Bronze
Membership
$250
Benefits
- Wallet-Size Membership Card/ Unique Fridge Magnet – On hand reminder of your impact featuring key GAIT EAS characters/info
- Exclusive Facility Visit – Enjoy a pre-arranged visit to GAIT with your family and friends to see firsthand the difference your support makes.
- Early Access to Events – Be the first to know about upcoming GAIT programs, fundraisers, and special gatherings.
- Member-Only Events – Gain access to two exclusive member appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition on the GAIT Honor Plaque – Your name will be displayed on a dedicated (by year) membership plaque in the barn, showcasing your commitment to GAIT’s mission
Thank you to our 2025 Bronze Members!!!
Joan & Bill Arlequeeuw
Joe & Lisa Castro
Joe & Linda Flynn
Eileen Moore
JC Rafferty
Mark Rafferty
Peter Rizzo
Werner G. Schmidt, Jr.
Jill Rafferty-Weinisch & George Weinisch
Thank you to our 2024 Bronze Members!!!
Joan & Bill Arlequeeuw
John Chrin
Encore Outdoor Advertising
Mark Rafferty
Peter Rizzo
JC Rafferty
Werner G. Schmidt, Jr.
Jill Rafferty-Weinisch & George Weinisch
Thank you to our 2023 Bronze Members!!!
Patricia Magie
Peter Rizzo
Lenore Rogan
Fred and Susan Weber
Silver
Membership
$500
Benefits
- Wallet-Size Membership Card/ Unique Fridge Magnet – On hand reminder of your impact featuring key GAIT EAS characters/info
- Exclusive Facility Visit – Enjoy a pre-arranged visit to GAIT with your family and friends to see firsthand the difference your support makes.
- Early Access to Events – Be the first to know about upcoming GAIT programs, fundraisers, and special gatherings.
- Member-Only Events – Gain access to two exclusive member appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition on the GAIT Honor Plaque – Your name will be displayed on a dedicated (by year) membership plaque in the barn, showcasing your commitment to GAIT’s mission
Thank you to our 2025 Silver Members!!!
Jeff and Claudia Wood
Jim Wood
Thank you to our 2024 Silver Members!!!
Beth Rafferty
Jeff and Claudia Wood
Thank you to our 2023 Silver Members!!!
Kendall McCollum
Gold
Membership
$1,000
Benefits
- Wallet-Size Membership Card/ Unique Fridge Magnet – On hand reminder of your impact featuring key GAIT EAS characters/info
- Exclusive Facility Visit – Enjoy a pre-arranged visit to GAIT with your family and friends to see firsthand the difference your support makes.
- Early Access to Events – Be the first to know about upcoming GAIT programs, fundraisers, and special gatherings.
- Member-Only Events – Gain access to two exclusive member appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition on the GAIT Honor Plaque – Your name will be displayed on a dedicated (by year) membership plaque in the barn, showcasing your commitment to GAIT’s mission
Thank you to our 2025 Gold Members
Fran & Larry Martone
Beth Rafferty
Carole Sebbane & John Loughnane
Thank you to our 2024 Gold Members
Fran & Larry Martone
Thank you to our 2023 Gold Members
Kevin and Debra Holian
Fran & Larry Martone
James M. Wood
Platinum – Sponsor A Horse
$2,000 minimum
Benefits
Platinum-level members who sponsor a horse will receive additional horse-related benefits, including personalized updates and unique opportunities to connect with their sponsored horse.
- Wallet-Size Membership Card/ Unique Fridge Magnet – On hand reminder of your impact featuring key GAIT EAS characters/info
- Exclusive Facility Visit – Enjoy a pre-arranged visit to GAIT with your family and friends to see firsthand the difference your support makes.
- Early Access to Events – Be the first to know about upcoming GAIT programs, fundraisers, and special gatherings.
- Member-Only Events – Gain access to two exclusive member appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition on the GAIT Honor Plaque – Your name will be displayed on a dedicated (by year) membership plaque in the barn, showcasing your commitment to GAIT’s mission.
What Your Sponsorship Provides
- Nutritional Care – High-quality feed, supplements, and veterinary-approved diets tailored to each horse’s needs.
