honored again to work with the Wayne County CEO program sharing what we do, how to start and operate a nonprofit organization. We love visitors and sharing with our community. Visits are still welcome by appointment. We will be sharing some further posts in the coming days along with our then and now adoptions so stay tuned!

17/01/2022

Yesterday we said goodbye to one of the sweetest spirits that ever walked through our gates. Burt’s Bar “Buster” was approximately 28 years old. He came to us from a young lady as a retirement after a life of both trail riding and barrel racing. During his time here, he was the gentlest, kindest, old gentleman. He was a favorite among our visitors and a valued friend to not only the other Rescues, but my son, Tyler. He was gracious with the other horses always waiting last to be fed and stepping aside for another. As we lay him to rest today, we know that he will forever be in our hearts and that his time here with us was so very special.

07/01/2022

09/09/2021

If you are a follower of our page, progress, friend, supporter or just a horse enthusiast, please take the time to nominate us. You're welcome to pull down a favorite photo from our page. Help us help the Rescue!

Our Rescue Your Rescue contest is BACK! We’ve partnered with Canidae Pet Food to grant EIGHT animal rescue organizations $25,000 each. Today thru 9/12, nominate a favorite 501(c)3 animal rescue organization for a chance to win $25,000!

Submit a photo of your rescued pet or a pet from the organization plus a quick summary of why this rescue should win one of the eight $25,000 Grand Prizes @ https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/cms/rescueyourrescue. We’ll have 25 finalists move on to the voting round starting on 10/11.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Only 501(c)(3) animal welfare organizations in the 50 US/DC. Nomination period ends 9/12/21. Voting ends 10/17/21. Rules: TractorSupply.com/RescueYourRescue.