December 31st, 2019
Congratulations to Heather Thomas on winning the 2019 Leg-Up Raffle foal, Venifica d'Avalon (Vindication S x Morticia/Mannhattan/Frohwind). Venefica will be moving to Lexington, Kentucky. We look forward to seeing this pair in the show ring in a few years!
Congratulations to Heather Thomas on winning the 2019 Leg-Up Raffle foal, Venifica d'Avalon (Vindication S x Morticia/Mannhattan/Frohwind). Venefica will be moving to Lexington, Kentucky. We look forward to seeing this pair in the show ring in a few years!
December 31st, 2018
Congratulations to Gretta Teets on winning the 2018 Leg-Up Raffle foal, Tarantino d'Avalon (ES Toronto x Emmanuelle d'Avalon/Edelweiss de Bonce) Tarantino will be moving to Texas!
Congratulations to Gretta Teets on winning the 2018 Leg-Up Raffle foal, Tarantino d'Avalon (ES Toronto x Emmanuelle d'Avalon/Edelweiss de Bonce) Tarantino will be moving to Texas!
December 31st, 2017
Congratulations to Marcella Pinell on wining the 2017 Leg-Up raffle foal, Plot Twist d'Avalon! You have won a really exceptional filly!
Congratulations to Marcella Pinell on wining the 2017 Leg-Up raffle foal, Plot Twist d'Avalon! You have won a really exceptional filly!
December 14th, 2017
Last day to purchase your raffle tickets! We will draw the winning ticket on December 31st, 2017! Thanks to everyone that has generously supported Leg-Up this year. Lots of people in need of help!
Last day to purchase your raffle tickets! We will draw the winning ticket on December 31st, 2017! Thanks to everyone that has generously supported Leg-Up this year. Lots of people in need of help!
August 1, 2017
Here is another photo from our session in July. Cause and Affect Modeling and the models with Plot Twist d'Avalon. The models are Calvin and Cory Boling (yes, they are identical twins!), Brady Seamon and Evan Ramsey! Thank you to all of them for their generous donation of time and beauty!
Here is another photo from our session in July. Cause and Affect Modeling and the models with Plot Twist d'Avalon. The models are Calvin and Cory Boling (yes, they are identical twins!), Brady Seamon and Evan Ramsey! Thank you to all of them for their generous donation of time and beauty!
July 12th, 2017
We had a rather fun day here at Avalon Equine. Cause and Affect Modeling Agency and 4 of their models generously donated their time to Leg-Up for a fun photo shoot! This is Brady Seamon with Plot Twist d'Avalon. It was really fun watching these two interact with each other. Plot Twist definitely thought Brady was the cat's meow !
We had a rather fun day here at Avalon Equine. Cause and Affect Modeling Agency and 4 of their models generously donated their time to Leg-Up for a fun photo shoot! This is Brady Seamon with Plot Twist d'Avalon. It was really fun watching these two interact with each other. Plot Twist definitely thought Brady was the cat's meow !
July 4th, 2017
Happy Independence Day! Be safe out there!
Happy Independence Day! Be safe out there!
December 31, 2016 - Congratulations to Ana Pinell of Texas. She is the 2016 winner of Poison Ivy d'Avalon! We are excited to watch where this girl goes! She was the 2016 RPSI High Scoring foal and Site Champion at her inspection. FANCY! And, of course, thank you to everyone that helped and purchased raffle tickets. Funds went to several people and organizations that needed some assistance!
December 31, 2015 - Congratulations to Lorraine Thompson of Little Rock, Arkansas. She is the 2015 winner of Gold Doubloon d'Avalon! Thank you everyone that contributed to this year's raffle! The funding has gone towards helping people and equines that find themselves in need of assistance. We are humbled by all that contributed and helped!
January 1, 2015 - Leg-Up is now registered with Amazon Smiles!
December 31, 2014 Congratulations to Sandra Rohr of Illinois! She is the winner of the raffle foal, Gold Sovereign d'Avalon!
December 15, 2014
The 2014 Leg-Up Foal Raffle ticket sales has ended. Thank you to everyone who has participated and good luck to all!
The 2014 Leg-Up Foal Raffle ticket sales has ended. Thank you to everyone who has participated and good luck to all!
June 24, 2014
It's that time of year again! This year, Avalon Equine has outdone itself in the foal they have donated to Leg-Up! A STUNNING gilded colt! This year's Raffle Foal is Gold Sovereign d'Avalon (Goldmaker x Macy's Rainbow/Mannhattan) - a gloriously golden, Buckskin colt! He is the full sibling to last year's RPSI high scoring filly, Georgia Gold d'Avalon!
