Runnin' WJ Ranch
Thank you!
2020 has gotten off to a wonderful start for Runnin' WJ Ranch (RWJR)! Our 3rd Annual Night To Shine was a huge success and our riding program is going strong! All of this is possible because of YOUR support!
We will host an Open House Saturday, April 4! Please RSVP below to let us know that you will join us to hear about our participation in East Texas Giving Day as well as the wonderful things we have planned for the year!
Volunteers are the heart of RWJR and we are blessed to have a strong volunteer base! In this issue, we are honored to highlight one of our faithful volunteers, Mr. Ron Isaacson, who has been with RWJR for eighteen years! Now that's dedication!
"Volunteers don't necessarily have the time. They just have the heart!"-Elizabeth Andrew
East Texas Giving Day
Runnin' WJ Ranch (RWJR) will be participating in East Texas Giving Day on Tuesday, April 28, 2020! East Texas Giving Day is an 18-hour day of giving that provides funding for area nonprofits. The purpose of an area-wide Giving Day is to bring the region together on one day and as one community, raising money and awareness for East Texas nonprofits. Stay tuned for more information on how you can help RWJR!
Volunteer Spotlight
Ron Isaacson, age 73, has been volunteering at RWJR for 18 years! Ron has volunteered as a Horseleader, Sidewalker, Barn Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Ranch Mission Team Leader, Prayer Warrior and Motivator! While reluctant at first, Ron became a volunteer after an encounter with one of the clients. During a visit, while looking down, he saw a little boy in a wheelchair reaching up to him. As he leaned over, the little boy wrapped his arms around him and hugged him. This tugged at Ron’s heart and he has been a volunteer ever since! What has kept Ron around for so long? He says, “I need the kids more than they need me!"
Ron has been involved in the community as Ranch Mission Team Leader for many years and has overseen numerous Ranch and community projects as well as helping with fundraisers and events throughout this area. As he interacts with people, we always hear him say, “Glory and Hallelujah!”
Ron lives in Texarkana with his wife Pat. Thank you Ron for being a dedicated volunteer!
Night To Shine
Oh my! What a great time that was had at Night To Shine 2020! The joy in the room was contagious!! Thank you to the following sponsors for your continued support!
Tim Tebow Foundation
Stateline Fireworks
Texarkana Arkansas Convention Center
Cross Pointe Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
Krause Service Company
Highland Park Baptist Church
Heritage Church
Belt Contruction
TDS Erectors-Ashdown
Smile on the Line
James Freeman Trust
FA Financial Partners
Express Personnel Services
Greg Giles Attorney
Lock Away Storage
Quintech
Anonymous
Calvary Baptist-Simms
Raising Cane's
Four States Reining
Beech Street First Baptist
Chuch on the Rock
Mt. Zion Baptist-Doddridge
Springhill Baptist-Fouke
MHC Kenworth
First United Methodist Texarkana
Regions Bank
Target
Starbucks
Guaranty Bank
Runnin' WJ Ranch Open House-CANCELED!!
RSVP by Tuesday, March 31, 2020!
Saturday, Apr 4, 2020, 11:30 AM
4802 South Kings Highway, Texarkana, TX, USA
Executive Director's Notes
Hi Ranch Family,
It is spring, everything is in bloom, and it is exciting here at The Ranch. We are clearing a new pasture for the horses to run and play in, a new trail system for riding in the woods, and we are trying to put in a multi-trail for wheelchairs and motorized equipment. Our trails should double in size. Also the pasture for the horses should be a new 25 acre area for them to run and play in on days off. It is important sometimes just to be a horse and just to horse around.
The senior world barrel race is coming up in March. It is such an honor to be a part of their race.
For those that missed the Night to Shine, we had over 1100 people in attendance. It was a sock hop and we all had an amazing time. I looked good! I am still sore from dancing so much. Thanks to all of our sponsors. It was a blast!
We have been praying for wisdom and clarity here at The Ranch. Please always keep us in your prayers as we try to be obedient to our Lord!
Runnin' WJ Ranch
Email: vosciarwjr@gmail.com
Website: www.runninwjranch.org
Location: 4802 S Kings Hwy, Texarkana, TX, USA
Phone: 903-838-3223
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runninwjranch/