POSTPONED

Due to Hurricane Helene and the impact on western North Carolina, Brooke USA Foundation has decided to postpone Brooke USA’s Divertimentos & Dressage. The event will be rescheduled to a date soon to be revealed.

Experience the magic of Divertimentos & Dressage, a captivating dressage musical freestyle set to the sounds of a live symphonic orchestra. Join us on Thursday, October 24 from 6-9 p.m. at Tryon International Equestrian Center, where spectators will be overwhelmed by a mesmerizing collaboration between horses, riders, orchestra, and guests, all while sharing the arena.  

Grand Prix riders and their majestic horses will once again enthrall the audience with breathtaking freestyle performances to live orchestral music, this year by the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra.

Event Chair, Sharon Decker is planning an unforgettable evening filled with culinary delights and beverages, silent auction, travel auction and much more.

Help Brooke USA Foundation to significantly improve the health, welfare and productivity of working horses, donkeys and mules and the people who depend on them to survive in the most vulnerable communities worldwide and right here in the United States. 

POSTPONED

Due to Hurricane Helene and the impact on the Carolinas, Brooke USA Foundation has decided to postpone Brooke USA’s Ponies & Pearls. The event will be rescheduled to a date soon to be revealed.

Join us for the fourth annual Ponies & Pearls, hosted by the Brooke USA Aiken Regional Advisory Council, led by Brooke USA board member and event chair, Katie Roth.  We welcome you to this VIP event, taking place on Sunday, October 20 at New Bridge Polo and Country Club during the Women’s East Coast Challenge 14-18 Goal from 3:30 - 8:30 PM.   This gathering has become a beloved fixture in Aiken, blending the sophistication of a polo match with the celebration of women and their extraordinary accomplishments.  

Event proceeds will be dedicated to supporting the efforts of Brooke USA, a non-profit organization that funds impactful global programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of working horses, donkeys, and mules, along with the communities they serve in some of the world's most vulnerable regions and right here in the United States.

The afternoon promises an exhilarating polo match viewed from our exclusive VIP area, accompanied by delectable culinary delights featuring local favorites and signature cocktails.  Guests will also enjoy the excitement of a silent auction, and for added enjoyment, craft a stunning floral arrangement at the bouquet bar or peruse the annual fashion show featuring local boutiques.  This year you can enhance your style with a new look from the hat bar and savor your favorite mimosa from the Sister's Bubbly Buggy Mimosa Bar.  Join us for an unforgettable experience in support of a worthy cause!    

Join Brooke USA's Lexington Regional Advisory Council and Lexington Polo Club for the upcoming Picnic & Polo event on Sunday, September 1 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the John Henry Polo Field at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. 

Be part of an unforgettable day filled with elegance and excitement as you enjoy a premier tailgating experience during the Brooke USA Goal-6 Consolation & Final, with a catered picnic, silent auction, Sponsor Lounge & Bar, and much more.  Delight in the thrill of polo while savoring the charm of a countryside picnic, all while supporting the noble cause of the Brooke USA Foundation. 

Event proceeds will support Brooke USA's efforts to alleviate the suffering of working horses, donkeys, and mules and those who depend on them to survive in the most vulnerable communities worldwide and here in the United States. 

Mark your calendars for this not-to-be-missed event that promises a perfect blend of sport, style, and giving back. 

Join Brooke USA’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Regional Advisory Council for the inaugural edition of Barbecue, Burros and Brews. The exclusive event, with limited seating, will include a professional reining demonstration, prime Texas barbecue, local brews, live music, and more.

Hosted by Brooke USA’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Regional Advisory Council Chair and Brooke USA Board Member, Dwayne Hildreth, the event welcomes equestrians and enthusiasts to experience the signature moves of a reining horse with a precise pattern of circles, spins, and stops. 

During the intimate, complimentary gathering, guests will have an opportunity to bid on equestrian and local items to benefit Brooke USA, a non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating the suffering of working horses, donkeys and mules and the people who depend on them across the world and right here in the United States.

