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Dealing with disaster

Focusing on farriery

Working together for lasting change

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WelcomeAs another year begins, I’m delighted to see more and more evidence of the long-term impact of our approach. The training we’ve invested in over the years is paying off, as positive animal welfare messages spread from owner to owner, community to community, region to region, like ripples in water. Our ideas are replicated because they work, and our influence continues, even when we’re no longer there.

In 2019, I hope to see even more evidence of this inspiring ripple effect. More owners learning how to take care of their animals’ needs, more local service providers putting their training into practice and more decision-makers supporting our ways of working.

We can make waves here at home too. I love to go out and tell Brooke’s story – and plenty of our amazing supporters do too. There are many other ways you can help our impact spread further whether it’s by donating, sharing our social media posts, joining our fundraising family, signing up for MyHackathon or hosting a High Tea for Gee Gees. However you help, you can be sure we’ll use your donations wisely to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules.

Our influence reaches back in time too. Last year’s Every Horse Remembered campaign honoured the animals who suffered a century ago in World War I. It was their plight that motivated our founder to start the vital work we continue today.

Thank you for all your wonderful support. What you’ll read about in Brooke News is only possible because of you.

Petra Ingram Chief Executive

From Guatemala to Kenya, from India to Ethiopia, none of our work would be possible without your kind support. Thank you.

SUPPORTING YOU TO SUPPORT USWhether you’ve been supporting us for a day or a decade, none of our work would be possible without supporters like you. That’s why we’re always happy to help.

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News in Brief

Disaster Relief

Vets from the Field

Getting a grip on glanders

Theory of Change

Change agent Ahmad

Making an impact in India

Innovation Fund

Donkey Theft

Farriery Training

Brooke Legacies

Brooke USA and Partners

Brooke Community

Brooke Fundraising

Editor: Amanda Leech Chief Executive: Petra Ingram

Cover Photo: Guatemala

All images © Brooke unless otherwise stated. Please note that the majority of our photos are taken by staff in the field to save costs.

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News in BriefEvery Horse Remembered

Brooke makes an impression at the World Equestrian Games

An all-round interactive experienceBrooke’s new 360 degree video was launched at the show. Viewed through a headset or in a specially-made circular room, it immersed the audience in the lives of people and animals working in Pakistan’s brick kilns.

As the official chosen charity, Brooke alongside Brooke USA, was delighted to host a range of events at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Tryon, North Carolina, last September. The team at Brooke’s stand raised awareness of our work while greeting a wonderful variety of visitors, including our global ambassador Charlotte Dujardin, as well as several Brooke USA ambassadors including Allison Brock, Debbie McDonald, Clayton Fredericks and JJ Tate.

To mark the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, we honoured the millions of horses, donkeys and mules who suffered and died.Every Horse Remembered was a truly inspiring campaign. In the final month, our supporters contributed personal moments of remembrance – such as laying wreaths, lighting candles and purchasing our #EveryHorseRemembered pin badge.

A memorable mosaic Below you can see a stunning mosaic depicting horses transporting munitions at the Western Front. It was created from a host of photographs of the horses and riders who took part in MyHackathon and our #HacktoRemember Day.

We were delighted with your response to our Every Horse Remembered poetry competition. Our judge, Grant Hayter-Menzies, author of The Lost War Horses of Cairo: the Passion of Dorothy Brooke, chose Janet Hamblin’s moving poem celebrating her grandfather’s horse, Albert.

Grandad’s horse: AlbertThe liquid eyes reflect the desolationthe proud head now hangs lowhow precious the gentle touch of a calloused hand on the still velvety nose,companions; a moment together; forget the foe.

Remember the cool dew of an English dawn coating the brush burnished hydeas the haughty stance collapses into a childlike jumble of limbs,joyously kicking, rolling from side to side.

The comforting touch falters, a ripple, a quiver of muscle ears flicker forwardin recognition of the sound, tired, so tired. But the noise of man’s inhumanity will not unnerve This patriot, this loyal friend. For he was born to serve Devoted to the end. for my Grandad, Trooper Thomas Gibson, who served in the Hussars and, as a true Irishman, loved his horse.

