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Equestrian Assistance, Hunter/Equitation, Jump Media, Washington Int'l Horse Show

2019 Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund WIHS Equitation Scholarship Recipients Named

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Avery Glynn. Photo by McCool Photography.

Washington, D.C. – The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund will honor Avery Glynn, 17, of Chilmark, CA; Emma Fletcher, 17, of Buzzards Bay, MA; and Taylor Griffiths, 17, of Wellington, FL with the prestigious 2019 Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund Washington International Horse Show Equitation Scholarship. The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) runs October 22-27, 2019, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund (LMCF) is returning for its third year as the title sponsor of the WIHS Equitation Finals. In 2017 LMCF developed the WIHS Equitation Scholarship to recognize the talent, dedication, and hard work of junior riders who compete throughout the year in the hopes of qualifying to participate in the WIHS Equitation Finals.

“It is a pleasure to recognize the incredible riders who have both applied for and received the WIHS Equitation Scholarship. Last year, we expanded the number of scholarship recipients and this year we will continue that growth by honoring three recipients,” said Lindsay Maxwell, founder of the Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund. “The selection committee was impressed by the caliber of applicants this year, and we are thrilled to honor these three young women at the WIHS Equitation Finals.”

Maxwell continued, “The future of our sport depends on young riders like Avery, Emma, and Taylor, who have continually displayed their dedication to our sport, animal welfare, and their local communities.”

“In the third year of the LMCF WIHS Equitation Finals Scholarship program, the WIHS team is beyond impressed by the quality of the applications and the remarkable talent and commitment of these three young competitors,” said WIHS President Victoria Lowell. “We are ever grateful for the increasing generosity and expanded commitment of the Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund to this special, one-of-a-kind program.”

In addition to the honors attendant to this accolade, the scholarship will cover expenses such as travel and lodging for the rider and parent, the show’s entry and application fees, equine transportation and stall fees, and special VIP hospitality access. Now in its 28th year, the LMCF WIHS Equitation Finals is a rigorous three-phase competition held over two days. A panel of three judges test and evaluate the riders in hunter, jumper, and work-off rounds to determine the best of the best.

Former Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund WIHS Equitation Finals champions include former world No. 1 ranked rider Kent Farrington and two-time Olympic gold medalist McLain Ward.

Invitations to compete in the annual Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund WIHS Equitation Finals are sent to the top 40 junior riders based on points earned during the year-long qualifying period.

For more information on WIHS, please visit www.wihs.org.

For more information on event schedule and special ticket offers and discounts, visit WIHS.org/tickets.

Contact: Jennifer Wood
jwood@jumpmediallc.com

Community/Charity, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

113th Annual Keswick Horse Show Is a Success

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Photos: Kathy Russell Photography.

Charity Horse Show to Benefit UVA Children’s Hospital Presented by Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund

Keswick, Va. May 24, 2017 – The Keswick and equestrian communities gathered together for the 113th Annual Keswick Horse Show presented by The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund from Tuesday, May 16th through Sunday, May 21st, 2017. The event took place at the historic Keswick showgrounds.

The week was filled with activities that portrayed the essence and pride of Keswick, such as The Eastminster Dog Show which was enjoyable for all as children had fun with their dogs by participating in musical chairs, agility courses and a “Best in Show” class while parents and spectators enjoyed live music and great food. Over the weekend, the community filled the grandstand and surrounded the ring in full force to kick back, relax and tailgate. The week also featured Karats & Cocktails, an event showcasing beautiful Elizabeth Locke Jewels. This event took place on Thursday, May 18 and a portion of the proceeds benefitted the UVA Children’s Hospital.

UVA Graduate Michael Mahoney took the $20,000 UVA Children’s Hospital Jumper Classic on his own “Ramona Heron.” Peg Seals took the $10,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby on the horse, “Select.”

Ms. Maxwell placed first in the Best Amateur-Owner Hunter Rider, Grand Amateur Owner Hunter (3’6”) Champion on her horse “Largesse”, The Donald Memorial Challenge Trophy on “Largesse”, $1500 Keswick H.S. Amateur Owner Classic 3’6” on “Largesse”, Grand Amateur Owner Hunter (3’3”) Champion and $1500 Keswick H.S. Amateur Owner Classic 3’3” on her horse “Kingston”.

