Three of Brooke USA’s dressage ambassadors, Olympians Kasey Perry-Glass and Allison Brock, as well as Grand Prix competitor and National Champion JJ Tate recently traveled to Guatemala to observe Brooke’s work focused on improving the lives of the working horses, donkeys and mules.
The ambassadors were joined by Brooke USA’s Development Officer Kendall Bierer, as well as staff from ESAP, Brooke’s partner in Guatemala. ESAP’s Executive Director Mario Sapon Pellecer led the group through drought-prone departments of Guatemala for an eye-opening, first-hand observation of the Brooke USA- funded programs in the region. In 2017, Brooke USA raised over $250,000 for ESAP’s programs through the 2 nd Annual Nic Roldan’s Sunset Polo & White Party, held in Wellington, Florida.
While Brooke has worked on improving conditions and educating owners on proper care, the trip focused primarily on Sinaneca and Plan del Morro; two sites that have been their most recent 18-month projects.
“It is incredible to be part of Brooke USA, and to see the communities in Guatemala. I look forward to bringing awareness to how much help they need, and what we can do to create sustainable living for everyone — humans and equines,” Tate said. “It feels wonderful to contribute, and to see the work first-hand. It is important to bring information back to the United States, and tell people what we saw.”
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