As a special treat, Katie Jackson, Brooke USA Para-Dressage Ambassador and Texas resident will join guests to share her unique passion for the mission of Brooke USA.

Date/Time:
Saturday, June 15, 2024 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Location:
Cardinal Ranch
4100 Reining Road
Aubrey, TX 76227

Tickets:
Complimentary entrance and parking
Reserve tickets at kim.shipp@brookeusa.org

Divertimentos & Dressage, presented by Lugano Diamonds, offers a dressage musical freestyle to a live symphonic orchestra. On Thursday, March 21 from 6-9 p.m. at Vinceremos Therapeutic Horsemanship Center, spectators will be overwhelmed by the beauty of this event when horses, orchestra and guests literally share the arena.

Stay tuned for rider updates and the event program. 

Chairs Selma Garber, Jennifer Burger and Candace Platz are in full planning mode with the Brooke USA's Wellington Regional Advisory Council for Divertimentos & Dressage. The inaugural event in Wellington in March 2023 was touted as the event of the season, and the 2024 edition is sure to impress with an expanded program.

Join Brooke USA’s Young Professionals Committee for an exciting Sunset Pool Party. After a successful inaugural event in 2023, The Watering Hole Pool Party is now The Sunset Watering Hole. Come out on February 19 (President’s Day) to party for a purpose, helping thousands of people and equines this Winter Equestrian Season.

DJ Adam Lipson· Signature Drinks · Auctions · Games

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Interested in donating an auction item? Please contact Kendall.Bierer@BrookeUSA.org to receive your auction donation form and donation instructions.

No refunds are available for this event. You can transfer your ticket to someone else. You will also have the option to convert your ticket to a donation. If there is lightning or thunder on the day of the event, we have the right to move the event. All attendees will be notified of the change via email or text message, if the proper information was submitted.

Purchase Your Tickets for Ponies & Pearls Today

Celebrate The Accomplishments of Women & The Legacy of Dorothy Brooke

Ponies & Pearls is making its return in Wellington, Florida, on February 18 in The Pavilion at the National Polo Center. This VIP event is held during the U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship Final, and Ponies & Pearls celebrates women and their accomplishments. Grab your hat, wear your pearls, and a put on a pop of orange. Gentlemen are welcome, too!

Ponies & Pearls serves as a celebration of Women’s Polo and is benefiting female empowerment programs funded by Brooke USA worldwide.

Reminiscent of polo elegance, Brooke USA is asking guests to wear polo chic and ladies are encouraged to wear a hat and boast their pearls. A hat competition with winners announced at the end of the afternoon and an exclusive silent auction will serve as fun activities for everyone to look forward to.

The Program:

Doors Open - 1.00 pm

Welcome - 1.30 pm

Mission Moment - 1.35 pm

Seating - 1.55 pm

Brunch - 2.00 pm

Polo Match - 3.00 pm

Winning Hat Announcement 4.30 pm

Auction Pick-up (at event end)

Interested in becoming a sponsor? See our Sponsorship Deck here..

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED, MORE INFORMATION AVAILABLE SOON!

Join Brooke USA’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Regional Advisory Council for the inaugural edition of Barbecue, Burros and Brews. The exclusive event, with limited seating, will include a professional reining demonstration, prime Texas barbecue, local brews, live music, and more.

Hosted by Brooke USA’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Regional Advisory Council Chair and Brooke USA Board Member, Dwayne Hildreth, the event welcomes equestrians and enthusiasts to experience the signature moves of a reining horse with a precise pattern of circles, spins, and stops. 

During the intimate, complimentary gathering, guests will have an opportunity to bid on equestrian and local items to benefit Brooke USA, a non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating the suffering of working horses, donkeys and mules and the people who depend on them across the world and right here in the United States.

As a special treat, Katie Jackson, Brooke USA Para-Dressage Ambassador and Texas resident will join guests to share her unique passion for the mission of Brooke USA.