Brooke BreezewayThis permanent pathway comprises bricks which supporters have purchased to honour a beloved person or pet, or to mark a special event, with proceeds going to help horses, donkeys and mules working in Asia’s brick kilns. Bricks bought include our Brooke Trustee and Brooke USA Board Member Jane Holderness-Roddam’s memorials to two of her past horses, Our Nobby and Warrior, who she rode at the 1978 World Equestrian Games.

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Animals in War Remembrance GatheringBrooke, along with our #EveryHorseRemembered ambassador, Alice Oppenheimer, was proud to attend a gathering to remember the brave animals who lost their lives in conflict last November. We laid a wreath, and messages of sympathy from supporters, at the Animals In War Memorial in London.

Supporter DayWe were delighted to welcome supporters to The Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst on 4 October – a fitting venue to remember the horses who lost their lives in conflict. Highlights included insights into Dorothy Brooke’s legacy, an opportunity to meet her biographer Grant Hayter-Menzies and a chance to learn about the horses we help today from our overseas teams.

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Dealing with disasterWhen Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted last June, around 1.7 million people were affected. Many working horses, donkeys and mules were also left without food, water or protection.Thanks to the funds raised by supporters in the UK and US, an emergency grant of over £16,000 helped reach animals with lifesaving essentials. Brooke’s local partner ESAP also worked with other charities and government bodies to deliver a coordinated response, helping animals in the short term and equipping communities to be more resilient in the future.

HELP TODAY, HOPE TOMORROWBrooke’s local partner helped in four key ways:

Grants to cover the cost of food, water and essential veterinary care which benefited 312 horses from 10 communities for six weeks – and equipped local authorities to continue running the project.

Training for families helping them to understand how to protect their animals during future volcanic eruptions.

Support for community leaders to identify key threats and find ways to prepare for disaster and limit the damage.

Lobbying the government to recognise the needs of equines within their official emergency guidelines.

Brooke helped 1,300 animals who were suffering from food shortages in Senegal with another emergency grant of £23,000.

We worked with the local government and our partner, URAPD, to deliver life-saving concentrated emergency rations to equines during the third severe drought in six years.

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Disaster ReliefNews in Brief

Megala’s magnificent new shelter

Abdela Bulo, who lives in Kofele Woreda, Ethiopia, is so devoted to his horse, Megala, that he makes sure he’s treated as part of the family. Thanks to Brooke, Abdela learned the importance of providing shelter for his horse and built Megala a sturdy stable where he can spend the night in safety.

“Before I learnt the need for shelter, my horse used to spend the night outside” Abdela remembers, “But knowing his need has enabled me to provide attention to Megala and minimise dangers to him.”

Abdela’s neighbours are following in his footsteps, having observed how the brushing, hoof cleaning and the other care he gives is benefiting Megala’s wellbeing.

“I always check if Megala’s shelter is clean, he has got enough food and drink and if he is emotionally good.” Abdela

Animals and owners in Ashalicho, Ethiopia, are benefiting from a faster supply of clean drinking water, thanks to a clever construction that capitalises on a natural spring.Now, six buckets of clean water can be filled at the same time, whereas it was only possible to fill one before. This means that horses, donkeys and other livestock have a continuous supply of drinks throughout the day. Kubsa Hussein, who supports a family of five with his horse, donkey and two oxen, depends on the water at Ashalicho to keep his animals hydrated:

“The water trough provides drinking water for my livestock with no interruption. I am grateful that the water is clean and safe for drinking”.

Clean drinking water all day long

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Vets from the Field

Q: What are the biggest challenges faced by horses, donkeys and mules in Ethiopia?

A: Equines in Ethiopia are under served at every level. Brooke Ethiopia is working to fill these gaps with quality sustained services.

Q: Why did the Sustainable Drug Fund begin?

A: Although Brooke Ethiopia was training and building skills, the needs of animals weren’t being met because there wasn’t a reliable, affordable and adequate supply of veterinary medication available.

