Taking the Lead
Taking the Lead, Inc. would like to invite the communities of Maryland to partner with Taking the Lead, Inc., to help make a difference in the lives of children, adults, and veterans living with disabilities.
Founded in 2017 by Occupational Therapist and PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) Instructor, Chelsea Whitaker, as an alternative to traditional therapy approaches, Taking the Lead, Inc. supported therapy needs of individuals services to clients with Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Down Syndrome, Ehlers Danlos, Multiple Sclerosis, PTSD, and other mental and physical disabilities, by utilizing animals as a treatment strategy to help clients improve focus, balance, muscle strength, communication, and posture, to be more independent in daily life.
Taking the Lead, Inc. works diligently to be a leader in innovative and alternative healing therapies by providing life-changing services for individuals in the greater Freeland area, and supporting a mission of empowering the most vulnerable individuals to move in a world where capabilities surpass the sense of inability through the power of horses and animals.
One-time gifts, annual gifts, pledge gift opportunities, naming opportunities, Individual, Corporate, and Foundation gift options are available to support Taking the Lead, Inc. For more information giving opportunities, please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org.
The Winner’s Circle
Taking the Lead, Inc.’s success in serving its mission because of the program Magic Makers. Taking the Lead, Inc, invites corporations, businesses, groups, and individuals to join The Winner’s Circle by becoming a sponsor and supporting the Magic Makers – our horses. The average yearly cost of caring for a therapy horse is $5,000; therapy horse needs include board, feed, farrier, and veterinary visits. As a member of The Winner’s Circle, your gift will allow Taking the Lead Inc. the opportunity to better serve its mission and vision of providing healing and therapeutic programs and ensure the Magic Makers are well cared for and healthy. Taking the Lead, Inc. offers the following Winner’s Circle Member Levels:
Platinum- $6,000
- Recognition as a Platinum Winner’s Circle Member on the Website and Social Media
- Invitation to A Lunch at Timberbrook Farm
- Invitation to a Platinum Winner’s Circle Event
- A Private Meet and Greet with the Magic Makers
- Platinum Members Guided Tour of Timberbrook Farm and Taking the Lead Facility Event
- Name/Logo on Stall Door Plaque
- Discounts on Ticketed Events
- A Photograph of a Magic Maker
- Tax-Deductible Donation Letter
- Program and Horse Updates
- Receive Taking the Lead Newsletters
- Opportunities to Visit the Magic Makers
- A Winner’s Circle Member Spotlight in the Taking the Lead Newsletter and Social Media
Gold- $4,500
- Recognition as a Gold Winner’s Circle on the Website and Social Media
- Invitation to a Lunch at Timberbrook Farm
- Gold Member Guided Tour of Timberbrook Farm and Taking the Lead Facility Event
- Name/Logo on Stall Door Plaque
- Discounts on Ticketed Events
- Opportunities to Visit the Magic Makers
- A Winner’s Circle Member Spotlight in the Taking the Lead Newsletter and on Social Media
- A Photograph of a Magic Maker
- Tax- Deductible Donation Letter
- Program and Horse Updates
- Taking the Lead Newsletters
Silver-$2,400
- Recognition as a Silver Winner’s Circle Member on the Website and Social Media
- Invitation to a Lunch at Timberbrook Farm
- A Silver Member Guided Tour at Timberbrook Farm and Taking the Lead Facility Event
- Opportunities to Visit the Magic Makers
- Discounts for Ticketed Events
- A Winner’s Circle Member Spotlight in the Taking the Lead Newsletter
- A Photograph of a Magic Maker
- Name/Logo on Stall Door Plaque
- Tax-Deductible Donation Letter
- Program and Horse Updates
- Receive Taking the Lead Newsletters
Bronze-$1,200
- Recognition as a Bronze Winner’s Circle Member on the Website and Social Media
- Invitation to a Lunch at Timberbrook Farm
- A Bronze Member Guided Tour at Timberbrook Farm and Taking the Lead Facility Event
- Discounts for Ticketed Events
- A Photograph of a Magic Maker
- Tax-Deductible Donation Letter
- Program and Horse Updates
- Receive Taking the Lead Newsletters
Pewter-$600
- Recognition as a Pewter Winner’s Circle Member on the Website and Social Media
- A Pewter Member Guided Tour at Timberbrook Farm and Taking the Lead Facility Event
- Discounts for Ticketed Events
- A Photograph of a Magic Maker
- Tax-Deductible Donation Letter
- Program and Horse Updates
- Receive Taking the Lead Newsletters
The Colt & Filly Fund
The Colt & Filly Fund provides funding to the areas of greatest need and impact at Taking the Lead, Inc. Investing in The Colt & Filly Fund supports the mission of providing premier therapeutic and healing programs for the greater Freeland community and is designed to support the growth and sustainability of programs, projects, and operations to better fulfill the organization’s vision. To donate to The Colt & Filly Fund, please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org.
Planned Giving and Restricted Gifts
Leaving a planned gift for Taking the Lead, Inc. is a special way to support the Freeland community, and therapeutic and healing programs in Northern Baltimore County. Taking the Lead, Inc. offers a variety of opportunities to support a planned gift, including gifts for a restricted program, gifts designated for a specific use, or gifts that provide Taking the Lead, Inc. with the opportunity to support areas of greatest need. A planned gift will support the mission and vision of Taking the Lead, Inc., and offer donors the opportunity to invest in therapeutic and healing programs in the greater Freeland area.
