Donate or Sponsorship
Show your support!Eastern Bay of Plenty Riding for the Disabled (EBOP RDA) is a non-profit organisation. We are one of 54 groups that operate under the umbrella of all NZRDA.
Donate!
How to Donate
EBOP Riding for the Disabled is a Registered Charity and donations are tax deductible. We do not receive any government funding.
All donations, big and small help us to continue this vital therapy for our riders in the Eastern Bay of Plenty community.
We kindly thank you for considering donating to EBOP Riding for the Disabled.
Our Charities number is CC27981
Donation Options
Donations of Goods and Services
If you are a business or individual interested in gifting goods or services please Contact us. We are always on the look out for tradies and talented people to help with our ongoing projects. If you wish to donate a specific item please take a look at our current needs.
CURRENT NEEDS
We are in current need of:
- Hay
- Specialised Disabled riding equipment
- Skilled people to help with fencing, container/shed, & arena cover projects
Contact us if you can help.
Direct Deposit
If you would like to donate through Internet Banking our bank details are:
Bank: Westpac
Account Name: EBOP Riding for the Disabled
Bank account number: 03 0490 0213972 00
Particulars: Your name
Reference: Donation
Please do not send cash in the mail.
If you would like a receipt for your donation please contact us via email or phone 07 308 4460
Payroll Giving
EBOP Riding for the Disabled is registered as an approved IRD organization for Payroll Giving. Payroll giving makes it easy to donate as it comes out directly from your pay. The amount you wish to donate is chosen by you, and payments are set up by your employer.
The great part about Payroll Giving is that you receive an immediate tax credit for your donations instead of having to claim for a tax rebate at the end of the year. For every dollar you donate you get 33.33 cents back as a tax credit. The credit reduces the amount of PAYE you pay. If you donate $15 per week, the Government will pay $5 of this per week meaning that only $10 will be deducted from your pay.
Contact us about payroll giving.
FRIENDS OF EBOP RDA
Trust Horizon - Electricity
Bay Trust - Running Costs
Kauri Ltd - Horse Feed
Edgecumbe Lions - Fencing
New World Whakatane - Staff Donation
Whakatāne-Ohope Community Community Board - Running Costs
Mercury Ltd - Horse Feed
Disability Resource Centre Whakatane - Saddles
K Bannan - Donation
Become a Friend of RDA
By becoming a friend of EBOP RDA your contribution ensures that we can continue to deliver these vital services in our community to help our riders thrive in all areas of their lives.
For a business to become a friend of EBOP RDA the donation cost is $300. For an individual, group or family to become a Friend of RDA the donation cost is $150. This can be donated into a lump sum or monthly gifts of $12.50.
Benefits of being a friend of RDA.
- Your name and Business logo (if applicable) will be placed on our Friends of RDA board.
- Acknowledgement of your donation on our website, newsletter and Facebook page
- Acknowledgement of your donation and a link to your website (if applicable) on our website Supporter’s page
- You will be invited to our annual Christmas supporters’ event and open days throughout the year.
- EBOP Riding for the Disabled is a registered charity therefore your donation is tax deductible.
Sponsorship programme
How does it work?
EBOP Riding for the Disabled has just commenced an exciting sponsorship program. Generous supporters of EBOP RDA can help offset the substantial expense involved in caring for our unique and special horses through sponsorship.
By sponsoring a Horse or Paddock, or by making regular contributions to horse feed or Health costs you can help us keep ensure that EBOP RDA will continue to serve the equestrian needs of local riders with disabilities into the future.
Sponsorship Options
In recognition of your sponsorship you’ll get:
- Your name and logo (if applicable) will be displayed on our dedicated sponsorship signs.
- Acknowledgement of your sponsorship on our website, newsletter and Facebook page.
- Acknowledgement of your sponsorship and a link to your website (if applicable) on our supporter’s page.
- One of RDAs sponsors will be showcased each week on Facebook.
- You will be invited to our annual Christmas supporters event and open days throughout the year.
- EBOP Riding for the Disabled is a registered charity therefore your sponsorship is tax deductible.