There was a pressing need for this as animal welfare in Ethiopia is very poor, with problems ranging from wounds and lameness to parasites and eye conditions.

Q: What is a Sustainable Drug Fund? A: A Sustainable Drug Fund allows owners in

poor areas to access essential drugs and vaccines all year round. It depends on a dedicated float of money, which is used to purchase quality medicines. Owners pay a fair price for treatment from a Brooke-trained vet, which is invested back into the fund, so more supplies can be ordered and more animals treated.

Today, Sustainable Drug Funds are running in 21 districts in Ethiopia, benefiting over 600,000 animals and their owners.

Q: What makes you #ProudtobeBrooke?A: I’m proud of reducing the suffering of

animals by introducing an important pain relief drug to the Ethiopian market.

I also helped establish a euthanasia programme in southern Ethiopia. Local

staff are trained to euthanize according to Brooke standards, so abandoned animals with terminal conditions can be released from their suffering. Now, owners are starting to seek out these services themselves, rather than leaving their animals to die.

I’m also proud to have trained more than 320 animal healthcare providers across Ethiopia.

Meet one of the team who transformed animal healthcare in Ethiopia

Dr Alemayehu Hailemariam has worked for Brooke Ethiopia for 12 years and helped launch the country’s successful Sustainable Drug Fund.

When a working animal is diagnosed with the life-threatening disease glanders, it’s a disaster for the owner whose livelihood

depends on their animal.

Now, thanks to a government compensation scheme championed by Brooke, owners are finally coming forward to notify their local authority – and the highly infectious disease is

being kept in check.

New hope for SubodhBrick kiln worker Subodh Prajapati was

devastated when he learned that his two horses had glanders.

Although there was no hope for Subodh’s horses who had to be

euthanised to protect other animals, Brooke helped him to get compensation

for both animals and to cover the earnings he had lost.

“The glanders compensation money helped me to pay for two new horses and I used my savings to buy a new

cart as well.”

I believe the role of a vet shouldn’t be limited to diagnosis, treatment and prevention. They should also play a part in creating the conditions where animals can be healthy and productive.

Getting a grip on glanders in India

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Theory of Change

Over 600 million people in the world’s poorest regions rely on horses, donkeys and mules. These animals play a key part in agriculture, local economies, empowering women and disaster recovery.

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You can read more about our Theory of Change at www.thebrooke.org/theory

In order to improve the lives of working equines, we have to change the behaviour of the people who depend on them. It’s the relationship between animal welfare, human wellbeing and the environment that drives lasting, positive change.

This is called One Welfare – it lies at the heart of our Theory of Change, which we believe is the key to transforming the lives of animals and their owners.

Improved equine welfare: Working horses, donkeys and mules need appropriate nutrition, adequate water, a comfortable environment, access to healthcare, as well as good mental health and the ability to express natural behaviour.

Thriving equine-owning communities: In order to build resilience and look after their families and animals, communities need knowledge, skills and resources, which benefit both animals and people.

Strengthened animal welfare systems: Brooke works to improve available healthcare, increase demand for quality services and strengthen government legislation so that the needs of working horses, donkeys and mules are taken into account.

“ Our living is primarily dependent on equines and if we don’t take care of their needs our family cannot survive.” Umesh, 30, Noida, India

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After 50 years earning a living transporting goods by donkey cart, 60-year-old Ahmad Sadeeq, from Karachi in Pakistan, is an ideal change agent. He has plenty of first-hand experience of owning working animals and is well respected in his community.

Ahmad supports a family of eight with two donkey carts and a community stable, where people can leave their animals and carts safely overnight. He has been a catalyst for positive change in animal welfare since he was trained by Brooke.

Whether he’s explaining the importance of good grooming, or passing on details of Brooke-approved local service providers, Ahmad plays a crucial role in changing the attitudes and practices of animal owners.

From the moment he started working with Brooke, Ahmad was struck by the difference in our approach: “ I was shocked in a pleasant way to see a group of

people working for the donkeys for whom nobody cared. The things and techniques Brooke told me and my friends have made me wiser. I now want to help and guide others.”