Planned Giving allows you the opportunity to maximize your personal philanthropic objectives. To learn more about how you can designate a planned or restricted gift to Taking the Lead, Inc., please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org.
Annual Gifts and The Winner’s Circle
Annual Giving to Taking the Lead, Inc. offers the donor the opportunity to invest in Taking the Lead’s therapeutic and healing programs for the greater Freeland community, while actively participating in Taking the Lead, Inc’s. awareness and community events throughout the fiscal year. Annual Gifts support program operations, care for the Magic Makers-the horses- and areas of greatest need for the fiscal year. Taking the Lead, Inc. invites you to become a Member of The Winner’s Circle. The Winner’s Circle offers a variety of affinity group options that will provide exciting donor activities and support Taking the Lead and its mission and vision. For more information about Taking the Lead’s Winner’s Circle affinity group levels and how you can join in supporting the organization as a Winner’s Circle member, please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org.
Life Insurance
Life Insurance and Retirement Policies are assets that can be signed over to Taking the Lead, Inc. with a simple transaction. Life Insurance and Retirement Policies are a wonderful way to leave a legacy at Taking the Lead, Inc. and are a positive donation consideration if the donor finds that they have multiple policies or does not need to leave a policy to a loved one.
Testimonials
– Caretaker of a Hippotherapy Client with Cerebral Palsy
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Your generous gift will make a direct impact on lives here at the farm— 2-legged and 4-legged alike! Gifts are tax-deductible and every dollar counts.
- $8 pays for our therapy bunny’s food.
- $16 buys a bag of grain for the horses.
- $50 provides for a visit from the farrier to trim the horses’ hooves.
Financial contributions directly support the work of Taking the Lead, Inc. and support horse and dog care including veterinary, dentist and farrier services.
Wish List
Below is a list of items we can accept as donations to support our programs:
- Wish List: Donations of food, materials, and labor for programs, events and, in particular, farming and animal supplies for Taking The Lead, Inc. are especially appreciated. Needed supplies include the following items.
- Horse Program: Halters, lead ropes, treeless saddles, surcingles, trick riding saddles, bitless bridles, safety stirrups, girths (Western, English, and dressage), grooming brushes, fly spray, fly masks, buckets, and arena/training obstacles.
- Dog Program: Slip leads, dog toys, dog treats, cleaning supplies, brooms, mops, large dog crates, dog and cat food, dog and cat heartworm and flea and tick preventatives
- Refreshments: Snacks and water for volunteers and students
- General Farm Maintenance: Fence posts, weed wackers, hedge trimmers, plants, gardening tools, plow, tractor, gravel/millings
Adopt a Horse Program
Adopting one of our ponies is a great way to express your appreciation for one or more special members of our herd. You can find all of their photos and biographies in the Meet the Magic Makers section of this website. Or maybe you already have a favorite in mind.
You can adopt a Magic Maker with a contribution of $500 or more, which can be paid in quarterly increments of $125. Your donation helps pay for the hay, grain, horseshoes, supplements and veterinary care for your horse.
A plaque bearing your name will be placed outside your adopted horse’s stall and you will receive updates regarding your horse throughout the year. Adopt a horse and make a new friend today.
Memorial Donations
Contact us to inquire about unique memorial donation opportunities to have a stall or building named after a loved one.
Memorial & Honor Gifts
Building a legacy in memory of a loved one and donating gifts to honor of or to celebrate someone special are thoughtful and wonderful ways to celebrate a loved one and support Taking the Lead, Inc. Donation designations may be made to Taking the Lead, Inc. to celebrate a birthday, wedding, new baby, graduation, or any special occasion. Memorial gifts to Taking the Lead, Inc. can function as an expression of sympathy, by honoring the memory of a friend or relative. Taking the Lead, Inc. also has opportunities available to establish Family and Memorial Funds to support programs and projects of Taking the Lead, Inc. Please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org for more information.
Personal Property
Personal property items that hold a value, such as art, antiquities, coin collections, jewelry, and furniture can be donated to Taking the Lead, Inc. Personal property donation designations may be transacted through Taking the Lead, Inc., or an estate attorney. For more information, please contact the Taking the Lead staff. If you have a valuable item and wish to leave it to Taking the Lead, Inc., please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org, or contact your estate attorney to make sure the item is properly designated.
Real Estate
Real Estate is a great way to donate to Taking the Lead, Inc. A personal residence, a piece of property, a farm, or a vacation home can be designated to Taking the Lead, Inc. For donors interested in tax benefits, real estate donations can be additionally beneficial, because you receive an immediate charitable deduction and pay no capital gains tax. To schedule a consultation to discuss property and real estate designations, please contact us at (443)-690-1176 or info@takingthelead.org.
Cash
A cash gift to Taking the Lead, Inc. is the most direct and impactful method to leave a legacy for therapeutic and healing programs. A cash gift is the simplest and most direct way to impact immediate program needs of Taking the Lead, Inc. Cash Donations from donors will be recognized and acknowledged.