Boyd Martin and On Cue. Photo by Abby Powell.
We’re all for innovation in eventing, and as the Maryland 5 Star inches towards its sophomore running this October 13-16, they’re announcing all sorts of new and exciting ways to get involved with the competition. The latest of those initiatives? The brand new donor program, which has been launched by committee members and longtime eventing supporters Tim and Nina Gardner, gives you the opportunity to contribute at a level that suits your budget, with some super rewards and recognition, too.
The donor program is made up of five tiers with corresponding benefits:
Platinum benefits (for donations of $25,000 and upwards):
- Four (4) Tier 1 VIP Passes
- Two (2) invites to Welcome Reception
- Four (4) invitations to a private post-dressage reception featuring special guests of the sport and recognition
- Donor recognition*
Gold benefits (for donations of $15,000 and upwards):
- Four (4) Tier 1 VIP Passes
- Two (2) invites to Welcome Reception
- Two (2) invitations to a private post-dressage reception featuring special guests of the sport and recognition
- Donor recognition*
Silver benefits (for donations of $10,000 and upwards):
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Two (2) Tier 1 VIP Passes
- Two (2) invites to Welcome Reception
- Donor recognition*
Bronze benefits (for donations of $5,000 and upwards):
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Two (2) Tier 1 VIP Passes
- Donor recognition*
Friends of the Maryland 5 Star (for donations sub-$5,000):
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Donor recognition*
Donor recognition will include, but isn’t limited to, a listing on the event’s website, video boards, digital program, signage boards in hospitality and media areas, and in periodic PA announcements, too, making this a super way to gain exposure for your business while also contributing to the success of eventing in the US. The Maryland 5 Star is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. For further information, or to register to donate, click here — and watch on to find out more from Tim and Nina themselves. Go Eventing — and Go Maryland!