Changing attitudes from the inside

“I want to be remembered for helping animals and

their owners”

One of the ways Brooke has a lasting positive impact on the lives of horses, donkeys and mules is by working with specially selected people who are in a position to influence others. A ‘community change agent’ might be a farrier, saddler or animal owner who is trained by Brooke so they can pass on good animal welfare practices.

“I remember the days when I accompanied my father on our

donkey cart to buy fish and sell it in the city. Donkeys have always remained my partner in earning money for the family.”

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“I worked as a local health provider and I also keep essential medicines in the centre for equid treatment. Equid owners come to my centre to buy medicines and also enquire about tetanus vaccine and deworming.” Owner of the animal resource centre in Unnao, India

The truest test of our work’s success is when we’re no longer needed. An independent evaluation carried out once we’d left four brick kiln areas in Uttar Pradesh, India proved that we’d transformed the welfare of working horses, donkeys and mules there. Evidence, including statistics and stories from equine owners and health providers, showed the long term impact of our sustainable work. Now, animal health workers and farriers have the skills to provide quality services, with owners bringing their animals to them, because they have confidence in the services they provide.

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95%of owners were satisfied with the services of their local health providers and farriers which means they are more likely to return.

of equine welfare groups have been linked with local health providers and farriers, who have been independently rated as ‘outstanding.’

“I find time every day to take care of my animal. As they are the main source of household income, it is my duty to take care of them.” Female equine welfare group member, Aligarh, India

of owners were cleaning their horses’ hooves daily, reducing the risk of injury and infection and building a positive bond between animal and owner.

Making an impact in India

“We have the mobile number of trained local health providers and they attend the animals immediately when we call them. If the treatment is done at the beginning we do not have to go to big doctors and spend a lot of money later on.” Ashwamitra ‘friend of equines’, Baghpat, India

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Innovation Fund

The drought-proof donkeys of TurkanaDue to ever increasing droughts brought about by climate change, the Nanam community from Turkana, Kenya were struggling to provide their donkeys with basics like sufficient food and clean, safe water. The aim of this project, funded by Brooke, was to gain insights that would increase the Nanam’s resilience to disaster, helping them to provide their donkeys with a sustainable supply of food and water all year round.

Fresh water and fodder, whatever the weatherThe project’s aim was to support the community to develop useful strategies and systems which will help ensure they have enough to eat and drink during the dry season. They were supported in five key ways:

1. DISASTER RESILIENCE Training the community’s donkey welfare committee to withstand natural disaster, like drought.

2. FODDER PRODUCTION Supporting the community to grow nutritious fodder to supplement their donkeys’ diet during the dry season.

3. WATER MANAGEMENT Setting up and training a committee to ensure donkeys have access to fresh water.

4. WATER SUPPLY Establishing a pipeline extension, water tower and storage tank, as well as two watering troughs, so donkeys and other livestock have an adequate water supply.

5. SOLAR ENERGY Repairing solar panels and connecting them to the water supply so water is pumped efficiently, during the dry season.

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Donkey Theft

Fighting for donkeys’ lives in Africa

Owners are fighting back and their efforts are paying off. In Bomet, Kenya, for example, not a single donkey theft was reported in June 2018 - in contrast, around 100 animals were stolen the previous April. At the same time, Brooke is supporting owners to improve the all-round welfare of their animals.

DONKEY OWNERS TAKE A STAND Here are some of the ways owners are protecting their donkeys, with the support of Brooke, who have kept the issue in the public eye through the press and other awareness-raising initiatives.

DONKEY DAY: raising awareness of the issues under the theme ‘Save our Donkeys, Save our Lives’.

SLAUGHTERHOUSE STAKE-OUT: camping outside slaughterhouses to identify their stolen donkeys.

ABOLISHING ABATTOIRS: communities have put a stop to a new slaughterhouse and delayed the licensing of a new abattoir.

PURSUING PROSECUTIONS: courts in Kiambu and Kitui, Kenya, have successfully prosecuted theft cases.

PARTNERSHIPS: collaborating with other charities and organisations to help communities care for and protect their donkeys.