Date/Time:
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Location:
Cardinal Ranch
4100 Reining Road
Aubrey, TX 76227

Tickets:
Complimentary entrance and parking
Reserve tickets at info@BrookeUSA.org

Join the Brooke USA Aiken Regional Advisory Council for the third annual "Ponies & Pearls," on Sunday, October 22 at New Bridge Polo and Country Club from 3:30 - 8:30 PM. This VIP event takes place during the finals of the New Bridge Women's Challenge 14-goal polo tournament and celebrates women and their remarkable achievements.  

Event proceeds will be dedicated to supporting the efforts of Brooke USA, a non-profit organization that funds impactful global programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of working horses, donkeys, and mules, along with the communities they serve in some of the world's most vulnerable regions. With an astounding number of 100 million working equines aiding approximately 600 million individuals worldwide, the importance of this cause cannot be overstated.

Guests will enjoy a premier viewing area of the polo match, hors d’oeuvres, signature cocktails, exclusive silent auction, bouquet bar, hat bar, and fashion show.  The highly anticipated event brings together individuals who share a passion for making a positive impact by raising funds for Brooke USA Foundation.  

Join the Brooke USA Bluegrass Regional Advisory Council for an evening of bourbon, brews, and bites, including a BBQ with local flavors. The event will include a silent auction, mystery grab bags, and a special presentation by Past Brooke USA Board Chair John Nicholson. The exclusive event will take place on September 7 at The Secretariat Center in the Kentucky Horse Park.

Divertimentos & Dressage offers a dressage musical freestyle to a live symphonic orchestra. On Thursday, March 23 at Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, spectators will be overwhelmed by the beauty of this event when horses, orchestra and guests literally share the arena.

To date, Brooke USA Ambassador JJ Tate, Jim Koford, Allison Kavey, Rebecca Hart, Sahar Daneil Hirosh and Todd Flettrich will be riding.

Chairs Selma Garber and Margaret Hamilton Duprey are in full planning mode for Divertimentos & Dressage which Brooke USA has successfully held in The Foothills of North and South Carolina for three years, thanks to its creator, founding chair and Brooke USA Board member Sally Frick. To learn more about Divertimentos & Dressage, contact a Brooke USA representative directly at Kendall.Bierer@BrookeUSA.org.

More details coming soon! Follow out social media accounts to stay updated and subscribe to our event newsletters.

Sponsorship information is available here.

Purchase Your Tickets For Ponies & Pearls Today

Celebrate The Accomplishments of Women & The Legacy of Dorothy Brooke

Ponies & Pearls, presented by Celebrity Cruises and Hotels at Sea, is making its inaugural appearance in Wellington, Florida, on March 19 in The Pavilion at the National Polo Center. This VIP event is held during the U.S. Open Women's Polo Championship Final, and Ponies & Pearls celebrates women and their accomplishments. Grab your hat, wear your pearls, and a put on a pop of orange. Gentlemen are welcome, too!

Ponies & Pearls, already a success in Aiken, SC, serves as a celebration of Women’s Polo and is benefiting female empowerment programs across Kenya. Just before the polo match, guests will enjoy meeting Fredred Valdivia, Director of Brooke Latin American & Caribbean who is making the trek from Nicaragua to share some heartwarming stories from rural communities across the region.

Reminiscent of polo elegance, Brooke USA is asking guests to wear polo chic and ladies are encouraged to wear a hat and boast their pearls. A hat competition with winners announced at the end of the afternoon and an exclusive silent auction will serve as fun activities for everyone to look forward to. The event chairs – Lisa Bair, Gill Johnston and Lisa Spoden – have been diligently working with the Katie Roth, founding chair of Ponies & Pearls and the original event mastermind for Brooke USA.

The Program:

Doors Open - 1.00 pm

Welcome - 1.30 pm

Mission Moment - 1.35 pm

Seating - 1.55 pm

Brunch - 2.00 pm

Polo Match - 3.00 pm

Winning Hat Announcement 4.30 pm

Auction Pick-up (at event end)

Sponsorship information is available here.

