Olympia, The London International Horse Show is renowned for hosting the world’s largest equestrian Christmas party, celebrated by top equestrian athletes and fans alike. Unbeknownst to many, the organisers also work behind the scenes closely with charities to provide a unique gift to disadvantaged children and adults through the Charity Box Scheme.
Over the course of the Show, which takes place from 16-22 December, more than 20 hospitality boxes will be dedicated to a variety of different charities, giving more than 400 individuals a chance to witness the world’s greatest equestrian stars in action and celebrate the festive period in style.
Charities who have previously been involved in this much valued initiative include The Carers Trust, which provides support for young and adult carers, The Golden Lion Children’s Trust, which aims to provide happiness to children with special needs and disadvantaged young people, as well as numerous Riding for the Disabled groups and many more.
The Charity Box Scheme allows up to 18 guests, selected by the chosen charity, to attend the Show. Guests can enjoy the breath-taking action and soak up the amazing Christmas atmosphere, whilst making the most of the fantastic hospitality, which includes a light meal and refreshments. Each guest also takes home an Olympia programme, cap, and rosettes as mementos of their special day out and may even be treated by a visit to the box from the Shetland Pony foal. This fluffy visitor, the official mascot of the Saracen Horse Feeds Shetland Pony Grand National, tries to make an appearance in all the charity boxes, providing guests with a unique hands-on experience, something which has proved particularly popular.
The scheme, which is now in its 25th year is currently looking for new sponsors of the Olympia Charity Boxes, so it can continue to help those in need. Charity Boxes cost £595 + VAT (£714) to sponsor and can be sponsored by an individual, group of individuals, charitable trust, or company. Each sponsor can choose his or her own charity to benefit from the box or select from one of Olympia’s regular charities. Sponsors receives two Gallery badges, so they can come and enjoy Olympia for the day, as well as visit their selected charities in their boxes.
If you would like to get involved with the Olympia Charity Box Scheme, and provide the chance for disadvantaged children and adults to have a truly magical Christmas day out, then please contact Frances Cass on 01753 847900 or hospitality@hpower.co.uk.
To purchase tickets for Olympia, please visit www.olympiahorseshow.com or telephone the box office on 0871 230 5580.
For more information, please contact:
Gayle Jenkins / gjenkins@revolutionworld.com / +44 (0)203 176 0355