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Donate

Braveheart relies heavily on the generosity of others. We are seeking donations of money, time, and/or supplies. Below is a partial list of needed items. However, if you have something you think we could use and it is not listed, please contact us.

Wish List
  • Volunteers
  • Dell Computer
  • Sponsors for Horses
  • Sponsors for Riders
  • Tack
  • Saddles
  • Pads
  • Brushes
  • Lead Ropes
  • Wormers
  • Feed
  • Toys
  • Fly Spray
  • Buckets
  • Gift certificates to Freedom Rider catalog
  • Sheets (all sizes)
  • Blankets (all sizes)
  • Wheelbarrows
  • Apple Pickers
  • Halters
  • Sponges
  • Squirt Bottles
  • Muck Buckets
    Water buckets
  • Heated buckets
  • Shovels, etc.

All proceeds are used for the program to purchase feed, tack, supplies, etc. No money is used for operating expenses.
For monetary, tax-deductible donations, you may make checks
payable to Braveheart and send to:

Braveheart TRC
ATTN: Ceci Maloney
4652 Birmingham Drive
Pawnee, Illinois 62558

Volunteer

Braveheart depends on the support and participation of volunteer workers as an integral part for the success of the program. We would have no program without the volunteers. Volunteer opportunities include:

Horse Related

  • Leading
  • Side walking

Other

  • Video taping/digital pictures
  • Assisting Instructors
  • Fundraising
  • Recruiting
Requirements
Unfortunately, becoming a volunteer is not open to everyone. Each volunteer must meet the following requirements and qualifications to ensure the safety and efficiency of our organization:
  • Must be 14 years old or older to work with horse and rider in the arena
  • Must be dependable, able to make commitment
  • Must have reliable means of transportation
  • Must enjoy working with people with handicaps
  • Must be in reasonably good health, able to walk for 30 minutes and jog a minimum of 100 yards
  • Must attend volunteer orientation training

Time Commitment
The amount of time you commit to our program is up to you. However, once you have decided the amount of time you can give us, we expect you to be reliable and dependable. We ask that you show up 15 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson time to assist the rider with helmet, gathering tack, etc. Everyone counts on you to be there!

Apply to Volunteer!

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for Braveheart and meet the requirements listed above:
Apply Online or contact the Braveheart office at (217) 494-4537.