Join us for the newest and most fun event in Wellington while you party for a cause and help thousands of people and equines this Winter Equestrian Season.

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This event is hosted by Brooke USA's Young Professional Committee. We look forward to seeing you at The Watering Hole Pool Party!

DJ Lexey · Sip & Shop · Signature Drinks · Auction of Chance · Games

Let's provide water for more than 2,000 working horses, donkeys and mules, 10,000 livestock, and 5,412 women and children in Ethiopia. Unfortunately, the government cannot afford to provide clean drinking water and traveling long distances to collect safe water is hard on people and their working animals, that's where Brooke USA comes in. Families and their donkeys face difficulties including long grueling trips to find clean water; waterborne diseases from unclean water; and overworked, overloaded equines who may face heat stress and dehydration. We can prevent their suffering.

This project will provide safe water points across villages by constructing new troughs with clean water access, reduce the time spent by animals and humans at water points, and increase access to water troughs for working equines.

“My Daily Trip To Fetch Water Has Reduced From Five Hours A Day To One. I Now Have Time For A Coffee In The Morning, My Donkey Is Healthier, My Children Go To School, And I Have Time To Play With Them, Too.” - Beshadu, 25, Ethiopia

No refunds are available for this event. You can transfer your ticket to someone else. You will also have the option to convert your ticket to a donation. If there is lightning or thunder on the day of the event, we have the right to move the event to Monday, February 13. All attendees will be notified of the change via email or text message, if the proper information was submitted

Linda Parelli teaches and presents on "The Keys to Emotional Fitness", benefiting Brooke USA Foundation. Come out to Copperline Farms for an afternoon of learning, networking and raising funds for Brooke USA Foundation.

To attend the clinic, a small donation of $50 is required for auditors.

Food and drink will be provided.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, High Brix Acres.

Additional thanks to Linda Parelli, Copperline Farms, Tik Maynard, Sinead Halpin, Neue Schule and Boehringer Ingelheim.

Join Weatherly Stroh & Brooke USA Foundation for a night out at The Studio.

Unveiling of the latest donkey sculpture by Susie Stroh

Come and enjoy light libations, savory bites and view the finest works of Weatherly & Susie Stroh.

Launching Brooke USA's Holiday Cards

Pre-Order Your Cards Today & Pick-Up at the Event

RSVP by December 1 to Kendall Bierer, Donor Relations Officer
Kendall.Bierer@BrookeUSA.org | 561.309.9873

Order your Holiday Cards today

An Evening Of Divertimentos & Dressage Returns
Thursday, October 20, 2022
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join the Brooke USA Foothills Regional Advisory Council for a benefit concert unlike any other!

Divertimentos & Dressage, now in its 3rd year, is an exciting event that brings together people who genuinely want to make a difference by raising funds for Brooke USA Foundation and the Spartanburg Philharmonic.

On Thursday, October 20, the Indoor Arena at Tryon International Equestrian Center will host an evening of music and freestyle dressage. The Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany Grand Prix horses and their highly accomplished riders, making Divertimentos & Dressage the event you have been waiting to experience.

Join us for an Evening of Divertimentos & Dressage!

Featuring Jim Koford, Jessica Davis, Ashley Perkins, Trayce Doubek, Barbara Bonk Matson, Ashley Parsons, Alexandra Reid-Naranjo, Brittany Lincoln-Anders & a big surprise from Doug Payne!

Tryon International Equestrian Center
25 International Blvd
Mill Spring, NC 28756

The Program:

• A pre-performance reception with cocktails and hors’ d oeuvres from 6:00 PM -7:00 PM

• A one-hour concert of music performed by members of the Spartanburg Philharmonic featuring Grand Prix horses and their riders.

Tickets Available Now!

The second annual Ponies & Pearls is a VIP event at New Bridge Polo & Country Club in Aiken, SC during the New Bridge Women’s Challenge 14 Goal Final. Ponies & Pearls celebrates women and their accomplishments. Wear your pearls, and a pop of orange. Guys are welcome too!

