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Dear Visitor:
As you most probably know by now, we are a small miniature horse ranch located in Penngrove, California (just north of Petaluma) who has been doing community outreach to nonprofit groups, special needs organizations, and assisted living/senior centers for the past several years. It is so rewarding to be able to educate people and make them happy at the same time!
We find ourselves writing this letter because we are in desperate need of funds to continue to purchase orchard grass, grain, and bedding for our miniature horses and foals. This year alone, orchard grass hay has gone from $8.95 a bale to $21.50 a bale. Perhaps that may not sound like a lot to you, but our 30 miniature horses consume 2 bales a day, every day! I don't mind eating rice and beans, but unfortunately, they can't. If you view this website you will notice that we have a small online business, but this economy has made our sales too slim to maintain our herd of therapy horses. Consequently we are deep in debt, and our ranch is very close to default. We are so very afraid we will lose everything we have. We are trying to be optimistic and do not want to give up hope because we have come so far and brought so much happiness to so many people via Lovepatch, but now we need help ourselves!
If we are still operational this Spring, we are planning to expand our outreach so we can host many more visitors. We have found that "at risk" youth, autistic children, special needs children, and even seniors with dementia respond remarkably well to our little horses. Although my husband and I do not have special training or certifications, we know that the love and kindness we and our little ones share with our visitors provides a positive experience for all involved. I like to think that our efforts give back to our community in a very unique "grass roots" way.
We know that many people may find this appeal quite unusual, but our dreams die hard so we are throwing out all the stops and contacting compassionate and caring individuals who might be in a position to donate. Would you be able to help us or do you know anyone who might consider helping Lovepatch Farms make it through this winter and continue its much needed outreach? Absolutely any size gift or donation would be gratefully accepted - even a dollar would help.
Please help us to continue our work to make this world a kinder and happier place. We will look forward to the possibility of your help. Please feel free to E-mail us or call us at the number given below. We will be happy to answer your questions or listen to suggestions.
Should you care to bless us with a direct donation, please make your check payable to: Lovepatch Farms, 292 Palm Avenue, Penngrove CA 94951
Kindest Regards,
Lee Romero & Cory Vandergeld
707-664-9163
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