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March 4, 2017
Contact: Lynn Coakley
mail@equusfoundation.org | 203-259-1550

Equestrians #RideForHorses under the lights at the Winter Equestrian Festival

As the sun set over the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on February 25, the Saturday night lights beamed as the EQUUS Foundation hosted one of the most highly anticipated events of the season. Equestrians in Wellington gathered to rally support for the Foundation's new #RideForHorses campaign aimed at America's horses at risk, and those potentially at risk when their competitive careers are over.
February 25th Guests
Valerie Angeli, Prince Lorenzo Borghese, Lynn Coakley and Jenny Dunion.

"We were overwhelmed by the wonderful energy and spirit of compassion from the equestrian community -- fans and benefactors of horse welfare that came together at this event to show their love and support for America's horses," said Valerie Angeli, the Foundation's VP Communications & Special Projects.

February 25 Guests
Timmy Kees & Jenny Belknap Kees, EQUUS Foundation Chair

February 25 Guests
Erin Stewart, Rob Jones & Paige Johnson

February 25 Guests
Margot Gilbert & Georgina Bloomberg

February 25 Guests
Clementine Goutal & Brianne Goutal-Marteau

February 25 Guests
Serena Marron

February 25 Guests
Tony & Jane Santy with Victoria McCullogh & Guest
"Horses are magic and such a huge part of our lives," said Paige Johnson, one of the Foundation's EQUUStars. "I am so proud to be among the equestrian community at the EQUUS Foundation event on February 25th who turned out to show we care about what happens to our horses and that all of America's horses should live in comfort, and with purpose and dignity."

The evening began with a heartfelt video that featured some of the charity's biggest supporters and their four-legged friends. Attendees watched as Arianna Rockefeller, Brianne Goutal-Marteau, Georgina Bloomberg, Hayley Barnhill, Jennifer Gates, Jessica Springsteen, Paige Johnson and others posed with their horses and spoke about the importance of the EQUUS Foundation mission.

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Guests enjoyed cocktails, auction and dinner ringside during the featured $380,000 Grand Prix CSI 5*. A highlight of the evening was the opportunity for guests to meet and greet the "star behind the bar", Prince Lorenzo Borghese, the celebrity bartender. The entrepreneur, television personality and member of the illustrious Borghese family of Italy, has devoted much of his time to volunteering for animal rescue groups, and the EQUUS Foundation was honored to host him.

Auction items were on display for all guests to view and ranged from exquisite handbags, to vacation packages and Ariat merchandise. After enjoying delectable gourmet hors d'oeuvres and a mouthwatering dinner, guests watched an exciting jump-off round and Olympian McLain Ward take home the victory in the featured class.

There's more great photos!
View event photos here.

"We're all here because we love horses and we care about their welfare. Thanks to the continued support of individuals and organizations, the EQUUS Foundation has grown from a local non-profit serving a handful of charities to the primary national organization in the United States 100% dedicated to horse welfare and the horse-human bond," said Lynn Coakley, EQUUS Foundation President.

February 25 Guests
Linda Brown & Patricia Adikes-Hill

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Many thanks to our #RideForHorses sponsors!


Platinum
Animal Planet
Ariat International
CallariCars.com
Fairfield Equine Associates
Phelps Media Group
Split Rock Farm
Gold
Jenny Belknap & Walter T. Kees
The Coakley Family
Victoria D. McCullough
Old Salem Farm
   
Silver
Lawrence D'Addario & Patricia J. Keenan
Marylou D'Addario Kennedy & Sean Kennedy
Quiet Corner Farm
Bronze
Dr. & Mrs. Vincent J. Abbatiello
Karen B. Brooks
Victoria Grauer Ketchum
Mr. & Mrs. Juan Pablo Mejia Fanjul
Anne M. Walker
   
Special Thanks
Prince Lorenzo Borghese
EQUUStars
Ariana Rockefeller
Brianne Goutal-Marteau
Georgina Bloomberg
Hayley Barnhill
Jennifer Gates
Jessica Springsteen
Paige Johnson
 

Photos courtesy of Phelps Media Group.

About EQUUS Foundation: The EQUUS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 2002, also known as Horse Charities of America, the only national animal welfare charity in the United States dedicated solely to horse welfare and the horse-human bond. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Contact the EQUUS Foundation, Inc., at 168 Long Lots Road, Westport, CT 06880, Tele: (203) 259-1550, E-Mail: mail@equusfoundation.org, Website: equusfoundation.org.
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