Blazing Saddles Therapeutic Riding Program, based at the L.M. Tate Showgrounds in Blowing Rock, was chosen as beneficiary of marketing services by Paragon Design Group, Inc. during their annual CreateAThon, an international design event that helps non-profit organizations.
Nick Greene Web Design and Paragon updated Blazing Saddles’ website, providing information about the therapeutic organization, the services they provide and how community donations benefit the program.
CreateAThon began several years ago when South Carolina marketing from RIGGS donated a full day of creative services to selected non-profits in its home community. Since that time, CreateAThon has expanded to include marketing agencies around the world. Paragon, the only area agency selected to participate in the event, joined the effort in 2002 and has sponsored the event each year since.
“We are thrill to have been chosen as a part of this event, and are delighted with the new look of our website” said LeAnna Graves, Blazing Saddles Board Member.
Blazing Saddles is a volunteer based equine assisted therapeutic riding program, currently serving over 20 children and adults with special needs. A non-profit (501c-3) organization, Blazing Saddles is fully funded by charitable donations and is an agency of the High Country United Way.
For information of Blazing Saddles, Paragon Design Group and Nick Greene Web Design, visit blazingsaddlesnc.com.
Would you like to help with Blazing Saddles?
Blazing Saddles is holding volunteer training sessions on Sunday, March 30th from 2 until 4 p.m. and on Thursday, April 3 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve (L.M. Tate Showgrounds).
All interested individuals or families interested in participating are welcome to attend either session.
Blazing Saddles currently serves over 20 children and adults with special needs. A member of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA), their mission is to provide a physically and emotionally beneficial experience for all riders and volunteers.
“Using horses is a gentle way to provide therapy, helping to build confidence and self-esteem,” says Blazing Saddles Board Member, LeAnna Graves.
Assisted by trained volunteers, riders are safely exposed to all aspects of riding including basic horse care, grooming, tack and actual riding techniques.
More information on the Blazing Saddles program and mission is available from other volunteers, board members, or by visiting www.blazingsaddlesnc.com.