Volunteer
Help with chores, feeding, fencing, event setup, or simply being a steady presence for the people we serve. No horse experience required — we will teach you.
Ask about volunteering →Get Involved
There is a place here for you.
Shining Light Sanctuary runs on neighbors who show up. Give your time, your skills, your supplies, or your support — all of it keeps our programs free for Veterans, at-risk children and youth, and their families.
Donate goods & services
Hay, feed, tack, fencing, lumber, and gift cards go straight to the ground. Professional services — farrier, vet, hauling, welding, mowing, bookkeeping — are just as valuable.
See what we need →Sponsor
Businesses and families can underwrite a program, a camp week, or the monthly care of one animal. We are glad to recognize you alongside our partners.
Meet our partners →Give
One-time or monthly gifts fund Veterans, youth, and animal care. Choose the track that matters most to you — every dollar keeps our programs free of charge.
Donate now →Forms & waivers
Every volunteer and participant signs a waiver before their first visit, and we keep a signed copy on file. You can sign online in a couple of minutes, or download and print the form that applies to you.
Sign a waiver online- Download →
Volunteer Waiver
Required for anyone volunteering on the ranch. Revised July 2025 · Word document
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Participant Waiver
Required for every participant and family before their first visit. Revised July 2025 · Word document
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Summer Camp Waiver
Required for children attending summer and seasonal camps. PDF
Ranch wishlist
Our biggest current needs are a 40+ HP tractor, a roundpen, and horse trailers. If you can help with one of these — or know someone who can — we would love to talk.