Mighty Equines in Small Packages
Minis and Friends is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We are a group of caring people and horse lovers dedicated to sharing the love and spirit of miniature horses to those who need special, tender care. Our organization was specially created by a group of friends who want to share this exciting equine experience with you.
Minis and Friends is dedicated to bringing our mobile herd of trained miniature horses to visit and interact with people of all ages who may be suffering mentally, physically or emotionally. Our unique programs tailor activities for children with disabilities, at-risk youth, individuals in transition and elder adults to improve their motor skills, ability to connect, tactile response, use of senses and spirits through interaction with miniature horses.
Headliner News
Our first annual Charity Walk was a blast!
Click on the banner or here to read all about it
The Four Point News - Please read this wonderful article! Click below:
"Mighty Mini March Brought Horse Trailers Back Into Steiner Ranch"
Mini Thanks to our Sponsors: Travis County Sheriff's Office, Suzanne Huff and Friends, Tremendous Life Books, The Holden Family, The Market in Steiner Ranch, Austin City Living, Capital Printing Co, Cloud Trigger, Parmer Lane Pet Hospital, Broker Network Realty, Zookas, Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry, Spirit 105.9, Doug and Donna McLean
Exciting News! Minis and Friends is now a partner non-profit with "I Live Here, I Give Here" . Visit our page and DONATE through the widget there - and help keep Minis and Friends on their mission of bringing hope, healing and happiness throughout the greater Austin Metro area!
Minis Bear, Bodacious, Boo and Finn are stepping out Saturday, April 28, 2012, as magical minis at the Wonder Ball at Palmer Event Center benefitting Wonders and Worries. We are so excited to partner with this amazing non-profit which brings counseling and grief support to children with parents who have a terminal illness or recent passing. Stay tuned for pictures! It's gonna be great fun for all.
The May issue of Horse Illustrated is out! We received our complimentary copy today! We are in a box on page 48 called "Mini Miracle Workers", second paragraph! We are so excited to be in print in this awesome horse magazine. Mini thanks to Sharon Waller for inviting our participation!
Culture Map In partnership with I Live Here, I Give Here has chosen Minis and Friends as one of their favorite non-profits in Austin. Visit - " Little horses, big hearts: Minis and Friends bring hope and happiness to those in need" to read the delightful story!
Four Point News is going to Follow Minis and Friends we are thrilled to report. Please read the April Issue, page 4 and page 9 to read the awesome article written about the Mighty Mini March, April 22, 2012.
Mini Boot Camp News. We have 3 new sister organizations returning to their home states to start-up. Soon they will have their websites and Facebook pages set-up - we will connect you with these as soon as they are available. Knee-High Mini Tours (Alaska), Heaven Sent Half-Pints (Kentucky) and Minis and Friends Massachusetts (Massachusetts)!
We are excited to share Boo's Hooves is coming from Calgary, AB in May for a special Mini Boot Camp with us. Brenda was unable to make it in April, so we said come on down in May. We have 2 openings if there is others that are interested in our Tuition based certification workshop for Equine Guided Interactions (EGI) programs. Contact: minibootcamp@minisandfriends.org
Corporate Teambuilding /Community Service Teams
The United Way for their Spring Days of Caring" with teams from ASI, Intel and Texas Gas had a great time painting, checking fences, moving round pens and washing/grooming/shedding and running the minis through the Agility Course at Kristull Ranch. Thank YOU so much for coming out!
Corporate teambuilding / community service helps us to help boarding facilities who give us reduced boarding rates, a location to train volunteers and boot camp trainees and to just have Play Dates with all the little horses... the mini donkeys Lewis and Tiny Tim look wisely on :-)
KEYE-TV (CBS 42) filmed a segment today (August 17) for their "We Are Austin" show.. The minis had a great day showing their gentle ways and visiting with the Austin Children's Shelter, a monthly visit partner!
Keep Austin Green by Green Recyling for Minis and Friends This is a simple fundraiser that helps subsidize Minis and Friends budget. Our 501(c)3 non-profit organization utilizes the FundingFactory Recycling Program to recycle collected cartridges and cell phones. The program features FREE prepaid shipping labels, online accounting, and a business component that enables companies and individuals to collect cartridges and cell phones in support of our efforts. We need you or your company to collect used cell phones and empty printer cartridges within your company to benefit Minis and Friends. Click Here for More Information
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Wise Words
Horses change lives. They give our young people confidence and self esteem. They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls- they give us hope! ~ -Toni Robinson
NEW MAILING ADDRESS:
Minis and Friends
4509 Walsall Loop- Austin, TX 78749
- 512-293-8808
- EMAIL FOR QUICKEST RESPONSE:: info@minisandfriends.org
Great Non-Profits
2012 Visit Partners
Bastrop Nursing Home
Down's Syndrome Assoc of Central Texas
Investors Who Inspire
Baxter Trust Foundation
Our Boarding Ranches
Kristull Ranch (SE Austin)
Our Sponsors
Austin City Living
Broker Network Realty
Holden Family
Home Depot (Slaughter Ln)
Johnson Family
Pine Hill Texas (Bellville)
Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry
Suzanne Huff & Friends
Travis County Sheriff Office
Wal-mart Stores #1253, 2133 and 5317 (Austin)
Zookas Ultimate Burrito
Minis Equine Vets
The little horses and donkeys needs equine vets who understand their needs. Mini Thanks to All of our Veterinary Friends for their awesome help in keeping the minis happy and healthy!
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