Guests will have the best view of the polo action from the newly updated Argentine-style clubhouse, while they enjoy a choice of signature cocktails, and gourmet catering. A silent auction and fashion show will also be featured.

Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The game will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Proceeds benefit Brooke USA Foundation.

See photos from the 2021 edition of Ponies & Pearls.

Lugano Diamonds Split Rock Gala returns on Friday, September 9, in Paso Robles, California, at Daou Vineyards. The exquisite sunset reception will begin at 6:30 p.m. offering delicious food, spectacular wine and a silent auction benefiting Brooke USA and sponsored by Riding Warehouse. Tickets for this one-of-a-kind event are $200 per person and a portion of the proceeds will benefit our mission to empower equines and people in the poorest parts of the world.

To purchase your ticket, click the button below. If you are interested in donating an item to the auction, please contact Kendall Bierer.

Did you miss Brooke USA Foundation’s in-depth webinar about The Ejiao Act on May 26, 2022 at 12 p.m. (EST)? Don’t fret! You can watch the recorded webinar here to learn from Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) and Virginia State Delegate Alfonso Lopez about the strides being taken and the future plans as our advocacy efforts continue and we curtail the Donkey Hide Crisis.

Thank you for joining us! We look forward to 2023!

Join Brooke USA Foundation for its signature event, returning to the social calendar on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Brooke USA's White Party Goes Green with St. Patrick's Day Casino Night will take place at the Wellington National Golf Club for the first time, transforming the stunning club into a gorgeous night of green, white and orange. Lugano Diamonds will return to sponsor the touch of orange dinner, featuring an upscale dining experience. The patio and pool will transform into the idyllic ambiance for the fête of the season, all while guests enjoy an under-the-stars charity casino, the musical talent of DJ Adam Lipson, live entertainment and dinner, complete with an Irish pub. The scene will be nothing short of spectacular for the VIPs with beautiful white Poolside Lounges lining the oversized pool at the epicenter of the party, bottle service and light bites to complement the evening.

The one-of-a-kind event features a bona fide who’s who of the South Florida, Palm Beach and Wellington social scenes, and this special edition event will offer a limited number of tickets. Now in its seventh year, Brooke USA’s White Party Goes Green will return on Thursday, March 17, with a fully slated schedule and enhanced activities featuring:

• Lugano Diamonds Touch of Orange Dinner

• VIP Poolside Lounges

• High-Rollers Poker Tournament (limited to 50 players)

• High stakes for Charity Casino Gaming

• Silent Auction

• Performances by Traditional Irish Dancers    

• Live Entertainment & Dancing 

• Miniature Horses & Donkeys 

• March Madness Game Viewings

• And much more …

The Casino gaming tables are provided for entertainment purposes only by Casino Party Nights Florida Inc., tel. 561.328-6910. All Donations and proceeds go to Brooke USA Foundation. *Must Be 18 Years or Older To Play*.  www.CasinoPartyNightsFlorida.Com

Lugano Diamonds Touch of Orange Dinner – A dining experience with open air viewing of the patio, pool and party featuring an upscale dinner, open bar and gaming gold card for each ticket holder. Valet parking included.

• VIP Table For Eight - $5,000 - A table for eight at the Lugano Diamonds Touch of Orange Dinner. Enjoy a delicious VIP Dinner with the perfect view of the party. Each attendee will receive one Green gaming chip, valued at 2,500 in play chips. Valet parking included.

• VIP Individual Ticket - $625 per person - Enjoy a delicious VIP Dinner with the perfect view of the party. Each attendee will receive one Green gaming chip, valued at 2,500 in play chips. Valet parking included.

• The Bundle – The perfect Duo, a VIP Table for eight and a Poolside Lounge for Eight. Enjoy a delicious VIP Dinner with the perfect view of the party AND enjoy the party from the premiere spot of being poolside. Each attendee will receive one Green gaming chip, valued at 2,500 in play chips. Valet parking included.

