Sponsorship Opportunities; be a part of the team!
One of the hurdles that dressage riders run into is the financial aspect of the sport. It is very costly to train and keep international quality horses. Dressage is an expensive sport and many riders cannot achieve their goals without financial support from sponsors. You can help make the difference. Below you fill find several ways that you may be able to help Kelly and her horses achieve success, here in the United States and abroad. To continue to train at an international level will require great resources. Kelly has been accepted to receive grants from the American Horse Trials Foundation (AHTF). The AHTF was established in 1987 to assist 3-day event riders and organizers in raising tax deductible financial support for national and international competition. In 1996, the bylaws were revised so that the foundation could assist riders in the other idsciplines eligibility with th AHTF. By making a tax deductible contribution to the AHTF, you will be helping Kelly and her horses come to see their full potential. For more information, you may contact Kelly or the foundation directly:
American Horse Trials Foundation, Inc.
221 Grove Cove Road
Centreville, MD 21617
Tel: 443.262.9555
Fax:443.262.9666
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visit their website at: www.AHTF3Day.org
To make a contribution to Kelly and become a part of the team, please make the check payable to the American Horse Trials Foundation (please do not abbreviate). Please write “Kelly McGinn” on a separate note and include with the check. Riders are responsible for collection and submitting checks to the organization themselves. Please send checks make out to the foundation to:
Kelly McGinn
29640 Old Creek Lane
Easton, MD 21601
Sponsors can be as involved as they would like, by attending training sessions, competitions, functions and receiving updates and photos. Or they can remain completely anonymous.
Corporate Sponsorship:
Another venue for support is by corporate sponsorship. Do you have a company or business that might gain recognition by sponsoring a rider and horse, or perhaps you have a horse related product that might benefit from the exposure of horse shows and competitions.
Equipment:
Donations of equipment and supplies are always needed and appreciated. If your company has equestrian products available, they are essential to the success of our team. Please contact Kelly directly if you have any equipment or supplies that you would like to contribute.
If you would like further information, please e-mail Kelly with your name and address and a sponsorship packet can be sent directly to you. Thank you.
