Barn catJules
The barn’s affectionate supervisor enjoys hay naps and sometimes visits lessons and camps.
Our purpose
Good things grow when we feel we belong.
Wolfe Ranch brings people together through the care of animals, meaningful relationships, and the peace of the Iowa countryside.
Our Christian faith shapes how we serve: with compassion, dignity, and a belief that every person matters. We’re here to encourage individuals, children, and families in our community.
Hope.Faith.Growth.
Meet our people
The people behind the welcome.
Executive DirectorBeth
Her own experience of adoption helped inspire a career in social work and supporting families.
Meet Beth
Office ManagerDebbie
The welcoming voice on the phone, keeping ranch office life running.
Meet Debbie
Riding and Camp InstructorGrace Collins
A Marshalltown native who began riding at Wolfe Ranch, Grace brings more than five years of teaching experience and a lifelong love of horses to lessons and camps.
Meet Grace Collins
LMSW · Trauma-Informed SpecialistDarlene Fitkin
Darlene brings a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to helping people work toward healing and growth.
Meet Darlene FitkinMeet the herd
A little personality. A lot of heart.
Meet the ranch cats
A few more familiar faces.
Barn cat
Ranch house catMonte found a home here.
Adopted from the ARL in Marshalltown, this resident ranch cat takes time to warm up. Once he knows you, he’ll ask for attention with a meow.
Ranch house catTabby
Adopted from the ARL in Marshalltown, Tabby likes sharing Debbie’s office chair.
Resident cat · Ranch greeterMaple
Maple is one of our beloved resident cats at Wolfe Ranch. She’s incredibly social, affectionate, and easygoing—and she takes her job as Ranch greeter pretty seriously! Maple loves people and is always happy to curl up for a cuddle, soak up some attention, or simply hang out nearby.
Her calm, gentle personality makes her a natural fit for life at the Ranch. Whether she’s greeting visitors, supervising the day’s activities, or stretched out enjoying a well-earned nap, Maple is happiest when she’s part of whatever is going on.
She and fellow resident cat Monte have made Wolfe Ranch their home—and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
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