The Best Mingle of the Season

Cozy Holiday Cheer at Mane Stream

The spirit of the holidays and the incredible warmth of the Mane Stream community shone brighter than any Christmas lights at our annual Jingle and Mingle Open House on Monday, December 15th.

It was the perfect balance of "brrrr" and bliss! Since Mother Nature brought the chill, we turned the indoors into a cozy refuge filled with festive tunes, savory snacks, and plenty of sweet treats. Our guests were total pros at the Barn Dash, popping out to the stable to snap selfies with our equine stars, then dashing back inside to defrost with refreshments before heading back out for one last goodnight nuzzle.

Spreading out a little more this year allowed for some truly heart-centered connections. We were absolutely thrilled to welcome back so many familiar faces, including beloved campers and Paddock Pals participants who stopped by for their winter horse fix" Catching up after several months was wonderful, and their energy served as a great reminder that Summer Camp registration is just around the corner! Be sure to mark your calendars for Monday, February 2nd at 9:00 AM to snag a spot for an unforgettable season.

The event was a true "who’s who" of the Mane Stream family. We were touched to see local community members, Board member’s families, and even a therapy client who returned to the barn after years away. Of course, the barn was filled with our amazing volunteers and participants who keep our hearts full all year long.

Under our Christmas tree, we found an incredible outpouring of love in the form of gifts from the Herd’s Wishlist. To everyone who contributed: thank you for spoiling our hard-working horses and ponies! This event perfectly captures the heartbeat of Mane Stream, bringing people together to connect with our horses and celebrate the meaningful work we do.

Thank you to everyone who Jingled and Mingled with us! We appreciate your unwavering commitment to the herd, and we already can’t wait to see you at our next big milestone: The Horse Show at the USET on June 13th.. Until then, stay warm!

January Volunteer Milestones

Let's hear it for our incredible volunteers! Whether it's a new milestone or a special anniversary, your passion and countless hours of service are what make our mission possible. Thank you for being the heart and soul of our organization.

Congratulations to Nancy Karwoski on her 5th anniversary and 450+ lifetime hours! A mainstay in our adaptive riding lessons, Nancy typically joins us twice a week, bringing a lovely, calm presence to every session. Known for her fantastic attitude and willingness to pitch in whenever needed, Nancy is a true team player. Thank you, Nancy, for your unwavering dedication to our riders and our mission!

1st Anniversary
Lynx M. and Jordan McLellan


Donate Your Car Today!

We’re here to help you start the year feeling accomplished.

Start the New Year off right by supporting the nonprofit you love. Mane Stream will gladly accept that vehicle you’ve been looking to get rid of. Our Vehicle Donation Program provides an effortless option for giving to the cause you care about.

Give us a call at 1-855-500-7433 or fill out the secure online form at https://careasy.org/nonprofit/mane-stream . We truly appreciate supporters like you!

A Stampede of Support

Our Wish List Success!

For a bit of fun, we invite you to read the following highlights aloud to the tune of "The Twelve Days of Christmas":

“On the Herd’s Holiday Wish List, my community gave to me...”

8 Months of Peppermints
7 Clipper Blades for Ponies
6 Sturdy Halters
5 Black Lead Ropes!
4 Months of Laundry Soap
3 New Helmets
Several Months of Cosequin
and a TV for the volunteers! (for volunteer assignments & tacking lists only)

Please note, we actually received so many gifts that the full version of this song would have 100 verses! Thank you for the incredible outpouring of support, we are starting 2026 fully stocked and so grateful."

The holiday spirit arrived early at the barn this year, and we are absolutely blown away by your generosity. Thanks to your incredible support, our "Herd Wish List" was a resounding success!

Because of you, we are pretty much fully stocked for quite a while! The list of donations continued to grow over the holiday break and is far too extensive to list in its entirety, but we wanted to share a few highlights of the "holiday cheer" currently filling our barn.

Whether it was a vital piece of safety equipment or a bag of treats, every gift directly impacts care the herd and the quality of our programs. We are so lucky to have a community that looks out for us. From the bottom of our hearts, and from every horse in the paddock, thank you!!

Please join us in recognizing the wonderful individuals who made this possible: The Chimento Family, The Ciccione Family, The Coffey Family, The Coloff-Verge Family, Laura Edelson, Dawn Eisele, Mary Beth Greene, Leroy Hunninghake, Jill Jackson, The Lipson Family, Ruth McCormick, Pine Woods Farm, Sara Reilly, The Santos Family, Jimmy Sardelli of The In Gate, Rene Slater, Dylan Smith, and several Secret Santas!!

