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January 31, 2025

EQUUS Foundation To Honor 2024 US Paralympic Dressage Team on March 2 in Wellington

HONOREES
2024 US Paralympic Dressage Team
Athletes Rebecca Hart, Fiona Howard, Kate Shoemaker and Roxanne Trunnell
Floratina, Diamond Dunes, Vianne, and Fan Tastico H
Team Chef d'Equipe and Technical Advisor Michel Assouline

March 2 promises to be the night to celebrate champions! The EQUUS Foundation will present its Spirit Award to the 2024 US Paralympic Dressage Team. The Spirit Award was established in 2023 to honor equestrians who have significantly elevated the image and desirability of horses.

"This team's inspirational performance in Paris truly showcased the passion and dedication these athletes have not only for their sport, but also for the special animals who partnered with them," said Lynn Coakley, EQUUS Foundation President.

“The success our team experienced in Paris is the result of a long, challenging journey," Coakley continued. "But these athletes successfully navigated every obstacle thanks to the power of the horse - giving hope to equestrians everywhere that perhaps one day their dreams will come true, as well."

"Horses have the ability to empower, teach, and heal,” said Coakley. "Our para dressage athletes — united through their deep love of the horse - have shown everyone that these special animals can carry us to untold heights and truly transform lives."

FAST FACTS
Sunday, March 2, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Buffet-style Hors d'oeuvres, Open Bar, DJ
Casual Chic Attire
Wanderers Club Terrace, 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington, FL 33414

PATRONS: $5,000 to include special recognition and reserved seating for eight
FRIENDS: $2,500 to include special recognition and reserved seating for six
FANS: $1,000 to include special recognition and reserved seating for four
INDIVIDUALS: $100 per person

Attendance is limited.
RSVP: equusfoundation.org/spirit
(Download RSVP here)
EQUUS Foundation Spirit Award


MORE NEWS!
The Rider's Closet Trunk Is Wintering in Wellington!


The Rider's Closet Donation Trunk is back at the Winter Equestrian Festival again for the season! Many thanks to Der Dau for hosting the trunk at their vendor space. Donors can stop by during show hours to drop off any new or gently used riding apparel they no longer need, and Der Dau will make sure it gets to equestrians in need. Wishing everyone a great show experience, and thanks in advance for your support!

EQUUS Foundation Riders Closet

Visit equusfoundation.org/riderscloset to learn more!


ABOUT EQUUS FOUNDATION: The EQUUS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 2002, is the only national animal welfare charity and accrediting body in the United States that is 100% dedicated to equine welfare and with the dual mission to protect America's horses from peril and strengthen the bond between people and horses. 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 .