The Full Story

Animals and Kids were founded by Jill Stickles and Kim Aquedo in 2017. Born out of a vision to help produce wholeness in the lives of the broken children and animals by bringing them together to heal in a safe place where they can experience the love of Christ and his mighty power of hope, love, and restoration. Our team believes in the importance of getting a child out of the house and into the wonderful outdoors, a miracle by the creator. God's presence all around in the abundance of nature brings about the freedom to "be," to run and play with the animals we share our lives with. A child is taught responsibility by teaching them hard work and dedication in all that they do. By walking by faith and not by sight, we believe we will be able to touch many children, families, and animals in need of a second chance.