HOLY SMOKES someone's gonna get a beautiful foal this year! To buy tickets, go to the Foal Raffle page for more information!
Good luck and thank you to everyone that helps us keep paying it forward!
It's that time of year again! This year, Avalon Equine has outdone itself in the foal they have donated to Leg-Up! A STUNNING gilded colt! This year's Raffle Foal is Gold Sovereign d'Avalon (Goldmaker x Macy's Rainbow/Mannhattan) - a gloriously golden, Buckskin colt! He is the full sibling to last year's RPSI high scoring filly, Georgia Gold d'Avalon!
HOLY SMOKES someone's gonna get a beautiful foal this year! To buy tickets, go to the Foal Raffle page for more information!
Good luck and thank you to everyone that helps us keep paying it forward!
December 31, 2013
Congratulations to Stephanie Wendorf of Colorado on holding the winning ticket for the raffle foal, Elixir d'Avalon! We look forward to updates on how this colt matures!
We wish to thank everyone that purchased tickets and helped fund our coffers so that we are able to continue to assist equestrians and equines impacted by devastating life forces!
Watch for our 2014 Raffle!
Congratulations to Stephanie Wendorf of Colorado on holding the winning ticket for the raffle foal, Elixir d'Avalon! We look forward to updates on how this colt matures!
We wish to thank everyone that purchased tickets and helped fund our coffers so that we are able to continue to assist equestrians and equines impacted by devastating life forces!
Watch for our 2014 Raffle!
September 1, 2013
Colorado equestrians suffered devastating losses and difficulties due to record breaking flooding throughout the state. Leg-Up through dedicated volunteers, provided feed to assist those equestrians that are struggling due to the massive damage that was done. If you wish to assist your fellow horse owners, please go to our donation page!
Colorado equestrians suffered devastating losses and difficulties due to record breaking flooding throughout the state. Leg-Up through dedicated volunteers, provided feed to assist those equestrians that are struggling due to the massive damage that was done. If you wish to assist your fellow horse owners, please go to our donation page!
May 21st, 2013
On May 20th, 2013, Oklahoma residents were hit with a series of storms that resulted in several large tornadoes touching down and leaving ruin and destruction in their wake. We have started a fund raising page for those wishing to donate funds to assist those that were impacted by the tornadoes devastation. Please go to our donation page to assist!
February 12th, 2013
We are happy to report that a total of $24,559 has been sent to Marin Humane Society for the recent fundraising auction. There are still several outstanding balances owed on auction items. If you are one of the purchasers for an auction item and have not paid, please make arrangements to do so.
The amount paid to Marin Humane Society is the net of funds received to date (less payments for Paypal commissions, Google Wallet commissions, mailings/postage and promotion for the fundraising). Per a discussion with Marin Humane Society, $1,500 was held back in case there are any disputes or problems for any of the auction items donated. Those funds will be forwarded to Marin Humane Society at a later date when all distributions of auction items have been made.
The amount paid to Marin Humane Society is the net of funds received to date (less payments for Paypal commissions, Google Wallet commissions, mailings/postage and promotion for the fundraising). Per a discussion with Marin Humane Society, $1,500 was held back in case there are any disputes or problems for any of the auction items donated. Those funds will be forwarded to Marin Humane Society at a later date when all distributions of auction items have been made.
February 4, 2013
January 31, 2013
What an astounding outpouring of support from the sport horse industry! The auction fundraiser that was done to help Marin Humane Society with their costs with the seizure, care and legal fees associated with horses from a well known warmblood breeder in their county, closed this evening. Over $30,000 in gross funds were raised. The Auction was brainstormed and started on January 1st, 2013 and went "live" on January 3rd, 2013. It was an incredible success and can only be credited to all of the caring people within that industry! Thank you to all that have participated and we would ask anyone that is looking for a sporthorse stallion to breed to or a gift item to purchase, check out the list of generous donors first! We have set up a page of all the people and businesses that donated to the auction! Check 'em out!!
January 26, 2013
Jamie and Gerry Anderson
Although the horse is the common thread for those associated with the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program, it's not the only way those associated with it work at helping others. One of our board members is the son of Thunderbirds creater, Gerry Anderson. Featured in the Daily Telegraph - UK paper - is an article about both Jamie, and his father's contribution to Alzheimer's research. Jamie Anderson is active in fund raising for Alzheimer research in England. We are quite proud of the generous spirit of those affiliated with our organization.
