Esteemed equestrians and horse lovers celebrated under the stars at the Robb Report’s Third Annual Horsepower Gala in Wellington, Florida on March 31st, benefiting The EQUUS Foundation. Attended by a who’s who of the equestrian world and renowned advocates who love and protect horses, the evening honored five outstanding individuals who elevate equestrian sport and equine welfare in their own unique way.
The venue was the breathtaking Wellington headquarters and stables of Helgstrand Dressage, with its covered, open-air riding arena transformed into a grand, elegant party room for cocktails, dinner, the awards ceremony, and a live auction. Cristina Cheever, Senior Vice President, RR1 & Live Media, Robb Report, welcomed the guests.
Three Mustangs Revealed
An exciting ending to the evening was the live auction and live performance artist Michael Israel, who created a stunning horse-themed work of art, to music, on blank canvas.
When the work emerged, there was an audible gasp in the room as three mustang horses were revealed—a tribute to the artwork associated with Steven Latham’s film, The Mustangs: America’s Wild Horses, made to promote wild horse protection.
Over $110,000 for The EQUUS Foundation
The EQUUS Foundation was the beneficiary of the live auction, which brought in over $110,000 for the horses.
“The EQUUS Foundation has been incredibly touched and inspired by our growing, collaborative partnership with the Robb Report, and their commitment to equine welfare—especially Sophie Stenbeck, who first introduced us to the Robb Report. We also want to thank Gerry Byrne, Vice Chairman, Board Member, Penske Media. Both Sophie and Gerry were responsible for our joining together to ensure that horses have the ability to thrive throughout all stages of their lives and live with purpose, comfort and dignity,” said Valerie Angeli, EQUUS Foundation VP of Engagement.
“We are thrilled to celebrate this partnership tonight—with all of you—who care deeply about the welfare of horses and all they mean to us, and with the five esteemed recipients of tonight’s Horsepower awards,” continued Angeli.
Event photos below courtesy of Boca by Design.
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