Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center

12/19/2025

If you watch only one Christmas movie this year, make it be “Thank God: Christmas at Keller Ranch"

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The beginning of the movie outlines the benefits of equine-assisted therapy. It explains the bond between horse and human. It’s everything Chakota has been striving for…minus the romance. 😊

Make yourself a cup of hot chocolate and bundle up.

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12/16/2025

Sunday evening we were invited to Highland KC Hall for their annual membership Christmas banquet. Board member, Chris Boenhoff, and volunteer, Tyson Thompson, were able to attend to accept a donation.

The Knights of Columbus organization gives generously to organizations like Chakota that offer opportunities to individuals with disabilities. We’re honored to be considered for annual donations from several of the organizations in our service area.

12/13/2025

We appreciate that the Albers Legion offered us the opportunity to work the food stand at the Kohrmann Equipment auction today.

These hard working volunteers, and more not pictured, braved the cold weather today to serve hot food and drinks.

We always welcome new volunteers to the fundraising committee. Send us a message if you’re interested in helping with future fundraisers.

12/12/2025

Chakota is eager to expand the Board of Directors with new talent and fresh ideas.

What you must have:

🗓️ Availability one evening a month to attend the board meeting.

💕 Desire to help the program grow.

Please send an email to info@chakota-trc.org to request an application to the Board of Directors.

You can reach out to one of these current Board members to discuss the opportunity in person.

Chris Boenhoff
Gary Davis
June Davis
Michelle Hagen
Travis Hoffeditz
Linda Italiano
Barb Johnson
Mike Kohlbrecher
Tom O’Brien
Jan Reinhardt
Shelly Zeisset

12/11/2025

*****VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. NO HORSE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. ******

It’s that time of year when we start preparing for upcoming fundraisers. We have three in process now. Here’s how you can help:

1. Bake a pie or two and drop it off before Saturday morning. We have been asked to help with the food stand at the Kohrmann Machinery Auction Saturday morning.

2. Volunteer to work the food stand for an hour or two Saturday, December 13. Help is needed starting at 10:00 am until the end of the auction or until the food runs out. If we get enough volunteers to work an hour or two, we don’t all have to spend long hours in a cold shed. The Albers Legion is preparing all the food (except desserts) and Chakota is working the food stand. All proceeds will be donated to Chakota.

2. Assist with getting round sponsors for Trivia night. Talk to local businesses about sponsoring a trivia round for $50. The business gets a shout out on social meeting and mentioned at the event.

3. Assist with activities at Trivia on February 6 at Breese KC Hall

3. Gather raffle baskets for Trivia night. We’d like to offer a good variety of baskets valued at $40-$50 each for the Penny Raffle.

4. The Mane Event is our biggest fundraiser. It requires a lot of time to solicit businesses for donations as sponsors, for auction items, and raffle baskets.

If you have been looking for a way to help but don’t particularly like the idea of being around horses:

📧 Email a message to info@chakota-trc.org

📞 Call 618-224-4236 #3

📱 Text 618-604-9559

We will route your message to the coordinator of the event.

12/10/2025

A heartfelt thank you to the Carlyle Knights of Columbus for their continued support and generosity! Their annual donation means more than words can express. Because of their commitment and belief in our mission, we’re able to keep making a positive impact in our community year after year.

We are truly grateful for their partnership, kindness, and the good works they make possible for so may organizations.

Thank you, Carlyle Knights of Columbus, for standing with us!

12/05/2025

Look at that delicious menu!

One last day to support Chakota while also supporting a local business that gives generously to the community.

Don’t be surprised if you see a loyal Chakota volunteer on the DK parking lot in Breese or Trenton. They will be handing out coupons.

The coupon lets DK know you want 10% of your order donated to Chakota.

12/04/2025

If you’re doing some Christmas shopping for that handyman, or woman, on your list tomorrow, stop at Tonnies Hardware in Albers. They have a Milwaukee tool for every project, big or small. You might even find a Milwaukee onesie for dad’s newest helper.

While checking out, pick up a coupon and treat yourself to Dairy King. All while supporting the businesses that support Chakota.

12/03/2025

Make sure you have your coupon when dashing through the drive thru at Dairy King this week.

12/01/2025

Do you have your coupon to support Chakota?

Sadly, they closed today (Monday) due to snow. 😔. We trust we’ll see you there another night.

12/01/2025

You must have this coupon when ordering to make the donation.
Let us know if you need one, or two, or more!