THIS IS REFUGE

Close-up photo of a pig's face in a natural outdoor setting with trees in the background. The pig has black and white fur, a snout covered in dirt, and small ears.

Some arrive abandoned.

Some arrive neglected.

Some have known

very little kindness.

Some simply have

nowhere else to go.

HERE,

THEY ARE KNOWN.

RESCUE

RECOVERY

REHABILITATION

REFUGE

Close-up of a pig with brown and black fur, standing on a plain background.

Rescue gets them here.

Care is what comes next.

Meals. Medicine.

Clean bedding. Enrichment.

Learning what makes each animal feel safe.

DAY AFTER DAY.

A man with short wavy hair and a beard kneeling on sandy ground, petting a sleeping pig. The man is wearing a sleeveless dark shirt and shorts, and has tattoos on his arms. The scene takes place outdoors with trees, a fence, and cloudy blue sky in the background.

COME BE PART OF REFUGE

REFUGE REFRESH Volunteer Day

SEPTEMBER 26, 2026
MORNING 10:30 AM–12:30 PM • AFTERNOON 12:30–2:30 PM
LEESVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA • AGES 18+
Spend a fall morning or afternoon helping refresh, repair, and prepare the refuge for the season ahead. No special skills required.

CHOOSE A SHIFT
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PIG-OUT

OCTOBER 17, 2026 • 1 PM
RAIN DATE OCTOBER 18 • 1 PM
LEESVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA • ALL AGES
Bring a fresh, whole pumpkin and watch the residents turn it into the most joyful kind of chaos. Pumpkin desserts, sweet tea, and all ages welcome.

GET TICKETS
REFUGE UNDER THE STARS CAMPOUT

OCTOBER 24–25, 2026
ARRIVAL 4:00–4:30 PM • AGES 18+
LEESVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Tour the refuge, share a plant-powered cookout, gather around the bonfire, camp beneath the stars, and wake up alongside the animals.

RESERVE YOUR CAMPSITE