“Keswick exceeded my expectations and it has been an honor working with The Keswick Horse Show,” said Founder of The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund, Lindsay Maxwell. “It has been my mission to support local charities and communities that align with the fund. Being a competitive rider myself, I see the importance of giving back. We raised a lot of money and awareness for the UVA Children’s Hospital. I am proud to be a part of this wonderful charity horse show and am looking forward to next year’s event.”

About The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund: The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund is a private, charitable fund. It accepts grant proposals for the benefit of charitable, educational, or scientific purposes, exclusively from tax-exempt, charitable organizations. The issues where the Fund focuses its resources reflect Lindsay’s personal priorities and values: improving the lives of children with special needs; enabling access opportunities to education; and providing care, compassion, and protection to animals.

Contact: Jessica Greene, Sirota Public Relations
212.486.3319, jessica@sirotapr.com

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The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund Presents the 113th Annual Keswick Horse Show

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Lindsay Maxwell and her horse, Widget. Kathy Russell Photography.

Charity Horse Show to Benefit UVA Children’s Hospital

Keswick, Va. May 2, 2017 — The 113th Annual Keswick Horse Show presented by The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund, will be held at the historic Keswick showgrounds from Tuesday, May 16th through Sunday, May 21st, 2017.

This year The Keswick Horse Show is brought to us by the Keswick Hunter Jumper Foundation to benefit UVA Children’s Hospital. The Keswick Horse Show was selected as the 2015 VHSA Horse Show of the Year in addition to being designated a USEF Heritage Competition, maintaining its distinction as an AA-rated World Champion Hunter Rider event.

“UVA Children’s Hospital is proud and grateful to be the beneficiary of the Keswick Horse Show for the third year running,” said UVA Children’s Hospital Associate Director of Development, Kate Rullman. “Proceeds from the show will help us continue to provide compassionate care to every child who comes through our doors. UVA Children’s Hospital is committed to excellence and we are proud to be recognized as national leaders in pediatric healthcare and research.”

The Keswick Horse Show began in 1904 and has been running every year at the historic showgrounds of The Keswick Hunt Club. It is the second oldest horse show in the country. Since its inception, The Keswick Horse Show has helped different charities including Habitat for Humanity, Charlottesville Senior Center, The Boys and Girls Club, SPCA and UVA Children’s Hospital. Over the past 20 years, the horse show has raised close to $500,000 for its different charities and has attracted some of the most famous horses, trophies, exhibitors and trainers to walk the showgrounds.

“We are thrilled to host our 113th Keswick Horse Show. This competition has become such an integral component of our community. It’s a must attend event for both community members and top-level equestrians,” said Co-chairman of The Keswick Horse Show, Doug Wheeler. “Thanks to organizations like The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund charity horse shows can continue to grow, thrive, and help the charities that they serve. It’s people like Lindsay whose mission is to dedicate themselves to the sport by providing opportunities and memories to children that make this world better.”

The week features an action-packed and lively schedule of events. Highlights include the Eastminster Dog Show & Exhibitor party, which is held under the tent on Wednesday night. On Thursday night, “Karats and Cocktails” will take place to benefit the UVA Children’s Hospital. The weekend kicks off on Friday with the USHJA National Hunter Derby followed by dinner and dancing as well as the Jumper Classic on Saturday with a beautiful evening afterwards. This event has become a tradition in Keswick. To conclude the week’s events, on Sunday, a relaxing Down Home Fish Fry on the porch will be a perfect way to wrap up this unforgettable week.

“It is an honor to be working with The Keswick Horse Show. Being both a competitive equestrian and someone who understands the need to give back, I felt it was important to get involved with charity horse shows. They combine my two passions,” said Founder of The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund, Lindsay Maxwell. “The horse show will help to improve the lives of so many children in the area.  The proceeds go to the UVA Children’s Hospital and that is why we chose to become involved with such a wonderful charity horse show.”

About The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund: The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund is a private, charitable fund. It accepts grant proposals for the benefit of charitable, educational, or scientific purposes, exclusively from tax-exempt, charitable organizations. The issues where the Fund focuses its resources reflect Lindsay’s personal priorities and values: improving the lives of children with special needs; enabling access opportunities to education; and providing care, compassion, and protection to animals.

Contact: Jessica Greene, Sirota Public Relations
212.486.3319, jessica@sirotapr.com