Tonight begins the first of several official Horse World Gives Back events in which the horse world unites to help the victims of the recent floods and tornadoes. Here’s why it’s so important that we come together to support our equestrian friends across the US:
The destruction and loss of life, human and animal, has been unprecedented and there are so many that need our help.
- 1,314 tornadoes so far this year.
- More than 4 million people have been affected by the floods adjacent to the Mississippi and Atchafalaya rivers from Illinois 635 miles south to the Gulf of Mexico.
- Over 500 people have died as a result of these disasters.
- An unbelievable number of animals lost including horses, livestock and household pets.
- Billions of dollars of damage to farms, barns, fencing and crops.
Radiothon June 6, 6-9 pm ET
Hosted by Glenn, Jamie, and Helena from the Horse Radio Network, recorded live from the American Red Cross in Lexington, the 3-hour Radiothon will interview disaster victims, experts on disaster preparedness, top US riders, and workers from relief organizations. It’s going to be a great show – and be sure to have tissues nearby.
Bookmark this post and come back at 6 Eastern to tune in live – and don’t forget to donate to the American Red Cross or the US Disaster Equine Relief Fund for horse relief.
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