Hello!

 

10 years ago, Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue launched the most impactful equine rescue event in the country.

The Appalachian Trainer Face Off quicked proved an incredible way to help more horses in this region and beyond.

It takes place May through August each year in Winfield, West Virginia.

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The event is one of the largest horse related events in the state. As a 501©3 organization, creating a massive impact for horse welfare and care is vital to our success.

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These horses range from mustangs, ferals, neglect cases, surrenders and law enforcement cases. Each trainer and horse has their journey closely covered on social media throughout the training. Ultimately, the trainers compete in a three day event and horses are offered for adoption.

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The 2026 event means this competition has been changing lives for a decade!

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Many of the stories of the rescued horses competing reach hundreds of thousands of people online, sometimes millions, and this all continues to grow month by month.

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Through partnership and collaboration within the industry, our organization has created amazing relationships with horse people across this country and improved the lives of a massive number of horses. We have received recognition nationally for our impact on the horse community in Appalachia.

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Our organization has a passionate, broad support base across the country, with a large audience following our work via social media and through our popular equine blog.

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During the Appalachian Trainer Face Off 100+ day event, thousands of followers check in daily to see how the horses are progressing on all of our pages and sites, so the ability to reach an engaged audience is present daily.

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Interested in helping this event?

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The horse community cares about companies that support the industry through creative partnerships while supporting equine welfare. Horse owners tend to be potential customers with an above average interest range and income base.

Perhaps most importantly, business looking to partner with us will be helping horses in need and excellent trainers, aiding us in sharing their talents nationwide, while a huge number of horses gain homes!

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We would deeply appreciate an opportunity to share more about our work, the Appalachian Trainer Face Off, and to discuss the benefits of a partnership with your company!

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Sponsorships are tailored to you. We can be create a package for any budget.

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Some areas for marketing with your investment include:

Booths • Product placement • Tables • Session speakers • Event Signage • Online Business Sharing • Trainer Dinner Sponsorship • Horse sponsorship • Logos on Event Marketing • Announcements during the Event.

Let us know your budget, and if our packages do not fit, we will create a package for you!

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