TRACKING DONKEYS: trialling the use of microchips to trace donkeys.

Brooke is working with donkey owners in East Africa to help tackle the ongoing issue of donkeys being stolen and slaughtered for their skins.

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Trained farriers make a difference in IndiaBrooke is making sure animal owners have access to trained farriers, as poor hoof care can lead to a whole host of problems from needless pain to chronic lameness.

Farriery Training

Nine weeks to healthier hooves

Nankey steps in Like other horse owners in Sumerpur, India, Nankey Sharma – who relies on his horses Rani and Champa to earn a living – had no access to a trained farrier.

He decided to take matters into his own hands and learn farriery himself. He’d already learned the basics and bought some tools when Brooke identified the need for a skilled, reliable farrier – and it was clear Nankey was the perfect candidate. Today, thanks to comprehensive training in all aspects of farriery and general animal welfare, Nankey is keeping his community’s horses’ hooves in tip top condition:

“ I always wanted to work for the welfare of equines and I am thankful to Brooke India for enabling me to serve these voiceless animals.” Nankey Sharma

Ali finds a new farrier Ali Ahmed supports a family of nine by working in a brick kiln with his horse Bahadur which means ‘brave’.

When Ali took Bahadur to a cheap farrier, he found it was a false economy. Not only did the farrier cut off the toe of Bahadur’s hoof (in a practice known as dumping), causing him great pain, he attempted to fit shoes that were way too small. Just a few days later these shoes fell off. Ali decided to visit Brooke-trained farrier Mohammad Syeed, at Nawabganj equine fair:

“ Now I have found this farrier, I’m happy to pay more for good quality shoeing. Coming here is beneficial for my animal. My horse is the source of my livelihood, if he could not work, I would not be able to buy food for my family.” Ali Ahmed

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When Brooke saw that Senegal’s working animals were paying the price of the country’s lack of professional farriery services, we teamed up with the Ministry of Livestock and World Horse Welfare to deliver a nine-week farriery course.Now, farriers are improving and sharing their skills and learning how tools can be adapted and developed so they’re accessible and affordable. Senegal’s horses, donkeys and mules can look forward to quality hoof care and the health benefits it brings. Above: Ali with his horse Bahadur Top: Farrier trainer Rakesh

Kumar, from Brooke India, training a local farrier.Above: participants on Senegal’s farriery course.

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Over the past year, we’ve been determined to meet as many of Brooke’s wonderful legacy supporters as possible.

In June, the team was thrilled to host an event at Shropshire’s Grade II listed Shrewsbury Castle, as part of Brooke’s Every Horse Remembered campaign, to honour the sacrifice animals made in World War I.

Castle custodian Ian Pritchard took guests on a museum tour and spoke of the role horses played in the Shropshire Yeomanry. Initially, they were sent to the east coast to carry out home guard duties with their regiment. Later, the soldiers were sent to Egypt, while their horses would probably have gone to the front line as part of another regiment.

Jen Wathan, from Brooke’s Global Animal Welfare Team, brought things back to the present day with an insight into the importance of humane animal handling. With working days that can last up to 14 hours, the way humans interact with their horses, donkeys and mules affects the wellbeing of both animal and owner.

Using a film from Brooke’s work in India, Jen showed the impact of difficult conditions and frightened animals and owners, demonstrating how simple interventions – like ramps at equine fairs – reduce anxiety and build trust.

Remember to book your ticket for our legacy event at Hylands House on 13 February. You’ll have the chance to meet the team, hear from a Brooke speaker and learn more about how our work depends on gifts in Wills – which account for 54% of the donations we receive. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet some Suffolk Punch horses and hear about their role in logging and woodland management.

Please visit www.thebrooke.org/legacies email legacies@thebrooke.org or call 020 7470 9343 for more information about gifts in Wills and to find out about upcoming legacy events in your area.

Harriet Langston Senior Legacy Officer

A legacy of love

KBIS helps build a better life for brick kiln mules

A helping hand for Nepal and West AfricaBrooke USA is helping to improve the quality and accessibility of equine healthcare in Nepal with a grant of $50,000 to Brooke programmes there.

