Sunset sky over silhouetted hills

Annual benefit

Thank you for believing in the magic.

Our Believe in the Magic benefit has come and gone, and what a day it was - polo, music, and purpose at a private Montecito estate. To everyone who joined us, sponsored, and gave: thank you. Because of you, more young people will spend time with our herd this year.

Looking back

A day of polo, music, and purpose.

Sunset polo on the lawn, a saxophonist under the stars, and the kids who make it matter.

Katja Rieckermann performing onstageColonial-style estate at dusk with columns and palm treePolo match action with riders galloping

The work continues year-round.

The event may be over, but our programs run every week. If you would like to keep the herd working, a gift of any size funds equine therapy for a young person who needs it.

Chukkers for Children

Chukkersforchildren.org

An initiative of the Leonard C. Maudens Foundation. Equine-assisted programs for At Risk, Special Needs, and neurodivergent young people in California, including across the Santa Ynez Valley and Montecito

The Leonard C. Maudens Foundation, a nonprofit organization
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Chico, CA 95926

 

 

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