<strong>Heart of the West raises funds for Carousel Ranch’s equestrian therapy  </strong> 
Cowboys could take selfies with loved ones at Carousel Ranch's Heart of the West on Saturday, Aug. 26. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Heart of the West raises funds for Carousel Ranch’s equestrian therapy   

https://youtu.be/QSXy5D6SnDA?feature=shared Wyatt Hickerson was born a micro preemie at 24 weeks and 5 days, weighing 1 pound, 6 ounces. He was later diagnosed with a borderline intellectual disability and attention-deficit/hyperactivity…

A Santa and holiday event that understands
Allie Hill, left, and her mother Kathleen receive s’mores from Ann Parr dressed as Mrs. Claus during Santa Day at Carousel Ranch in Agua Dulce, Calif., on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal

A Santa and holiday event that understands

More than 20 years ago, a Carousel Ranch family decided to host a holiday event that featured the big man himself, Santa Claus.   The father of the house that was…

Carousel Ranch holds open house, celebrates fundraising campaign
Kayla Davidson prepares to ride B.B. in the arena during the Carousel Ranch open house in Santa Clarita on Saturday, 022622. Dan Watson/The Signal

Carousel Ranch holds open house, celebrates fundraising campaign

Santa Clarita resident Mary Reagan said her daughter Mallory, 6, was diagnosed with autism when she was two-years-old.   Despite being physically healthy, Mallory struggles with fear and anxiety.   After taking…

Saddle up back at the ranch or experience Heart of the West at home
The 25th annual Heart of the West Dinner, Auction and Children’s Riding Demonstration is set for Aug. 28, and can be enjoyed in person or virtually. Courtesy photo

Saddle up back at the ranch or experience Heart of the West at home

Carousel Ranch has announced plans for the 25th annual Heart of the West Dinner, Auction, and Children’s Riding Demonstration set for Saturday, Aug. 28, starting at 6 p.m. This year, the annual fundraiser offers…

Heart of the West at Home garners ‘overwhelming’ support
Heart of the West founder and Carousel Ranch parent Jeanna Crawford hosts a watch party for the virtual 24th annual Heart of the West at Home fundraiser. Courtesy

Heart of the West at Home garners ‘overwhelming’ support

Each year, Carousel Ranch, a nonprofit that offers equestrian therapy to children with special needs, usually hosts a sellout crowd at its Agua Dulce property for its annual Heart of…

Carousel Ranch plans ‘Heart of the West’
Hundreds of attendees look on as Sebastian Velona demonstrates his riding skills on Annabelle at the 19th Annual Heart of the West, "Home at Last" event held at Carousel Ranch in Santa Clarita on Aug. 29, 2015. Dan Watson/The Signal

Carousel Ranch plans ‘Heart of the West’

Getting back up on that horse, but in a different way, Carousel Ranch has announced plans for the 24th annual Heart of the West dinner, an auction and children’s riding…

Express Clydesdales return to Santa Clarita
The express Clydesdale horses were welcome to Santa Clarita for an event benefiting Carousel Ranch Friday afternoon. January 03, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Express Clydesdales return to Santa Clarita

Staffing firm Express Employment Professionals and Carousel Ranch teamed up Friday to host a fundraiser at the local nonprofit equestrian-therapy facility, which gave families a chance to visit with the…

Carousel Ranch receives truck donation
Carousel Ranch’s students and staff gather with Ann-Marie and Mike Bjorkman (far left) after the donation of the Bjorkman's box truck. Courtesy of Carousel Ranch

Carousel Ranch receives truck donation

Mike and Ann-Marie Bjorkman, of Team Bjorkman Real Estate, donated their box truck to Carousel Ranch, a nonprofit that offers equestrian therapy to children and young adults with special needs.…

Carousel Ranch hosts 23rd annual ‘Heart of the West’
Preston Phillippi, 4, does a trick on a horse during his demonstration at the "Heart of the West" fundraiser. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal.

