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Former mayor’s donation from 'Beards for Bucks' campaign gives $1,000 to Freedom Hooves Therapeutic Riding Center
Summary
A donation of $1,000 raised from a 'Beards for Bucks' social campaign and former mayor Ben Lawrence was presented to Freedom Hooves Therapeutic Riding Center to support equine therapy programs.
Former mayor Ben Lawrence presented a $1,000 check to Freedom Hooves Therapeutic Riding Center as part of a community "Beards for Bucks" campaign coordinated with the Andover Police Department.
Amanda (Freedom Hooves representative) told the council the organization provides equine therapy for children and adults with disabilities and operates programs that include at-risk youth and partnership programs with local schools. "Last year, we served 342 people with disabilities," Amanda said, and noted the group runs events and relies on volunteers and donations; she invited council members to the Freedom Hooves fundraising gala, Bourbon and Bowties, scheduled for April 26.
The council received the donation and expressed appreciation for support to local nonprofits. Freedom Hooves said the funds will support programming, volunteers and therapeutic services.
Why it matters: The donation supports a local therapeutic nonprofit that serves people with disabilities and at-risk youth, expanding community-based therapy and volunteer opportunities.
Next steps: Freedom Hooves will continue fundraising and invited the council and community to upcoming events to support programming.