January 17, 2013
The mare, Devil's Sis, recently seized from Gray Fox Farm.
Just so no one misunderstands our reasoning, this is one of the horses seized by Marin Humane Society in the ongoing case involving Jill Burnell/Gray Fox Farm. This mare, identified by Burnell as "Pookie" has since been identified as the mare, Devil's Sis. She is also rumored to be pregnant.
We cannot say enough for all of the wonderful people that have donated funds and items to this cause, but also to those that have purchased items listed in the auction. It is gratifying to see how the horse community can come together and make things HAPPEN!
We cannot say enough for all of the wonderful people that have donated funds and items to this cause, but also to those that have purchased items listed in the auction. It is gratifying to see how the horse community can come together and make things HAPPEN!
January 14, 2013
Moulin Rouge and Jos waiting to load on the trailer
Moulin Rouge d'Avalon (Mannhattan x Faberge/Frohwind) headed for her new home with Marsha Byrum this afternoon. She's definitely FLUFFY! .But she was such a good girl! Got right on the trailer with no histrionics or hysteria! Enjoy her, Marsha! She "is" a special one!
December 31st, 2012
Moulin Rouge d'Avalon in November, 2012.
Congratulations to Marsha Byrum of Aiken, South Carolina! She is the winning ticket holder of the 2012 Warmblood Foal Raffle! Moulin Rouge d'Avalon will be traveling to warmer climates.
We wish to thank everyone for their participation and support and a special thank you to Attorney James Pennington for taking the time out of his Holiday Weekend to help us draw the winner.
With the funds that been raised, we look forward to being able to assist others that are in need of a helping hand. Stay tuned for other fund raisers in the near future!
We wish to thank everyone for their participation and support and a special thank you to Attorney James Pennington for taking the time out of his Holiday Weekend to help us draw the winner.
With the funds that been raised, we look forward to being able to assist others that are in need of a helping hand. Stay tuned for other fund raisers in the near future!
December 9th, 2012
Edward with the Quarter Horse stallion, Rare Bar.
Edward Hyde, a self-employed farrier based in Washington, Oklahoma was L.E.A.P.'s latest recipient for an assistance grant. Edward was diagnosed with Multiple Myolema in the spring of 2012 and has been unable to work while going through treatment.
November 30, 2012
We are thrilled to say that Eddo Hoekstra is back on a horse!! He is participating in a therapeutic riding program and is making great progress. We can't be more pleased at the progress he is making and look forward to hearing more updates!
September 26, 2012
Eddo Hoekstra suffered a paralyzing stroke in June, 2012. Just a few weeks before the stroke, Eddo also became a father for the first time, making his stroke even more tragic. His teaching, riding and training are his sole means of support and he is now completely wheelchair-bound and paralyzed on his left side.
A portion of the funds raised by the foal raffle this year has been earmarked to assist in purchasing a mobility wheelchair for Eddo. Additionally, we have set up a separate account for individuals wishing to make donations dedicated to assisting us in that goal. Please check out Eddo's page here for more information about him and everyone's efforts in helping him!
A portion of the funds raised by the foal raffle this year has been earmarked to assist in purchasing a mobility wheelchair for Eddo. Additionally, we have set up a separate account for individuals wishing to make donations dedicated to assisting us in that goal. Please check out Eddo's page here for more information about him and everyone's efforts in helping him!
August 17, 2012
James P. Pennington, Attorney at Law has generously agreed to once again, do the raffle ticket drawing for the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program this year. Thank you once again for your time, energy and efforts, Mr. Pennington! It is most appreciated!
August 14, 2012
We are pleased to announce that the 2012 Warmblood Foal Raffle has begun! Good luck everyone and thank you for your generous spirit! To purchase your ticket(s) - Go to the Foal Raffle page!
July 27th, 2012
We wish to extend a thank you to Rheinland Pfalz-saar International for their generous donation of the inspection and registration costs for Moulin Rouge d'Avalon! We appreciate their support and assistance in promoting the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Prorgram!
July 22, 2012
Avalon Equine has generously donated another foal for the 2012 raffle - pictured here at 24 hours old! We are thrilled with the latest foal - a filly by Mannhattan (Finesse x Wellwisher/Wendepunkt) and out of the mare, Faberge (Frohwind x Rum Bun xx). This filly is yet unnamed but is a full sibling to the mare, Morticia and to the gelding, Microburst.