- Veterinary & Farrier Services – Regular check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, and hoof maintenance to keep our horses healthy and sound.
- Comfort & Well-Being – Fresh bedding, stall maintenance, and turnout essentials for a happy, stress-free environment.
- Training & Conditioning – Ongoing training and exercise to keep our therapy horses engaged, responsive, and physically fit for their important work.
- Program Sustainability – Your sponsorship helps sustain GAIT’s mission, allowing participants to build confidence, develop skills, and experience the healing power of horses.
Thank you t0 our 2025
Platinum Member
Horse Sponsor!!!
Martha Dubensky sponsored RJ & Misty
Maryann Martone has sponsored Joey
Lena & Mo Masri sponsored Laddie
Jing Moore has sponsored Montana
Ellen Rafferty has sponsored Bear
Thank you t0 our 2024
Platinum Member
Horse Sponsors!!!
Martha Dubensky has sponsored RJ
Kevin & Debra Holian have sponsored Breeze
Maryann Martone has sponsored Joey
Lena & Mo Masri have sponsored Laddie
Kathrine Miller has sponsored Slam
Jing Moore has sponsored Montana
Ellen Rafferty has sponsored Bear
Thank you t0 our 2023
Platinum Member
Horse Sponsors!!!
SungEun Andersen has sponsored Breeze
Martha Dubensky has sponsored Patrick and R.J.
Maryann Martone has sponsored Joey
Lena & Mo Masri have sponsored Laddie
Katherine Miller has sponsored Slam
Jing Moore has sponsored Rusty
Ellen Rafferty has sponsored Bear
Join GAIT’s Business Membership Program Today – Make an Impact, Gain Visibility, and Support Equine-Assisted Services in NEPA!
Partner with GAIT – Strengthen Your Business, Support Your Community, and Help Carry GAIT Into Its 31st Year!
Join GAIT’s Legacy Today
GAIT Business Membership Tiers
$1,000 Business Membership
Recognition & Visibility:
- Business Signage on Outdoor Arena Fence – A 4×3 business sign showcasing your support for GAIT, displayed on the fence of our outdoor arena for the year.
- Name Displayed on GAIT’s 2025 Sponsorship Plaque – Located in the heart of GAIT, the barn aisle, where participants, volunteers, and visitors pass through daily.
- Recognition on GAIT’s website, social media, and promotional materials.
- A spotlight feature in GAIT’s quarterly newsletter.
- Special mention in GAIT EAS literature, highlighting your role in sustaining GAIT’s future.
Exclusive Member Events:
- Spring Gathering at GAIT’s Founder & President of the BOD’s Home – A private, intimate event for GAIT members.
- GAIT’s Exclusive Volunteer Appreciation Cookout – An all-day celebration on the GAIT farm featuring games, great food, and live music to honor GAIT’s dedicated volunteers. This event was a huge success in 2024, creating an exclusive and memorable experience for attendees.
$2,500 Business Membership
Includes all benefits of the $1,000 level, plus:
Exclusive GAIT Experiences:
- Team-Building Session (2 hours) for up to 12 employees, facilitated by GAIT, focusing on leadership, teamwork, and communication through equine-assisted learning.
Exclusive Member Events:
- Spring Gathering at GAIT’s Founder & President of the BOD’s Home – A private, intimate event for GAIT members.
- GAIT’s Exclusive Volunteer Appreciation Cookout – A special day on the GAIT farm with games, great food, and live music to celebrate GAIT’s dedicated volunteers. The 2024 event was a huge success, creating a unique and unforgettable experience for all attendees.
$5,000 Business Membership
Includes all benefits of the $2,500 level, plus:
Enhanced Recognition & Visibility:
- Extended exposure in additional outreach materials.
Upgraded Exclusive GAIT Experiences:
- Half-Day Team-Building Workshop (3–4 hours) for up to 12 employees, offering deeper engagement in leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Half-Day Community Give-Back Workshop – Donated in your business’s name, allowing a deserving group to participate in an equine-assisted learning experience.
This program aims to support the general operations of GAIT Equine Assisted Services, ensuring we can continue to provide exceptional services to our participants and care for our beloved horses.
Click below to learn more about Monthly Giving and see who benefits.