Brooke works with local service providers and ‘Ashwapremis’ which means ‘equine lovers’ – who influence their peers to take care of their animals.

West Africa is also benefiting from Brooke USA’s support for a second year. A grant of $240,000 will help to make long-term improvements to the welfare of 150,000 working horses, donkeys and mules by 2021 by working with cart and carriage users in rural and urban areas, farming communities in dry areas, as well as national institutions and key policy makers.

See page 4 for news on the World Equestrian Games held in North Carolina last September, where Brooke USA and Brooke made an impact as the official charity.

First class support from Secondsight

A big thank you to everyone at Secondsight for choosing

Brooke as their company charity between July and

September last year. They raised an incredible £655

through a range of activities, including a quiz.

Throughout November, our corporate partner KBIS British Equestrian Insurance generously agreed to match any purchase of a popular Brooke Shop gift.

This meant that for every ‘Build a Better Life for a Brick Kiln Mule’ £38 gift bought, £76 went towards Brooke’s work. With their support, we raised an amazing £11,000.

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Peter gets his skates on At 72, Peter Braithwaite, one of our supporters from Bromley, has discovered a new passion – roller skating. Last August he joined the London Inline Half Marathon at Lee Valley Olympic Park, raising £220 to help hardworking horses, donkeys and mules. Get in touch to find out about sporting events in your area.

Fiona Wrigley introduces Frankel Our East Anglia group leader raised £1,000 by giving four people the incredible opportunity to visit Frankel at the Banstead stud and Newmarket race grounds. Thank you Fiona and Prince Kalid Bin Abdulah, who donated this amazing gift.

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A big thank you to our 52 fantastic volunteer fundraising groups across the UK, who give up their time to help hardworking animals. From skate offs to sky dives, tack sales to dinner dances, we never fail to be impressed by the imaginative ways you support us.

Meet the teamSenior Regional Fundraising Officers, Caroline Robertson and Hanna Sturman, would love to hear from you.

War Horse wondersWhen the award-winning play War Horse came to Sunderland’s Empire Theatre, Carole Kirk, from our North East group contacted the manager – and were granted permission to attend the launch and will be collecting for Brooke at next month’s performances. Thank you for your amazing initiative!

Scotland pays tributeA five-day extravaganza was held at Scotland’s only equestrian theatre in Jedburgh. Volunteers from different groups joined forces to remember the animals who lost their lives in World War I – and raised an impressive £1,500 for today’s hardworking horses, donkeys and mules. If you’d like to start a group in Scotland, please get in touch.

Mary’s secondhand treasures

Mary Sheppard from our Gloucester group

has supported Brooke for many years.

Here she is at the Cotswolds Air Show,

where she raised £200 selling pre-loved

goods. Get in touch if you have an idea for

raising funds to help working animals.

Louise’s woolly wondersLouise Brown has been selling irresistible knitted animals on her stall for eight years. She’ll even recreate your pet for you! The cuddly companions and handy keyrings and doorstops made £1,800 last year!

Cheshire championsA massive thank you to Nikki Ellis and her team of volunteers who organised an Every Horse Remembered World War I themed dinner dance at Shrigley Hall in November. Highlights included a World War I re-enactment by Act it Out and authentic dishes including Lord Woolton pie. Donations are still coming in as we go to print, however, the event has raised nearly £7,000 so far!

Bigging up Brooke in OmaghIrene and Kevin Lowry and friends – including Dorothy at B&M Bargains – have raised an incredible £16,000 for Brooke over the years. Come rain or shine you can find them collecting and promoting Brooke’s work in the town. Say hello to them on 2 February, 6 April, 8 June, 5 October and 17 December.