We want to ensure all our donors are recognized. If you sent an item from the wishlist and don't see your name listed, please contact us at info@manestreamnj.org so we can update our records.

A Full Color Future!

Thank You #GivingTuesday Donors!

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for your support this #GivingTuesday. Because of you, we raised $6,231, thus surpassing our GOAL! This is a wonderful start to the monthly costs for essential care for Sunny, Minnie, Eli, and the entire herd, ensuring we can continue to provide life-changing services like Mobility, Confidence, and Communication to our clients. The choice was black & white, and you chose color!

Thank you for keeping the future bright. ✨ Carolyn Baranowski, Christine Brenner, Barbara Burke, Teresa Callahan, Kaitlin Casey, Joanne Cathcart, Patricia Colbert, Kent Gibson, Keena Hausmann, Jane Hylicke, IT Radix, LLCKaren & Steve Kaufhold, Nicole Lavell, Pine Woods Farm, Victoria Ponte, Russo Schwarz Family, Kerry Scholz, Tara Schweighardt, Tanya Smith, Andrea Stepnosky, Patricia Sumida, Alexandra Taylor, Hannah Van Campen, Maryann Zeira

Embroidery Store Open ALL Year

Brace Yourself—The COLD is HERE!

Winter's deep freeze has arrived, and it's time to stock up on serious warmth. The Mane Stream EMBROIDERED Merch Store is open all year. We specialize in high-quality, embroidered hoodies, jackets, and hats designed specifically for the frigid cold. Choose your favorite logo, and even get your name embroidered for a personalized touch. Don't get caught out in the cold—get your orders in now to stay warm and comfortable all season long! SHOP TODAY

The Herd's Holiday Wishlist

make this holiday A LITTLE BrightER

In honor of Letter Writing Day (December 7th), our dedicated team helped the Mane Stream herd put hooves to paper and write their official letters to Santa! The compiled wishlist is as diverse as the horses themselves, ranging from practical necessities to special treats.

From Pine-Sol and laundry detergent (for those clean stalls & saddle pads!) to cozy winter blankets, Farrier's Formula supplements, salt licks, and new therapy toys, the horses need your help to make their season bright!

How You Can Help Grant a Wish:

We’re calling on all our amazing horse-loving volunteers, former horse mamas, and Mane Stream participants to get into the holiday spirit!

It’s easy to help fulfill a wish right from their official Amazon Wish List:

1. Shop: Find the items the herd is wishing for on our official Amazon Wish List.

2. Ship: You can have the items mailed directly to Mane Stream.

3. Deliver: Bring your donated gift to our festive Jingle & Mingle event!

We can't wait to see how big the pile grows, thanks to your incredible generosity. Thank you for making the holidays happy and healthy for our hard-working therapy herd!

Going the EXTRA Mile!

Huge congratulations to Justin Kamine on completing the NYC Marathon!

This is a major achievement, and we are deeply grateful that you chose Mane Stream as your charity. Thank you so much for raising over $4K for our vital programs for people with special needs! AND your video sharing our mission was outstanding, and we truly appreciate you being such an excellent spokesperson!!

#GivingTuesday2025 Coming Soon

The Black and White Facts:

Healthy horses are the foundation of A Brighter Future in Full Color for our participants.

Holiday Merch for Everyone

Whether you want something embroidered or printed, we’ve got you covered! This Fall, we will have 2 online stores to purchase from just in time for the holidays.

Riverfront Design Creations has been busy! Show your spirit and support with our winter collection of embroidered gear. Every item is designed to keep you warm and stylish while featuring the Mane Stream logo. And if you are starting to think about the show season down in Florida, take a peek at our line of Equestrian Sun Hats that make great holiday gifts. Get it monogrammed or put the MS logo on whichever hat you choose. So find the perfect gift for your child, friend, a fellow volunteer, or yourself!

TAKE A PEEK!

Get ready to show your Mane Stream pride and stock up for the holidays! For ONE WEEK ONLY you’ll have the chance to shop for our limited edition winter 2025 printed merchandise. we have a very nice but limited variety of long-sleeve shirts and cozy sweatshirts featuring our fresh winter logo design, perfect for everyone (youth & adults) on your gift list!

SHOP NOW (1 WEEK ONLY)

Deadline 11/24 midnight!!!