Sponsorships
& Events
The mission of the Challenged Champions Equestrian Center, Inc. is to enrich and improve the lives of children and adults with mental , physical, and emotional challenges through facilitated equine activities.
Located in Ottawa, Ohio
SPONSOR A RIDER
Challenged Champions is proud to offer our Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies to participants from our community and surrounding communities at an affordable rate. We recognize the many benefits that our program provides and do not turn any rider away for inability to pay for services. Without the support of the United Way of Hancock and Putnam Counties, fundraising and donations we would not be able to do this. Please consider sponsoring a rider with the gift of either one lesson ($30), partial session ($150) or full session ($300). Thank you!
SPONSOR A HORSE
Sponsor one of our amazing horses or ponies at Challenged Champions Equestrian Center! Choose from Secretariat's Club, Triple Crown, Run for the Roses, or Preakness Stakes. One of the best ways to support Challenged Champions Equestrian Center and our mission is to sponsor one of our incredible horses. Equestrian therapy is a wonderfully effective tool, but it comes at a significant cost. Along with providing barn space and staff to look after the animals, each horse requires a lot of feed, regular visits from the veterinarian, and the services of our farrier. Basic care and feeding of a horse costs us over $4,000 per year, per horse. Lesson fees only cover a small fraction of these costs, and a Horse Sponsorship is a great way to make a meaningful contribution.
2026 Ride-A-Thon
Join us for a heartwarming and inspiring day at the barn on Saturday June 6, 2026 from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
Watch our incredible participants shine as they show off the skills they have been working so hard on in their lessons. This is more than a horse show- it’s a celebration of courage, growth, and connection.
Bring your friends, family, and appetite! We will have:
Pavi’s Subs & Beyond
Cowgirl Coffee Truck
Delicious Bake Sale Treats
A Moment in Time Photography will be on site capturing all of the action in the arena.
Our goal is to raise $5,000 to continue providing life-changing experiences for our participants- and we cannot do it without YOU! Click the button below to donate or create your own fundraising team.
Come cheer on our riders, enjoy great food, and support an amazing cause. Every clap, every bite, and every dollar makes a difference.
All are welcome, let’s pack the barn with love and support!
Get Involved
Your support is important to our work at Challenged Champions Equestrian Center. There are many ways you can contribute towards our causes, and every little bit that you commit goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Learn more about how you can get involved and take advantage of the opportunity to do some good.