The EQ-Wine Foundation is proud to be in our 9th year of making donations to worthy equestrian based rescue and welfare groups. We will donate EQ-Wine Covers Co. products to groups that can document their needs, as well as accomplishments in their field of work. The Foundation cannot donate large buildings, or arena covers. We do offer pasture shelters, or other small structures shown on the EQ-Wine Covers website. Please do not ask for several units as some groups have. We must spread this opportunity around to as many worthwhile charities as possible, and giving four or six shelters, or some number like that is not a proper request. Remember, this comes out of our pocket, after expenses, taxes, labor, and other costs necessary in running a business.
The Foundation is well aware that there are many worthy organizations in need of help. We are also painfully aware of fraudulent individuals masquerading as charities, if only for the tax breaks and free donations. After our debacle with a San Miguel, CA based "Rescue"operation, we now research the operation, operators, and goals before granting materials, and assistance. It is a sad day when people hide behind needy animals, to commit their questionable deeds. We will not donate to any group that simply warehouses horses for fundraising purposes.
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The Grant Recipients For 2008:
1. Pregnant Mare Rescue, Aptos, CA
2. Coast Union High School, Cambria, CA FFA Program
3. Wild Wind Ranch, RISE Program, Tehachappi, CA
4. Handi Riders, Chico, CA
5. Morning Star Youth Ranch, Paso Robles, CA
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If you feel your group might qualify, please write us. We are not able to take phone calls regarding donations. Please include details about your facility, goals, and needs. Include your name, and phone number, web site address, and a member of the Foundation will call you promptly.
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As of May 2009, the following groups have received grants from the EQ-Wine Foundation:
1. Nor Cal Equine Rescue, Oroville, Ca
2. Home at Last Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, Oroville, Ca
3. Equine Alliance, Paso Robles, CA
4. Morning Star Youth Ranch, Paso Robles, CA
This completes the donations for 2009
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Our Mailing Address:
The EQ-Wine Foundation
P.O. Box 276
Paso Robles, CA 93447
Please- No phone calls
