SPONSOR

A HORSE

THE BRIDGE CENTER

470 PINE STREET BRIDGEWATER, MA 02324 | 508-697-7557 | WWW.THEBRIDGECTR.ORG

WE CAN'T DO IT

WITHOUT THEM.

THEY CAN'T DO IT

WITHOUT YOU.

Sponsor A Horse Program

Did you know that only 1 in every 15 horses taken in on trial actually works out as a therapy horse? The Bridge Center’s herd costs around $40,000 annually to cover their well deserved care. This program helps to offset the cost of general care, providing feed, shoeing, routine veterinary care, and supplemental services to our amazing herd of horses.

Our horses are gentle spirits, many of which are enjoying a second, or third career.

Riders and volunteers develop close relationships with their horse and through this

connection can experience the unconditional love of an equine. You can help The

Bridge Center by sponsoring one of our equine partners.

1. Select Your Horse

Each of our horse's have their own story., one of which will speak with you. We ask

that you select one of our horses to support at the riding center.

2. Select Your Gift

Caring for our equines is a labor of love, and one that goes on, all year round. We do this be-

cause they give us so much more in return. For the horse that you love, you can support them a

few different ways:

Full Sponsorship: covers their yearly costs of hay, grain, shavings, vet care, as well

as farrier needs. These gifts can be covered in monthly payments.

Half Sponsorship: covers their costs of hay, grain, shavings, vet care, as well as

farrier needs for 6 months. These gifts can be covered in monthly payments.

One-Time Gift: we know that not everyone can afford to cover the entire cost of

our beloved equines , so there are still ways your can support your favorite.

THE BRIDGE CENTER

470 PINE STREET BRIDGEWATER, MA 02324 | 508-697-7557 | WWW.THEBRIDGECTR.ORG

Princess: 25 year old Welsh Pony. Herd member since 2012

Previous Career: Therapy Horse

Princess has a special fan club of riders who love her the most and she loves them

right back! Princess is so careful and gentle with her little riders. She helps them

build confidence and meets their sensory needs with her bouncy trot.

Sunny: 26 year old Quarter Horse Paso Fino. Herd member since 2012

Previous Career: Trail Horse & Mom

Sunny is one of TBC’s most reliable therapy horses. Sunny is sensitive to her riders’

needs and helps them reach their goals with her sweet nature. Sunny has many

sensitivities herself, and has an extra understanding of her riders, that she treats

with extra care.

Meet Our Herd The Bridge Center’s Therapeutic Herd is made up of 8 amazing horses.

Each with a story as unique as the riders that they teach. They are all different ages,

breeds, sizes, and personalities. They each have strengths that make them amazing

therapy horses.

Read their stories and find your favorite, if you can pick just one!

Roxy: 25 year old Halflinger. Herd member since 2009

Previous Career: Short Stirrup Show Pony

Roxy has seen it all at TBC. She’s our been-there, done-that horse and always goes

the extra-mile to meet her rider’s unique needs. Roxy has been at TBC for a long time and requires a special supplement regimen to keep her feeling young. Roxy loves it when her riders feed her treats at the end of their lesson and will even “smile” for them!

Amber: 20 year old Connemara Buckskin. Herd member since 2018

Previous Career: Short Stirrup Jumper Pony

Amber’s quiet personality is a perfect match for the school groups that come each

week to TBC. These riders are always very excited to see Amber. She welcomes all

the children with gentle sniff and lets them pet her soft muzzle. Amber loves meet-

ing all the children that come to TBC and helping them learn on her back.

Belle: 18 year old Paint Cross. Herd member since 2018

Previous Career: Lesson & Camp Horse

Belle’s biggest attribute is teaching little children how to ride. Although she is big enough for an adult rider, she doesn’t really care for them! The smaller the

rider, the more Belle goes out of her way to make sure they are safe and having fun.

Cupcake: 14 year old Paint. Herd member since 2018

Previous Career: Dressage, Camp, & Lesson Horse

Cupcake arrived at TBC last summer and wowed everyone with her beautiful mark-

ings and friendly can-do personality. Cupcake gives her riders a safe challenge as they

learn to steer independently, and her smooth trot is just the right rhythm to learn to

how to post. Cupcake is as steady as they come. No matter what else is going on

around her, Cupcake listens to her riders.

