WHO WE ARE
Small team, big heart
Mission & Values
About Haven Ranch
Haven Ranch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal sanctuary located in Eagle Mountain, Utah. Formerly known as Friends in Need Animal Sanctuary, Haven Ranch was founded on a simple belief: every animal deserves safety, care, and dignity—and every person who loves animals deserves a place to belong.
Since 2020, Haven Ranch has been lovingly run by David Curneal, growing from a small rescue effort into a thriving sanctuary that is now home to more than 200 animals. Our residents include pigeons, ducks, chickens, pigs, alpacas, cows, horses, capybara, goats, sheep, geese, and yaks—each arriving here with their own story and finding refuge within our fences.
We are a small operation by design, which means every animal receives hands-on care and every person who helps truly makes a difference. Volunteers, donors, and visitors are not just supporters—they are part of our extended Haven Ranch family.
Our long-term goal is self-sustainability. We’re not there yet, but we’re working toward it every day. Each year, we grow roughly one acre of fresh produce and cut flowers. These are sold at local farmers markets to help fund the sanctuary, and what isn’t sold is used to feed our animals. It’s a closed-loop approach rooted in stewardship, creativity, and care for the land as well as its residents.
Haven Ranch exists because of the community that surrounds it. We rely heavily on volunteers and donations, and we’re deeply grateful for every hour given, every dollar donated, and every person who believes in what we’re building here.
Most of all, we love welcoming guests. Haven Ranch is a place meant to be experienced—to meet the animals, learn their stories, and see firsthand what compassion looks like in action. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning as a familiar face, you are always welcome here.
Haven Ranch is a refuge for animals—and for the people who love them.
FUN FACT: DAVID IS THE ONLY REMAINING VENDOR FROM THE ORIGINAL 1992 LINEUP AT THE SALT LAKE FARMERS MARKET.
OUR DIRECTOR
Meet David, our animal lover in chief
David’s love for animals started early, caring for pigeons and fish since he was just eight years old. David was first introduced to this magical property in 2013. From the very beginning, he felt a deep pull toward the animals, the land, and the mission.
In June of 2020, after volunteering for seven years, David leapt on an opportunity to purchase the property, committing himself fully to its future. In 2026, he gave the sanctuary a new name, Haven Ranch, reflecting his vision of a true refuge for animals and a welcoming place for the community.Â
A certified Master Gardener, David has been a market gardener since 1992, growing everything from potatoes to elegant dahlias. He is also a familiar face at the Salt Lake City Farmers Market, where he has been a regular vendor since its very first season in 1992.Â
David has called Eagle Mountain home for over 20 years, now spending his days in the dirt, with the animals, and working closely with community volunteers. He’s often found creating concrete art that now serves as a fundraising effort for the sanctuary.
David and his bride have been married since 1983. Together they have raised six children and now enjoy life with fifteen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Family is at the heart of everything he does.
Known for his kindness, tireless work ethic, and signature tie-dye, David leads Haven Ranch with humility, heart, and a lifelong commitment to caring for animals and community.
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Haven Ranch Animal Sanctuary
A refuge for animals and the people who love them. Based in Eagle Mountain, Utah. Formerly known as Friends in Need.
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(801) 823-7223
5194 N Lake Mountain Rd, Eagle Mountain, UT 84005
Open Mon-Sat from 9-1