Contact us with your creative fundraising ideas.

email: caroline.robertson@thebrooke.org call: 07920 140851

“Joining Brooke has been an amazing experience. If you’d like to make an impact, no matter how big or small, join us – together we can change the lives of working equines.” Hanna, Brooke South

email: hanna.sturman@thebrooke.org call: 07818 556272

“ It’s an absolute pleasure to work with such inspiring people. If you’d like to join our fundraising family, please get in touch.” Caroline, Brooke North

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Celebrate with Brooke Make a wedding, christening, birthday or anniversary even more meaningful by asking for donations instead of gifts.

We’ll help you make the most of the occasion with everything from fundraising materials to tips on promoting it on your social networks. A glorious Gala Dinner

Thank you to all our sponsors and guests for making Brooke’s second annual Gala Dinner, held at Headlam Hall in November, such a success. With the support of our volunteer group in North Yorkshire; Lisa Jagger, Sandi Cole, Pam Durrant, Caroline Thomson and Angela Malkin, Patron Alastair Stewart OBE and Every Horse Remembered Ambassador Hannah Russell, we raised an incredible £27,300.

High tea time!Cheer up the winter months or celebrate the coming spring with a High Tea for Gee Gees party! We’ll send you a pack full of party treats, decorations and ideas when you register.

Star supporter Kerrie Robbins is always finding new ways to raise awareness and money for our cause.

From hosting raffles and selling honey from her own hives, to collecting change in her Brooke brick, so far, Kerrie has raised AUD $3,000 of her AUD $5,000 target. You go Kerrie!

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Dust off your trainers!Are you looking for a challenge in 2019? Boost your fitness and raise money to help hardworking horses, donkeys and mules by taking part in one of these popular running events. We’ll support you from start to finish with training and fundraising advice.

VIRGIN MONEY LONDON MARATHON Register by 31 January Brooke’s places for this year’s London Marathon are limited, so get in touch quickly for a chance to take part. 28 April

EDINBURGH MARATHON FESTIVAL With a 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, team relay and junior running events, there’s a run to suit you in Scotland’s largest running festival. 25/26 May

LONDON 10,000 Take in London’s landmarks as you run from the Mall towards the City and back to Buckingham Palace on this popular 10K event. Then enjoy the free Vitality Wellness Festival with giveaways and practical tips on how to stay fit. 27 May

GREAT NORTH RUN Take advantage of summertime training when you join one of the most iconic half marathons, which winds its way from Newcastle to the beautiful coastline of South Shields. 8 September

We challenge you to hack 100 miles in 100 days and raise £100 or more for Brooke.

Last year’s hackers raised over £15,000 – let’s try and make this year even more successful!

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Join our Facebook fundraisers Brooke has just created a new Facebook group for our brilliant #BrookeFundraisers.

Join to share photos, stories and tips – and connect with other supporters like Kerrie from around the world.

Inspiration from down under

If you have a horse and love the outdoors why not take part in MyHackathon, which runs from March to October?

Our first-ever carol service raises the roof

Brooke’s first ever carol service was held on 12 December at

Guards’ Chapel, London. Guests enjoyed beautiful singing from

the Royal Military Choir and readings by special guests including our President,

Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cornwall, Peter Egan and Victoria

Pendleton.

Donations are still coming in as we go to print, but the event has raised

£25,000 so far.

THIS YEAR’S GALA DINNER

Register your interest by getting in touch

with the team

www.thebrooke.org 020 7470 939324 Brooke NewsRegistered Charity No. 1085760

When you remember Brooke in your Will, your kindness will help:

make a lasting difference to the lives of horses, donkeys and mules by working with their owners and communities.

inspire future generations to care for and protect their animals, easing their suffering.

expand Brooke’s work to reach millions more working animals in new communities and countries.

“For years I’ve been involved in animal welfare, especially as my horses have given me so much. This way, I can help equines in a less fortunate situation have a better quality of life.”Mrs Panczak from South Yorkshire wanted to leave a gift in her Will to ensure her love for animals will continue.

Let’s create a world where no working animal suffers

Find out more about the difference your gift can make by requesting a copy of our Gifts in Wills information pack. Visit: www.thebrooke.org/legaciesCall: 020 7470 9343 Email: legacies@thebrooke.org

Remembering Brooke in your Will is a thoughtful and powerful way to transform the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules around the world.

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