According to Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, "Every day as I look out my office window, I see children and adults working hard as they learn new skills, reach milestones, and create lifelong memories in our new Al Hill Jr. Arena. Their engagement with our treasured therapy horses is beyond special. “On Tuesday mornings, there is a young girl who receives equine assisted … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest
Hooves for Heroes
Boots And Salutes Patrons Hear Firsthand The Importance Of Equest’s Hooves For Heroes Program
As a warmup for Equest's Boots and Salutes at Texas Horse Park, a panel discussion was held at presenting sponsor CrossFirst Bank on Thursday, June 13, for the fundraiser's patrons. Guests learned how Equest's Hooves for Heroes program has been important for returning veterans. Here's a report from the field: On Thursday, June 13, guests filled the shimmering CrossFirst Bank … [Read more...] about Boots And Salutes Patrons Hear Firsthand The Importance Of Equest’s Hooves For Heroes Program
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Boots & Salutes
According to Boots & Salutes Co-Chair Carolyn Anderson, Boots & Salutes, presented by CrossFirst Bank, benefiting Equest’s Hooves for Heroes is almost here! I was immediately hooked by Equest because of the therapeutic services they provide to children and adults with diverse needs including veterans through their Equest Hooves for Heroes program. For me, it hit … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Boots & Salutes
A Simple Thank You To … Cindy Thomas And Bert Headden
From Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, “We would like to give ‘A Simple Thank You to’ Cindy Thomas and Bert Headden for their everlasting commitment, contributions, and devotion to Equest. “Cindy’s involvement at Equest goes back to 1991, just 10 years after Equest was founded. She started as a therapist and began implementing the Hippotherapy (PT/OT) program, which uses the … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Cindy Thomas And Bert Headden
2019 Equest Gala Letters Are Galloping To Mailboxes This Week
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth’s home-sweet-home was filled to the max with Santas, Nutcrackers, Wise Men and all types of Christmas touches with the help of The Garden Gate’s Junior Villanueva. But on the week of December 17, she advised the floral designer that the dining room table would be off limits. It needed to be clear of decorations to … [Read more...] about 2019 Equest Gala Letters Are Galloping To Mailboxes This Week
“Boots And Salutes” Carries On July’s Patriotic Celebration For Equest’s Hooves For Heroes
The Fourth of July is not the only big deal patriotic hoop-di-do. On Friday, July 20, Boots and Salutes will be taking place at Texas Horse Park. Event Chair Carolyn Anderson has arranged to kick off at 7:30 p.m. with a fly-over salute by four WWII T-6 Texans at 8:00 p.m. Afterwards, guests will graze at food stations provided by Asian Mint, Carlton Provisions, Doc B’s … [Read more...] about “Boots And Salutes” Carries On July’s Patriotic Celebration For Equest’s Hooves For Heroes
Talk Of Equine Therapy For Military Vets—And A Generous Gift—Highlight Equest’s Hooves for Heroes Party
Carolyn Anderson seems like a natural to chair Equest’s second annual Boots And Salutes fundraiser, benefiting Equest’s Hooves for Heroes program, this coming July at Texas Horse Park. Hooves for Heroes helps military veterans, first responders and their families transition to civilian life through equestrian therapy. Carolyn has a brother who’s a colonel in the army, and a … [Read more...] about Talk Of Equine Therapy For Military Vets—And A Generous Gift—Highlight Equest’s Hooves for Heroes Party