Hubert: 10 year old Draft Cross. Herd member since 2016

Previous Career: Amish Driving Horse

Hubert is the largest horse at TBC weighing in at 1,800 pounds and standing 18 hands

high. You would think with his large size he would be intimidating, but most riders are

immediately drawn to him. His personality and heart are as big as he is, which makes

him desirable to all! Hubert’s greatest joy in life, other than eating, is working with his

therapeutic riders.

Jimmy: 16 year old Quarter Horse. Herd member since 2016

Previous Career: Hunter Jumper Horse

Jimmy is one of the taller horses at TBC. Jimmy wears special shoes on his

front hooves that keep him comfortable for his lessons. He needs a new set of

horseshoes every eight weeks to help riders lik gain confidence.

Tiimy: 25 year old Shetland Cross. Herd member since 2017.

Previous Career: Carriage Driving & 4H

Tiimy is the smallest horse at TBC. Tiimy’s special talent is to help TBC stu-

dents gain confidence working with horses on the ground. Tiimy is used in our

horsemanship classes and provides a less intimidating way to learn how to be

confident and safe with horses

Spirit: 14 year old Norwegian Fjord. Herd member since 2017

Previous Career: Lesson Pony

Spirit has a special knack for finding his way out of anything. He’s easily the most

creative horse at TBC. Students who work with Spirit unlock their creativity and

drive to accomplish anything they set their mind to!

Sponsorships Sponsorships are horse specific at The Bridge Center. Payment may be made in a

lump sum or in monthly installments for full and half sponsorships. Contact The

Bridge Center to set up a sponsorship and payment plan that is best for you!

Amber Full: $3,500 Half: $1,750 Belle Full: $6,000 Half: $3,000 Cupcake Full: $6,000 Half: $3,000 Hubert Full: $6,000 Half: $3,000 Jimmy Full: $6,500 Half: $3,250 Princess Full: $3,000 Half: $1,500 Roxy Full: $3,500 Half: $1,750 Spirit Full: $2,500 Half:: $1,250 Sunny Full: $3,500 Half: $1,750 Tiimy Full: $2,000 Half: $1,000

Individuals, Groups, Organizations or Corporations can all make pledges for the upkeep of a particular horse. Sponsorships are annual commitments, commencing the date the donation is received. The do-nation or monthly pledge must be renewed yearly to remain in place. Each program listed above includes each horses specific nutritional

needs, bedding, medical care, and farrier needs.

What YOU Get from Sponsoring

-You will receive a Certificate of Sponsorship with a photo of your horse and a duplicate

Certificate will be displayed on your horse’s stall for the duration of your sponsorship.

-You will also receive recognition in The Bridge Center Email News Blasts, Printed Materi-

als, The Bridge Center social medial platforms, and on The Bridge Center website.

-You are welcome to stop by and visit your horse during normal program hours, but we

suggest that you call ahead to determine when your horse is not on duty.

If you are interested in receiving more information, please contact Jaclyn Ross at

jross@thebridgectr.org and we’ll get back to you promptly!

The Bridge Center is a recognized non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the

Internal Revenue Code. Your contribution is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by

law. Our tax identification number is #04628271

THE BRIDGE CENTER

470 PINE STREET BRIDGEWATER, MA 02324 | 508-697-7557 | WWW.THEBRIDGECTR.ORG

One-Time Gifts Sponsorships can be a large commitment, we also offer smaller opportunities so that

anyone who loves our horses can support them Supplements

All of our amazing horses take various supplements to maintain a happy and healthy

lifestyle. The following supplements are always used for our horses:

SmartFlex Senior Pellet

SmartDigest

Equioxx

U-Guard

These supplements can be purchased through SmarPak and delivered directly to

The Bridge Center or, you can simply make a donation to The Bridge Center in the

amount of the supplement you select.

Saddles

Currently we have 4 of our herd mem-

bers that need a saddle upgrade! Most

of our horses use a Wintec saddle that

seems to please both horse and our

riders. Amber, Jimmy, Princess, and

Sunny are in need! If you want to

support one of their saddle needs, we

are asking for a donation of $750.