The Maryland Horse Foundation issued the following press release January 2:

The Maryland Horse Foundation will kick off the new year with a clothing drive to collect warm winter clothing and riding attire that will be distributed to young equestrians in need this winter season. The clothing drive will run from January 2 until the end of March 2024. 

Recommended items are new or gently used hats, gloves, scarves, pants, sweatshirts, long-sleeve shirts, tights, socks, breeches, jodhpurs, and boots. All sizes are accepted and appreciated. Items will be donated to Baltimore-county based programs that offer riding instruction to low-income students. 

“Buying warm riding attire can be very costly, especially among young riders going through a growth spurt, reflected Jeanne Schnell, Director of Development for the Maryland Horse Foundation. This initiative is a great way for people to donate items that can be used to keep riders safe and warm this winter.” 

Beginning January 2, unwrapped items may be dropped off inside the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center located at 321 Main Street in Reisterstown, Maryland. The Library & Education Center is open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.  

Revamp your closet, reorganize your tack room, and repurpose your riding clothes for a good cause! 

Inquiries about donations or clothing distribution can be directed to Jeanne Schnell via email [email protected] or (410) 252 – 2100 extension 113. 

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