2008 Fundraiser Overview

 As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, Partners For Progress relies on fundraising events, grant writing, community support and the generosity of its program supporters to raise the funds necessary to continue growth and provide quality programs.

 Partners For Progress (PFP) hosts four major fundraising events each year; The Dream Big Derby Day Party, Head for the Hills Ride-A-Thon, Summerfest Celebration and Student Horse Show, and The Down Home Barn Dance & Pig Roast.

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Dream Big Derby Day Party:
May 3, 2008

The Dream Big Derby Day Party is Saturday, May 3 at Tempel Farm in Wadsworth, Illinois.  This is PFP’s version of the ultimate Kentucky Derby Party.  The celebration will begin with casino games, delicious food and PFP’s very own Derby Racing Events!  The day’s festivities will conclude with the Run for the Roses – The Kentucky Derby.  Winners will have the chance to win great prizes. 

PFP’s Head For The Hills Ride-A-Thon
June 1, 2008

The 2008 Ride-A-Thon will take place on Sunday, June 1.  This event allows 24 lucky riders to use the skills they have developed and take their therapy friends out on a trail ride at the beautiful Chain O’Lakes State Park.  The trail ride is then followed by a Chuck Wagon BBQ lunch.  Each rider must raise a minimum of $500 in sponsors to take part in this special day.  PFP also welcomes supporters of our program to join us on this special day.  They can depart out on the trails at 8:30AM and return back to join us for a delicious lunch.  Non-program riders must raise a minimum of $50 in sponsors if they bring their own horse or $100 if they need to use a livery line horse. 

Summerfest Celebration and Student Horse Show
August 17, 2008

PFP’s Summerfest on Sunday, August 17 is a day of fun for the whole family.  Come and spend the day at our home, Fields & Fences, enjoying carnival games, delicious BBQ, decadent sweets, beautiful raffle baskets and a fabulous Horse Show put on by the riders of PFP.  We even have our very own jail cell, the PFP POKEY.  Nominate someone you love to be arrested by the PFP Sheriff and Mounted Police.  Set their bail and have a laugh watching them get locked up to raise bail for our great program!  Make sure you plan your day to be there at noon for a fabulous show by Alex Rothacker and friends from TOPS Kennels in Grayslake, Illinois.  

Down Home Barn Dance & Pig Roast
November 1, 2008

PFP’s Down Home Barn Dance & Pig Roast on Saturday, November 1 is the best darned Hoe Down this side of Texas!  The large indoor arena at Fields & Fences is magically transformed into a sensational Hoe Down.  The evening’s festivities include a Live and Silent Auction, Raffle Baskets, Fabulous BBQ Dinner and Dancing to a live band and caller!  Last year, over 400 cowboys and cowgirls attended this event.  Mark your calendar for this one so you don’t miss out on all of the fun!  Event tickets are $100 for adults, $50 for children 10 and under.  Tickets will be on sale soon.