Kennett Square, PA: Come join us on July 17, 2011!
This Chasin’ team is never ending and the fundraising is fabulous! We are all so dedicated to raise funds for injured steeplechase jockey, Jake Chalfin.
Chasin’ for Chalfin, a group of close friends and family was established to help with fundraising for Jake, who was severely injured when he fell at the Blue Ridge Fall Races in Berryville, Va., on September 18, 2010. As a result of his extensive injuries, Jake is now paralyzed from the chest down and is facing significant long-term expenses in excess of $1 million that is needed for his care.
To date, there have been four fundraisers, Stealin the start, an historical hunt with Mr. Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds, Proceeds from a race night at the Whip Tavern, an evening of dancing, food, libations and auction at the Green Spring Valley Hunt club in Maryland.
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The event on July 17th will be held at Brandywine Polo Club, located at 232 Polo Rd. Toughkenamon, PA. Gates open at 1 PM, match starts at 3PM. Tickets are $45 per person on the day of the event. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy before the BBQ starts at 5:30. Limited number of field side tailgate spots are available for additional $20.
Throughout the day, expect to see vendors, an antique car show, special “Jockey Chukker”, featuring local steeplechase jockeys, polo with the professional players of Brandywine Polo Club and a carriage parade during the champagne divot stomp. Immediately following the award ceremony, the BBQ, Open Bar and live band will begin. The 50/50 raffle will be announced at 6:30.
Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the event. For more information on tickets, sponsorship or vendor opportunities, please contact Ericka Fuchsloch at fuchslochee@comcast.net or 856-630-9170. You can follow Jake’s progress and previous fundraising events by visiting: www.chasinforchalfin.com or the chasin’ for chalfin Facebook page. If you are unable to attend but would like to donate to Jake’s cause checks are payable to:
“Jake Chalfin Beneficiary Trust”, 111 Spottswood Lane, Kennett Square, PA 19348