Carousel Ranch hosts 23rd annual ‘Heart of the West’

Carousel Ranch, a nonprofit that offers equestrian therapy to children with special needs, hosted a sellout crowd for its 23rd annual Heart of the West fundraiser at the Agua Dulce…

23rd annual ‘Heart of the West’ to benefit special needs therapy programs
Hundreds of attendees look on as Sebastian Velona demonstrates his riding skills on Annabelle at the 19th Annual Heart of the West, "Home at Last" event held at Carousel Ranch in Santa Clarita on Aug. 29, 2015. Dan Watson/The Signal

23rd annual ‘Heart of the West’ to benefit special needs therapy programs

Carousel Ranch, a nonprofit that offers equestrian therapy and vocational training for children and young adults with disabilities, is expecting a sellout crowd for their 23rd annual Heart of the…

Kaiser Permanente gives awards to eight SCV nonprofits
Community benefit manager Amy Wiese (second left) presents a check of $10,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. Courtesy photo: Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente gives awards to eight SCV nonprofits

Kaiser Permanente announced eight nonprofit organizations in Santa Clarita were awarded more than $62,000 in grant funds for their dedication for improving health and wellness, according to a news release issued Friday.

Carousel Ranch honors Crawford family contribution
Members of the Crawford family were honored with the naming of the Crawford Family Arena at Carousel Ranch this week. Carousel Ranch held its Heart of the West fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018, which raised more than $400,000.

Carousel Ranch honors Crawford family contribution

Carousel Ranch, a nonprofit that offers a variety of services for special needs children, honored the members of a family who have made that work possible, during a special ceremony…

Carousel Ranch holds annual Heart of the West fundraiser for children’s therapy program
For Tiffany Chairez, right, riding horses is a dream come true. A fan of shows and cinema featuring horses, from "Mr. Ed" to "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron," she stands by her horse Annabelle after taking part in the demonstration at Heart of the West. Ryan Mancini/The Signal

Carousel Ranch holds annual Heart of the West fundraiser for children’s therapy program

Several hundred guests attended the 22nd annual Heart of the West fundraiser at Carousel Ranch on Saturday evening.

Carousel Ranch Achieves $100,000 Fundraising Goal in Annual Giving Campaign
Carousel Ranch achieved its fundraising goal of $100,000 during its 2018 annual giving campaign. Funds raised help provide scholarships for students in need, and support the operations and growth of the equestrian therapy program and Ready to Work (RTW!) vocational training program. Courtesy photo

Carousel Ranch Achieves $100,000 Fundraising Goal in Annual Giving Campaign

By Teresa Todd, Santa Clarita Contributor Thanks to the generosity of more than 600 donors, Carousel Ranch achieved its fundraising goal of $100,000 during its 2018 annual giving campaign “Carousel…

Carousel Ranch hosting open house, fundraising drive
Dan Watson | Signal file photo Carousel Ranch Program Director Becky Graham, left, assists Elliot Ashe, 5, as she leans back on her horse, Mo, as she demonstrates her riding skills that also strengthen her body at the 19th Annual Heart of the West, "Home at Last" event held at Carousel Ranch in Santa Clarita on Saturday.

Carousel Ranch hosting open house, fundraising drive

Carousel Ranch is reaching out to the donor community for its “Carousel Wishes and Valentine Kisses” annual giving campaign. Carousel Ranch is a nonprofit facility where children with special needs…

Six Flags employees donate time, talents during community service day
Travis Pera of Six Flags Magic Mountain's finance department paints a playset at Carousel Ranch on Nov. 3, 2017. Austin Dave/The Signal

Six Flags employees donate time, talents during community service day

Six Flags Magic Mountain employees stepped out of the theme park and into the community for their annual Project 6 service day on Friday. About 200 full-time employees headed to…

“How the West Was Won”– Aimed at Raising Funds for the Kids at Carousel Ranch
First and 2nd Place overall Individuals. L-r, Don Mousseau, 2nd place, from Sharpe Interiors and Bobby Jelone, 1st place, from Penta Building Group. Courtesy photo

“How the West Was Won”– Aimed at Raising Funds for the Kids at Carousel Ranch

Carousel Ranch held its 9th annual “How the West Was Won” Shoot on May 19, at Moore N’ Moore Sporting Clays.  92 shooters on 18 teams came out for a…

Carousel Ranch receives $50,000 grant from S. Mark Taper Foundation
Dan Watson Elliot Ashe, 5, leans off the side of her horse Mo, as she demonstrates her riding skills that also strengthen her body at the 19th Annual Heart of the West, "Home at Last" event held at Carousel Ranch in Santa Clarita on Saturday. 082915

Carousel Ranch receives $50,000 grant from S. Mark Taper Foundation

On Friday, Carousel Ranch announced that it received a $50,000 grant from the S. Mark Taper Foundation—a private family foundation dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations—to support the operations and growth…

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