Wild Rhody Ranch
is a 501(c)(3) non-profit faith-based ranch, serving our community for the purpose of mentoring youth, encouraging families and rescuing equine.
Based near Port Townsend, we started in 1993 with a rescue mare who had been abused at an early age. As others were drawn to her, we soon found that she was instrumental in helping bring healing and encouragement to others. Over the years we have witnessed transformational changes to people of all ages, including our veterans, through developing a trusting bond between our horses and humans.
In order to continue in our endeavors with excellence, we need your help. With the rising costs of our economy, maintenance and care expense is also rising. Our goal is to not only take the best of care for the land we lease, our facility and horses, but also to serve those who participate in our activities regardless of income and affordability. We serve as many as we can free of charge. We desire to impart not only the joy that comes from the interacting with our beloved equine, but the skills and relationships gained that last a lifetime.
Founder - Marian Gilliland
has served our local youth through different capacities since 1990 via church youth groups, 4-H, Teen Centers and being an educator for more than 40 years. She has a heart to enhance the lives of others, share hope and see youth of all ages, veterans and families thrive.
Director - Jamie Gilliland
has spent most of her growing years in our community. She traveled abroad, working, managing, showing horses and learning from some of the top Equine trainers and leaders in America. She received her Riding Instructor Certification in 1998 and continues to serve her clientele.
Our Volunteers
We can’t speak highly enough about our volunteers! Their donations and sacrifice of time is heartfelt and needed. They are much appreciated and help to make us who we are.
Our Offerings
Year-round activities: Lessons, Parties, Leadership Training, Summer Camps, Gardening, Fund Raisers and more.
Please find it in your heart to make either a one time donation or better yet, a monthly recurring donation now and help us to continue our mission. Your donations are tax deductible.