Taking The Reins
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Advancing Girl-Power Through Horse-Power
Who we are
Who we are

We are Taking The Reins. We encourage at-risk girls to act Boldly with Courage and Confidence, through experiences with horses at our urban farm.

What we do?
Our Vision
There’s a place where we want to guide these young girls to go — a place of inner-fortitude, confidence, and limitless potential. Experience tells us that they often can find their way to that place, over time, on the back of a horse and in nature.

One time gift

Supporting Taking the Reins with a one time gift is greatly appreciated. You can help TTR finish the new barn or support a child, horse or barn animal. Many donors choose to sponsor a girl or animal for one session, which is $500.00 every six weeks.

Donate today!

Monthly giving

We love monthly giving to support an animal or girl. You can choose the amount that is comfortable for you and know you are supporting something you love. Whatever you choose, you can rest assured your gift will have a positive affect on the life of a young woman.

Thank you for donating!

Corporate Giving; Foundations & Trusts

Many corporations will offer to match monetary gifts you make to non-profits. Ask your company today! Also, if you have or are affiliated with a foundation or trust, larger gifts make a long term difference in the lives of under served girls in the Los Angeles Basin.

Set it up today 

You can make a difference in the life of a girl!

With a donation to Taking the Reins you will change the life of an underserved girl in Los Angeles.

Taking the Reins is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Your donations are tax-deductible. (Tax ID #95-4688657)

News and Updates

We need your help this #GivingTuesday

I hope you have enjoyed our recent updates. As friends and supporters of Taking the Reins, I like to keep you informed. As you heard from members of our “herd” – last week, covering the rapidly-rising costs of horse care is currently our greatest need. Since the start...

Our horses have a favor to ask …

Hi human friends – It’s Lovie and the rest of the horses from Taking the Reins here! We hope you had a great Thanksgiving with your families. People tell us that it’s a day to be grateful and a day with lots of yummy food. That sounds fun! We are grateful for the hay,...

We are on Instagram
Summer at Taking The Reins ☀️😎🍉💦🐴

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Not to brag, but our girls and horses crushed this trend 😂👋🏼

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In loving memory of Cassie 🪽 2004-2025

Cassie was more than just a horse-she was a gentle guide, a patient teacher, and a loving companion. From preschool classrooms to elementary school yards, from birthday parties to field trips, Cassie brought joy and comfort to hundreds of children. Her calm nature and quiet strength made even the most nervous first-time visitor feel welcome.

She joined Taking the Reins in 2013, and she holds the rare distinction of being the only horse still with us from the moment our Executive Director began her journey here.
Cassie witnessed so much growth -not
only in the program, but in the girls who led her, brushed her, walked beside her, anc learned from her.

Cassie may have been a mini, but the space she filled-both in our barn and in our hearts- was anything but small. Her memory lives on in the stories we tell, the photos we treasure, and the confidence she helped so many young people find

Thank you Cassie, for everything. You will always be part of the foundation that Taking the Reins stands on. We love you Cassie, you have left on our hearts.

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⭐️ OPPORTUNITY FAIR | this Saturday, May 31 ⭐️

Come support our junior board this Saturday during their opportunity fair! We will also have dogs for adoption, information for high schools, raffles for a free week of summer camp, lunch, and much more. Free entry and lunch for a small fee of $10 (with all proceeds going back to our junior board)

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A big thank you this Teacher Appreciation Week goes out to Austin! Not only does he keep everything working properly looking beautiful on our property as the Facility Manager, but he also teaches our life skills class. This includes wood shop, car mechanics and many other things! 🤎

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Happy Teacher Appreciation week to Emily our Garden Instructor! She is newer to the team, but making a great impact on our girls. She teaches them about all things nature and helps them create healthy, delicious meals in our kitchen. Thank you Emily! We are grateful for you. 🪴

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