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The Ride For Hope News
Equestrian Aid Foundation
December 2011 - Vol. 3, Issue 8 |
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EAF Day!
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EAF Day: Jan. 3
On the first Tuesday of each month FarmVet donates a portion of its proceeds to EAF! Place your order now and help EAF support those in need.
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You Can Change a Life! |
Donations provide financial assistance for basic medical and living expenses to those in our community struggling with catastrophic illnesses and injuries.
EAF is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Your donation is tax deductible. Make your 2011 donation today! |
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Making Strides in the Ride for Hope! |
Greetings!
Happy New Year! 
It's nearly 2012! What an exciting year. Thank you for you continued support and commitment to help equestrians and horsemen suffering from catastrophic illnesses and injuries. We hope you'll consider making a donation in 2011. There are still a few days remaining to receive a tax deduction for this year.
Below is a special treat - an inspiring update from recipient Rick Albertson. You may remember his story from the June issue. Special thanks to Rick and Joanne Bonano for sharing this update and new picture of Rick riding last month! The update and the link to his full story are below.
Rick is just one of now, 100 recipients! Your donations throughout our 15 years have helped 100 horse people who were in dire need of assistance. This month's applicant review brought the approval of our milestone 100th recipient. Expect to learn more in the next issue.
Details are below on our big annual fundraiser - the Sidelines Tetrathlon. Be sure to get your tickets now. Last year was a sold out event! We've added lots of new - like the Super XLVI Saloon - but kept the great feel of the Wild West. Touted by many as the "best event of the season," there is still time to be a part of this fun-filled evening.
Now you have a perfect reason to enjoy the local restaurants. Sign up with GoodDining and you'll be mading a donation every time you use your credit card to buy a meal from an approved restaurant. Check out the GoodDining website to see all the approved restaurants in your area! Details below.
As always, thank you for your generous donations and memberships. To date, we have distributed more than $1.8 million to help those in need. We would be unable to continue our mission without you. Thank you for sharing this ride for hope.
Happy New Year! |
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Update on EAF Recipient Rick Albertson |
 | "Before" photo - Rick at Dana Farber Cancer Institute for a stem cell transplant in June 2010.
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"Since being diagnosed with Lymphoma and Leukemia in May of 2007, I have been literally fighting for survival. The Equestrian Aid Foundation generously stepped in to help with my finances while I am recovering and working myself back to good health. I am happy to say that with the help of some very good old friends and some very good new friends at the EAF, I have been able to survive the financial struggles that accompanied the disease. Although a long way from being perfect, I am finding myself "back in the saddle" again! Thank you EAF from the bottom of my heart." H. Rick Albertson
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"After" photo - Rick riding Joanne Banano's Verao. Nov. 2011 |
Excerpted from the June 2011 issue: "We all hope it never happens, but there may come a time in our lives when we need to turn to a friend for help.This is what the EAF is to me - a friend. Ever since I was diagnosed with lymphoma and leukemia in 2007, my battle had been a long one and a true struggle to survive. In June 2010, I was extremely fortunate to receive a stem cell transplant at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. The transplant saved my life, but my life hasn't been what it used to be for quite some time. I was told that the procedure would be difficult, that it would be painful and that for at least one year my immune system would be seriously compromised. I would not be able to leave the house for fear of infection. I needed to remain in an antiseptic environment. Grass and dirt were dangerous. The stable was totally off limits. The smallest cut or injury could cause me to bleed to death. This is not good news to a man who earns his living riding and training horses."
Read the full story here. |
| Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Events | |
Jan. 14, 2012 - Riders4Helmets Helmet Safety Symposium, Wellington, Fla. Visit Riders4Helmets.com for more information.
Feb. 5, 2012 - 2nd Annual Sidelines Equestrian Tetrathlon, Jim Brandon Equestrian Center, West Palm Beach, Fla.
March 1, 2012 - 4th Annual Palm Beach Dressage Derby Post-Jog Party and Fundraiser, Equestrian Estates, Loxahatchee, Fla.
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| Don't Miss the Gold Rush! | |
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Gold Fever comes to Wellington!
Enjoy all the excitement of the Wild West with the 2nd annual Sidelines Tetrathlon at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. Check out the 2011 event here.
Introducing the inaugural EAF Luminary Award presented to Jane Forbes Clark. Sarah B. Willeman will also be honored.
Worried you may miss the big football game? You won't miss a play in our Super XLVI Saloon!
Tickets and sponsorships are available online.
See the sponsorship packet at equestrianaidfoundation.org or email sponsorships@equestrianaidfoundation.org with questions.
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| EAF Returns to the Palm Beach Dressage Derby for Fourth-Year Benefit | |
Join the EAF for the fourth annual Palm Beach Dressage Derby Benefit Auction and Reception on March 1 at the Horse Park at Equestrian Estates, Loxahatchee, Fla. Hosted by Mary Phelps, the evening is full of great food and drinks, auction items and lots of fun!
More on the great fundraiser in the next issue or watch dressagedaily.com or our website and facebook page! |
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| Make Your Gift Giving and Dining Out Benefit EAF! | |
Start the new year right! Support the EAF by shopping online and dining out (it even works for take out)! What could be easier?
GoodShop.com
Thousands of companies are listed with GoodShop and will donate 1-6% of your sale to the charity of your choice. Percentages depend on the retailer and coupon. Here's how it works -
- Go to GoodShop.com
- Register as a supporter of Equestrian Aid Foundation (Wellington, FL)
- Search more than 100,000 coupons - everything from popular department stores, home improvement stores, airline travel sites, pet supplies, etc.
- Buy your item through the GoodShop portal using your coupon and you'll be making a direct donation to the EAF.
GoodDining.com
Similar to GoodShop, but you register first and the percentage for charity is determined by how much you've donated through GoodDining.
- Go to GoodDining.com
- Register - this includes putting your credit card on file
- Check out all the terrific participating restaurants
- When you go to eat or order take out at a participating restaurant, use your registered credit card.
- GoodDining will donate 2.5% of your purchase to EAF!
- Post a review within 30 days of your dining experience and GoodDining will donate another 1%. (Once you've spent $750 during the year at participating restaurants - you become a VIP and earn 5%, with 1% for the review.)
Be sure to check out all the ways to support EAF with GoodSearch.com!
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We hope you've enjoyed this issue. Please feel free to share your ideas and comments with us. Watch for future issues or in the meantime, visit the website, Facebook or Twitter for the most up-to-date information.
  During these tough economic times, please remember our friends in need - attend or host a fundraiser, become a member, or make a donation today! Also consider donating an item for a horse show silent auction or an eBay giving works auction. Your contributions are more meaningful now more than ever. Join us in The Ride For Hope. |
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