  • Bundle - One Poolside Lounge and One Table - $8,500

  • Bundle - Two Poolside Lounges - $8,500

  • Bundle - Two VIP Dinner Tables - $8,500

• Poolside Lounges – A private party for 8 guests with seating amidst the poolside party and entertainment, featuring a delicious dinner, bottle service, and light bites. Each attendee will receive one Green gaming chip, valued at 2,500 in play chips. Valet parking included.

  • Poolside Lounge for Eight - $5,000

• General Admission - Individual tickets offering access to the poolside party, meet and greets with equine ambassadors, access to the gaming tables, dinner and a cash bar.

  • Early Bird (January 14 - February 15) - $100/ticket

  • After February 15 - $125/ticket

  • At the Door - $150/ticket (pursuant on tickets being available)

An Evening Of Divertimentos & Dressage Returns October 21, 2021

After resounding support from our first annual Evening of Divertimentos & Dressage in October 2019, the Brooke USA Foothills Regional Advisory Council is thrilled to announce that this signature fundraiser for Brooke USA Foundation is returning to the Motlow Creek Equestrian Center in Campobello, SC, in the fall.

Regional Advisory Council Chair, Sally Frick, created the event from the seed of her combined passions: classical music and horses. It took on a life of its own, growing into a meaningful and memorable performance. Join Brooke USA Foundation and the Spartanburg Philharmonic for an engaging evening of Divertimentos & Dressage. This fundraiser will support global animal welfare and vulnerable communities who depend on their working equines for survival, as well as the continuing and expanding programs of the Spartanburg Philharmonic.

Join us for an Evening of Divertimentos & Dressage!

Motlow Creek Equestrian Center in Campobello, SC | 6:00 - 8:00 pm

The Program:

• A pre-performance reception with cocktails and hors’ d oeuvres from 6:00 PM -7:00 PM

• A one-hour concert of music performed by members of the Spartanburg Philharmonic featuring:

  • DRESSAGE MUSICAL FREESTYLE WITH FEI GRAND PRIX AND BROOKE USA FOUNDATION AMBASSADOR JESSICA JO (JJ) TATE AND, JESSICA DAVIS, ASHLEY PERKINS, TRAYCE DOUBEK, TAZMA TOI TRENT AND JULIO MENDOZA

The first annual Ponies & Pearls is  a VIP event at New Bridge Polo & Country Club in Aiken, SC during the finals of the New Bridge Ladies Invitational 14 Goal Tournament. Ponies & Pearls celebrates women and their accomplishments. Wear your pearls, and a pop of orange. Guys are welcome too!

Guests will have the best view of the polo action from the Argentine-style clubhouse, while they enjoy a choice of three signature drinks from 21 Seeds tequila, and gourmet catering. A silent auction and fashion show will also be featured. As a special treat for the women, Beauty For Real will be on-site offering makeovers on a first come first serve basis.

Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The game will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Proceeds benefit Brooke USA Foundation.

Thank you for joining Split Rock Jumping Tour for the Sonoma Gala benefiting Brooke USA Foundation. The evening is filled with wonderful ways to support Brooke USA and our mission to significantly improve the health, welfare and productivity of working horses, donkeys and mules and the people who depend on them for survival worldwide. We are committed to sustainable economic development by reducing poverty, increasing food security, ensuring access to water, providing a means to education, and raising basic standards of living through improved equine health and welfare.

You can support our mission through purchasing a pashmina to show your pop of orange during the event, bid on silent auction items and help us fund the final $20,000 for our Vet Clinic in Ethiopia.

If you are interested in bidding on a team for the Split Rock Calcutta, please visit the Berm VIP for a list of teams and riders for the Calcutta. All pledges can be made through Split Rock, and the winner will be announced at the conclusion of the Grand Prix on Sunday, September 12. The winner will be part of the award presentation and a photo with a Brooke USA representative.