Mental Health Awareness Month at Miracles

Many people are in need of mental health care, but organizations like Miracles in Motion often face limited funding and resources to meet that need while also maintaining our facilities and caring for our horses.  

We are proud to announce that Miracles in Motion is joining the global Horses for Mental Health campaign during Mental Health Awareness Month this May. To celebrate, we are hosting an event on Saturday, May 30t,h from 3-5PM.  Please note a limited number of tickets will be available for this event. 

We cannot do it without you. By joining the movement for Mental Health Awareness, you help us continue our life-changing work. Your support truly makes a meaningful impact.  

Thank you for helping us Make Miracles.

To donate directly to this campaign follow this link below or scan the QR code:

Or you can mail a check to:

Miracles in Motion
2049 120th St NW
Swisher, IA 52338

Don Pecos

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Don Pecos, a beloved Morgan who would have turned 30 in April. From the moment he arrived at Miracles in Motion—originally trained by Michelle Blackler and generously donated to our program—Don Pecos never disappointed. He was a truly exceptional horse, characterized by his intelligence, adaptability, and expressive eyes.

Don Pecos was deeply in tune with everyone around him, whether he was being groomed or carrying a rider. He was dedicated to helping both children and adults reach their full potential through our equine-assisted activities and therapies. As a vital part of every aspect of our program, he was an incredible teacher to us all.

Horses are the heart of everything we do, and the partnership we share with them makes this loss particularly difficult for our volunteers, instructors, riders, and staff. While we mourn his absence, we take comfort in knowing that the impact of a horse loved so deeply remains a permanent part of our community.

Thank you, Don Pecos, for everything.

If you would like to donate to Don Pecos's memorial, you may designate your contribution towards horse care or funds for a new horse. To donate visit our website, use this link, or mail a check to:
2049 120th St. NW
Swisher, IA 52338

Links

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Links, a majestic 16.2-hand registered Quarter Horse officially named Kufflinks. From the warm autumn day he arrived at Miracles in Motion, he was known for his inquisitive, cooperative nature and his deep love for his herd.

Before joining our program, Links had a successful career in dressage and jumping with his partner, Ainsley. When Ainsley left for college, she generously donated him to our center. As our tallest horse, he possessed a heart that truly matched his stature.

The pastures are quiet today as our horses, staff, and volunteers mourn this loss. He will be particularly missed by his pasture mate, Taz. Links leaves behind a trail of beautiful memories for the staff and volunteers who worked with him and the students who rode him in class.

“We don’t meet horses by accident. They are meant to cross our paths for a reason.” This was certainly true of Links. While he will be deeply missed, we know his spirit will always be near.

Thank you, Links, for everything.

If you would like to donate to Link's memorial, you may designate your contribution towards horsecare or funds for a new horse. To donate visit our website, use this link, or mail a check to:
2049 120th St. NW
Swisher, IA 52338

2026 Class Schedule

Below are the schedules for Adaptive Riding and Adaptive Horsemanship classes at Miracles in Motion for 2026.

Spring
Monday April 6-June 1
Wednesday April 8-May 27
Saturday-April 4-May 30

Summer
Monday June 15-August 3
Wednesday June 17-August 5
Saturday June 13-August 8

Fall
Monday-August 24-October 19
Wednesday-August 26-October 14
Saturday-August 29-October 31

Thanks to FSB

Many thanks to Farmers State Bank (FSB) for renewing their their of Miracles for 2026 by sponsoring our website and newsletter. Their sponsorship supports Miracles and its programming for our community.

As a locally owned community bank, FSB takes pride in giving back to the community in which they live and work. FSB supports a variety of local community enrichment programs, donor-dependent charitable organizations, and numerous informational and educational programs — donations totaling more than $200,000 each year!

In addition to their financial commitment, FSB employees volunteer more than 5,000 hours of their time each year in numerous ways to many organizations, with the purpose of improving the quality of life in our communities. FSB has offices in Marion, Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Tiffin, and Alburnett. 

Miracles in Motion is pleased to be a part of Farmers State Bank’s tradition of community investment and improvement again this year. Thank you, FSB!

Maggie's Farm Pizza Newsletter Sponsor

Maggie’s Farm Wood-Fired Pizza has been serving up happiness at Miracles’ annual Boo at the Barn event for several years. Their Neapolitan-style pizza is always a huge hit,  served up hot, straight from their traveling wood-fired oven! We are so grateful to the Maggie’s team for their generous support over the years, and we are so excited to announce their restaurant as a newsletter sponsor for 2025. Thank you so much, Maggie’s, for all the miracles you make!

Miracles Store On-line

MIracles in Motion has an on-line store where you can buy short- and long-sleeved t-shirts, water bottles, and caps. Let us know what Miracles items you might want to purchase.