About
Operation Renewed Freedom is a client-centered nonprofit dedicated to helping those impacted by trauma rediscover hope, healing, and purpose. Through restorative retreat experiences, peer connection, and innovative wellness programming partnered with horses, we create supportive spaces where veterans and first responders can reconnect with themselves, their communities, and a renewed sense of freedom. Our work is grounded in the belief that healing happens through connection, compassionate support, and meaningful experiences that strengthen resilience. We aim to build stronger communities where no one has to face the effects of trauma alone.
Whether you’ve faced trauma, stress, or simply seek a
new sense of balance our horses help you heal, find
hope, and move forward.
Our Mission
Operation Renewed Freedom exists to restore hope and purpose for veterans and others affected by trauma by providing access to healing environments, innovative therapies, and a supportive community that fosters resilience, connection, and renewed freedom in life.
Our Vision
Our vision is to build resilient communities where veterans and trauma survivors are empowered to heal, reconnect, and thrive through innovative therapeutic support and meaningful human connection.
Our Herd
Meet our herd who offer comfort and partnership
Dublin
Clydesdale Cross
Years: 18
17 hands
Prior to coming to ORF Dublin worked on an Amish farm. He now enjoys munching on fresh grass and being a partner to veterans and their families.
Eclipse
Hackney Pony
Years: 12
12.2 hands
Transitioning from an Amish farm to an open pasture, Eclipse is living out his best life loved by all, humans and animals.
Lil' Bit of Thunder
Chestnut Miniature Horse
Years: 15
8.3 hands
Lil' Bit came to ORF with his sister Ellie from a loving home with an elderly couple after some life changes. He puts the fun in the day.
Miss Ellie
Buckskin Apaloosa Miniature Horse
Years: 13
9.1 hands
Miss Ellie came with her brother Lil’ Bit, stepping into the herd with quiet grace. She greets all with softness and a gentle awareness.