Many horse rescues are nonprofit groups that provide living facilities, rehabilitation and care for neglected, abandoned and abused horses. Taking care of these special needs animals can be costly and time-consuming. Horse rescues need to find donors for horse feed, medical care and stable costs. If you are in charge of planning a horse rescue fundraiser, many activities and events will help you earn money.
Country Breakfast
Host a country breakfast, serving pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. Sell tickets that range from $5 to $10 a person for the meal, and offer raffle tickets as well. You can raffle off a donated prize, such as a saddle, or simply have a 50/50 raffle. This type of raffle is conducted by selling raffle tickets, usually $10 apiece, and then drawing a winning ticket at the end of the breakfast event. The winner gets half of the money earned from selling the tickets, and your horse rescue operation keeps the rest of it.
Country Dance
Throw an old-fashioned square dance or country-western dance to earn money for your horse rescue. Choose a theme-appropriate location, such as a large barn, to host the event. Find a volunteer country-western band to play the event and feature a barbecue buffet dinner. Ask guests to dress up in country clothing, such as denims and diamonds. The tickets for this type for event could range from $20 to $100, depending on the event location and guest list.
Petting Zoo
Plan a petting zoo for your next horse rescue fundraiser. This type of event can feature lambs, rabbits, chicks, goats, llamas and horses from your shelter. You can also offer pony rides to show off your most rehabilitated "clients." This type of fundraiser can be a standalone event or you can pair it with a hay ride or carnival.
Wine Tasting
Host an elegant wine tasting for your next horse rescue fundraiser. Partner with local wineries or your favorite area bar. The event can be casual or fancy, depending on your donors. You can pair it with extensive appetizers or simply cheese and crackers. Consider holding a silent auction that sells horse-themed items, such as saddles, horse artwork and decorations and antique farm tools at the event.
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