Sponsor A Paddock
At EBOP RDA we have 14 paddocks which, like our horses need ongoing upkeep. Sponsoring a paddock begins at $600 per annum.
Our paddock costs include:
- Fertilizer
- Weed Control
- Electric tapes and standards
- Fence maintenance and repairs
- Trough maintenance and repairs
- Water rates and bills
Added Benefit of becoming one of our Paddock Sponsors
- Your name and logo (if applicable) displayed on paddock gate.
Contact us to get started
Sponsor a Horse
We have a number of special horses aged between 5 and 25 years. Sponsorship ensures each horse continues to enjoy the best possible care so we can continue to provide enjoyment and valuable therapy with disabilities in our community.
RDA retains ownership of the horses and will continue to manage health and welfare of the horse.
Sponsorship assists RDA with meeting horse – related costs which we incur including:
- Regular Medical costs and prescription costs
- Drenches
- Hay and Feed
- Farrier Services
- Maintenance & Replacement of each horses grooming equipment. Blankets, Winter Covers, Bridles, riding pads, saddles
Gold Sponsorship – $750 – $1000
Silver Sponsorship – $500 – $750
Bronze Sponsorship – $100 – $500
In addition to the regular sponsorship benefits
- All sponsors will receive a framed photograph of their sponsored horse.
- PLUS Two yearly updates about your sponsored horse.
Contact us to get started
Sponsor Hard Feed & Hay
HARD FEED: All our horses are fed throughout the year ensuring they receive all the required minerals and supplements so they can perform at their peak. Deficiencies in these can lead to unwanted behaviours. Our annual feed bill is in excess of $12000.
HAY: During the winter months EBOP RDA goes through up to 90 bales of hay a month. Although we do cut our own hay, we often still have to purchase from external sources. Depending on availability this can cost anywhere between $10 – $20 per bale.
Contact us if you can help.
Sponsor Horse Health
It is imperative that our horse’s health is in peak condition. Ongoing costs to keep the horses in great health includes.
FARRIER: Our horses have the feet trimmed every 6-7 weeks depending on the season. Most of our horses are bare foot, but a few need shoes in order to be able to perform effectively. Our farrier bill PER VISIT is around $850
ANNUAL VET CHECK: $200 Per year per horse
ANNUAL DENTAL CHECK: Each 12 months our horses receive a visit from the dentist to ensure their mouths are healthy and comfortable. This bill is around $1000
BODY WORK: Our horses receive regular body work session to ensure their bones, ligaments, muscles and connective tissues are working to their full potential. Each treatment can range from $50 – $125
COVERS: The cost for covers can be between $200 – $300 per horse per year. It is vital that the horses are protected from the harsh New Zealand elements.
VITAMINS AND MINERALS $10 approx a week
WORMING TREATMENT $25 Per horse per treatment
Contact us if you’d like to help
Sponsored Horses
Alex
Sponsored by: Ohope Lions
Aio
Sponsored by:
Flatline IT Services
Blondie
Sponsored by:
Shrek
Sponsored by:
Boss
Sponsored by: Whakatane Mill
Amber
Sponsored by:
Gerald
Sponsored by:
PJ
Sponsored by:
Jess
Sponsored by: Ohope Lions
Cowboy
Sponsored by:
Katie
Sponsored by:
Poppy
Sponsored by:
Piper
Sponsored by: Lions Opotiki
Suzie
Sponsored by:
Koda
Sponsored by:
Reggie
Sponsored by:
Feed & Hay Sponsors
Mercury Ltd - Horse Feed
Kauri Ltd - Horse Feed
Paddock Sponsors
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Horse Health Sponsors
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Donate to EBOPRDA
EBOP RDA receives no government funding and relies on fundraising and the generosity of the wider community to ensure we are able to continue to provide a high level of service to our riders and community.
Sponsorship
EBOP Riding for the Disabled has just commenced an exciting sponsorship program. Your sponsorship will help ensure that EBOP RDA will continue to serve the equestrian needs of local riders with disabilities into the future.