Rheinland Pfalz-Saar International (RPSI) has generously offered to donate the inspection and registration of this filly.
Stay tuned for more details on how to purchase raffle tickets and hopefully a name for this lovely girl!
Rheinland Pfalz-Saar International (RPSI) has generously offered to donate the inspection and registration of this filly.
Stay tuned for more details on how to purchase raffle tickets and hopefully a name for this lovely girl!
May 29, 2012
Beetlejuice enjoying his first birthday at his new home with Wendy Thompson! We think he is a bit spoiled and well loved!
April 25, 2012
Here's a photograph of Beetlejuice d'Avalon, the raffle foal donated by Avalon Equine from this spring. The photo was sent to us by the raffle winner and his new owner, Wendy Thompson! We look forward to continued updates on their progress over the years.
April 17, 2012
Below is our latest ad featured in Warmbloods Today in it's unadulterated form without the text. The photo features our German Riding Pony, Belafonte d'Avalon (Hilkens Black Delight x Mata Hari/Mannhattan) and will be featured in the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program's fund raising calendar. We hope you enjoy the latest ad - we enjoy the whimsey of it!
March 28, 2012
Jos Mottershead and Dr. Pat McCue
Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program is pleased to announce that a donation was made to Colorado State University's Equine Reproduction Laboratory to assist students who lost all of their research and data during the fire that gutted the Repro Lab in 2011. The funds will be dedicated specifically for education and is earmarked to help those students specifically impacted by the fire.
Dr. Pat McCue accepted the donation on behalf of Colorado State University.
Dr. Pat McCue accepted the donation on behalf of Colorado State University.
March 11, 2012
Wendy Thompson picked up Beetlejuice d'Avalon yesterday! A hunter/jumper rider, Wendy is thrilled to have been the winner of Beetlejuice and looks forward to competing with him over the years. We have prevailed upon her to send us periodic updates of both of them and we wish them both a long and successful career together!
March 5, 2012
Congratulations to Wendy Thompson! Wendy held the winning ticket for the warmblood foal raffle! She was over the top when we called to inform her that she had the winning ticket!
Thank you to James Pennington, Attorney At Law for handling the drawing of the winning ticket! And a big thank you to everyone that purchased tickets! It was a resounding success and that was only possible through everyone's support!
Stay tuned for updated photos - watch the News page on the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program, Inc.!
Thank you to James Pennington, Attorney At Law for handling the drawing of the winning ticket! And a big thank you to everyone that purchased tickets! It was a resounding success and that was only possible through everyone's support!
Stay tuned for updated photos - watch the News page on the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program, Inc.!
February 14, 2012
The warmblood foal raffle is now over. Thank you everyone for your wonderful support of this fund raiser. The drawing will be held at the Law Offices of Mr James Pennington on March 5, 2012. We look forward to announcing the lucky winner on that date! Good luck to all that have entered!
January 24, 2012
Just three weeks left to purchase your raffle tickets! Beetlejuice (the dude in the middle of the pile of ponies) is doing well. He got his feet trimmed and dewormed last week and is growing like a weed. A super sweet temperament, he's enjoying the life just hanging out with the rest of the "kids"!
December 31, 2011
As many of you don't receive Warmbloods Today (a magazine we highly recommend for the sporthorse breeder), below is the ad that recently appeared there. The photo of the rider - notice he "IS" wearing a helmet - is one that will appear in the calendar we are working on for the Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program. We wish to thank all of our models who so generously donated their time and "bodies" for the photo shoots - and despite appearances, all photos are "G" rated. Watch here for the announcement of when the calendar will be available for purchase!
We would like to also thank Avalon Equine for their generous donation of Beetlejuice d'Avalon for our Foal Raffle! Please go to that page and purchase tickets! We're hoping to raise at least $10,000 from the sale of tickets and through the support of all the generous people purchasing tickets, we are well on our way!
We would like to also thank Avalon Equine for their generous donation of Beetlejuice d'Avalon for our Foal Raffle! Please go to that page and purchase tickets! We're hoping to raise at least $10,000 from the sale of tickets and through the support of all the generous people purchasing tickets, we are well on our way!
December 27, 2011
Due to a concerns
by the Equestrian Aid Foundation, we have, in order to avoid any
confusion, changed the name to Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program,
Inc. (L.E.A.P.). We hope that this avoids any confusion between the two
organizations!