Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center

03/14/2026

We are adding more experiences to the auction items at The Mane Event!

How about an airplane ride?

03/13/2026

It’s not too late to get your raffle tickets!

Drawing is March 28 at The Mane Event.

03/13/2026

The return of green pastures is always a welcome sign!

Momentum is building as we march toward a brighter future with the start of sessions.

Volunteer training dates will be posted soon. We eagerly anticipate reuniting with familiar faces and welcoming new ones.

03/12/2026

The items on The Mane Event auction will be unique this year. We are getting some great items donated to make this year better than before.

This handcrafted lamp will look great in any office! Thank you, Steve and Amy Jones, for this wonderful donation!

03/10/2026

02/28/2026

Today is Rare Disease Awareness Day, a day to acknowledge the extraordinary individuals and families we serve who embody resilience in the face of uncommon challenges. Their unwavering determination inspires us every day.

Through equine-assisted services we foster opportunities for growth, connection, and empowerment, unlocking the potential within each individual. The horse becomes a catalyst for transformation, forging partnerships, promoting regulation, and cultivating community.

Let's stand together with our clients and families, championing awareness, inclusivity, and informed care, and celebrate their courage and advocacy.

02/28/2026

🐴 Sponsorship Opportunity 🐴

We have a few spots open for Sponsors
The Mane Event
Date: March 28
Place: Albers Legion

✳️ Event Sponsors

💵 Gold – $500
• Table for 8
• Advertising before & during the event

💴 Silver – $250
• Table for 3
• Advertising before & during the event

Other Ways to Give

📣 Oral Auction
We are accepting unique items for the oral auction. Handcrafted items and experiences are appreciated and sought after by a generous bidders

✍️ Silent Auction
We are accepting donations for a silent auction:
• Fun themed baskets
• Individual items

💰Penny Raffle Donations
• Gift certificates

🌳 Money tree
• Gift Cards
• Lottery Tickets

🍻 Wagon of Booze
• Beer
• Whiskey
• Wine
• And More

👩‍💻 ALL monetary sponsors will be recognized on our Social Media pages!

Interested in helping make this event the best one yet?
Send a message or comment below for more information!

02/25/2026

🐴✨ Become a Sponsor of The Mane Event! ✨🐴

We’re gearing up for The Mane Event and are inviting local businesses, families, and community supporters to partner with us as sponsors! This special evening supports our mission and brings our community together for a fun and meaningful night.

🥈 Silver Sponsorship – $250

• 4 tickets to The Mane Event
• Recognition in local newspapers
• Recognition on social media
• Recognition on our website
• Recognition at the event

🥇 Gold Sponsorship – $500

• 8 tickets to The Mane Event
• Recognition in local newspapers
• Recognition on social media
• Recognition on our website
• Recognition at the event

Your sponsorship not only gives you a great night out — it shows your commitment to making a difference in our community.

If you’re interested in becoming a Silver or Gold Sponsor send donation with “SPONSOR” in the comment via:

💸 PayPal found at www.chakota-trc.org

💵 Venmo -TRC

📬 mail a check to Chakota TRC, 6248 Wesclin Rd, Germantown, IL 62245

Let’s make this year’s The Mane Event the best one yet! 🌟

Chakota TRC is registered nonprofit 501(c)3 organization - EIN 20-5633245.

Our Mission is to provide people with disabilities the opportunity for therapeutic interaction with horses, with the goal of increasing their self-esteem, dignity and emotional well-being.

02/21/2026

Please share! We’d love to see many new faces.

02/16/2026

Another opportunity to support Chakota and a local business!

02/09/2026

As much as we miss the willow tree, we’re just as grateful for the level walking surface into the barn.

We are grateful for the donors who made this possible.