Summer is in full swing at the Big Red Barn Retreat, and there are plenty of ways to stay connected! From the Leon Irons Memorial Golf Tournament to the return of Fall Art Group, now’s the time to sign up, show up, and support our mission to Help Heroes Thrive.
Looking for connection, creativity, or calm? We’ve got you covered with coffee groups, Form Up Friday, Healing Lens Photography, and more! Keep reading for all the details and links to join in and get involved this summer.
Upcoming Fundraising Events
The Leon Irons Memorial Golf Tournament
Benefiting the Big Red Barn Retreat!
Join us on September 15th for the Big Red Barn Retreat's highly anticipated 4th Annual Leon Irons Memorial Golf Tournament, at The Wildewood Club!
This exclusive event, presented by Truist, offers plenty of opportunities to let loose, win some amazing prizes, and have tons of fun all while supporting the BRBR's programs and services for veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and their families.
Only 5 team spots remain! If you’ve been thinking about signing up, now’s the time. Registration is $600 for a team of four or $150 per individual player.
A few sponsorship levels are still available for companies and organizations that want to make a greater impact and gain visibility at this beloved event.
Looking for a way to explore your creativity? Join board-certified art therapist Mary How for the 2025 Fall Art Group, a free, eight-week workshop to create mandala art, exclusively for veterans and first responders.
This group will meet on Tuesday afternoons, from September 9th - October 28th, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Participants will meet weekly to learn foundational painting techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting, no prior experience needed! All materials are provided, and space is limited. Click the button below to reserve your spot today!
EAP provides hands-on, experiential interaction with our horses to receive immediate feedback and engage in creative problem-solving to overcome life's challenges. Clients say “I gained more from one session than I did from years of traditional therapy.”
EAP assists with dealing with anxiety, depression, PTS, trauma, relationship struggles and a variety of other issues. Mindfulness, coping skills, and creating a new story are all part of the process.
Don’t miss out - complete our interest form (using the button here) today! EAP services are provided at no cost to veterans and first responders.
Join us for our next Form Up Friday session on July 25th, where you’ll connect with horses, find a sense of inner calm, and experience their unique ability to guide personal growth and well-being.
Don’t miss this opportunity to reset, reflect, and learn from these incredible animals!
Make sure to secure your place by reserving your spot today using the button below!
Discover how photography can support wellness and help you capture life’s meaningful moments.
Veterans and first responders are invited to join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month for hands-on workshops and local field trips designed to spark creativity, build skills, and encourage new ways of seeing the world.
No experience or special equipment required!
Click the button below to fill out our interest form today!
Veterans and first responders, come share a cup of coffee, good conversation, and real connection. Join us at our Greenville Coffee Group at Overture Apartments (52 Market Point Dr.), or stop by the Blythewood Coffee Group at the BRBR Log Cabin (830 Lorick Road). Wherever you are, the Big Red Barn Retreat is here to help you connect, recharge, and build community, one cup at a time!
Click the buttons here for directions to both locations.
Our Peer-to-Peer Coffee Groups at the BRBR are proudly sponsored by Caliber Coffee, thank you for your support!
Volunteer Opportunities
Discover the Joy of Garden Volunteering at BRBR!
Join us every Thursday from 9:30–11:00 AM at the Big Red Barn Retreat and enjoy the restorative power of nature, connection, and giving back with our experienced Garden Manager, Sal Sharpe.
Gardening can ease stress, lift your mood, and sharpen your focus, all while offering a meaningful way to connect with others and support our mission. No experience needed, just a willingness to dig in and make a difference!
**No pre-registration needed, just come as you are and dig in with us!**
Volunteer Spotlight
Volunteer Spotlight:
Melissa Rash
Meet Melissa Rash, a passionate and dedicated BRBR volunteer who has supported nearly every corner of our campus—from working in the garden to helping with fundraising events, cabin resets, and kitchen service during Warrior PATHH weeks.
Melissa says the Big Red Barn Retreat feels like a “home away from home” and a place where she can give back to the veterans and first responders she so deeply respects. Whether she’s preparing meals, tending the gazebo flower beds, or meeting new Warrior PATHH participants, Melissa finds great joy and peace in being part of the BRBR community.
"The Big Red Barn is like a home away from home for me. I enjoy meeting all the Warrior sisters and brothers that come through the program. Being there is my way of thanking them for their service." - Melissa Rash
Thank you, Melissa, for your passion and commitment to our mission!
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