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Cooper's Crossroad 2024 News
Cooper's Crossroad receives"Share the Love" donation
January 2024
Cooper's Crossroad began 2024 with a bang, receiving the Subaru "Share the Love" donation of $22,000 (thank you Fenton Family Dealership!)
Kentucky Derby Fundraiser
May 2024
In May, we hosted our first ever Kentucky Derby fundraiser at Elm Farm. The event live broadcasted the race and pre/post race activities in a festively decorated barn, complemented by a tasty assortment of food and topped off with mint juleps! There was color, hats, laughter and a fun crowd during the race.
Yoga Retreat at the Farm
June 2024
Aloha Keene owner, Josephine Russell, offered a yoga retreat at the farm in June. Participants and horses enjoyed the time spent doing meditative movements around the farm.
Therapy Dogs to join
Cooper's Crossroad
May 2024
Golden Retriever brothers, Yogi and Maverick, have started their therapy dog training. Once they finish, they will be supporting our programs.
Orchard Hill Breadworks - Pizza Night
July 2024
In July, a group of volunteers spent an evening assisting patrons as they creatively individualized their wood-fired pizzas at Orchard Hill Breadworks Pizza Night. Each month a nonprofit is chosen to receive proceeds from pizza sales. This is the third year we have been chosen. It's a blast to be a part of the music-filled summertime family friendly event. The proceeds go directly to the care of the animals at Elm Farm. Thank you pizza lovers!
Building Life Skills
Summer 2024
Our Building Life Skills program continues to be a huge success this year!
The first ever Movie Night
August 2024
Mid August CCR hosted our first ever Movie Night at the Elm Farm hay loft. Both humans and dogs enjoyed the movie, popcorn, snacks and the authentic atmosphere. Bats even joined us as a grand finale.
The Annual Farm Fest & Open House
September 2024
The annual Farm Fest and Open House was held in September. This annual fundraiser brings sunflowers and smiles to my mind. A great community awareness event, we look forward to it every year.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 2024
In October, CCR participated in Domestic Violence Awareness month at Cheshire Medical Center, sharing the programs we offer with like-minded organizations.
Halloween!
October 2024
October also brought a new fundraiser, the Halloween Farm Fest...a spooky, family event with loads of games, crafts, and activities. It was a huge success and sure to be repeated.
Two new equines on the Farm!
October 2024
Our two new equine friends on the farm, Tuk Tuk and Shamrock
GLOWE Program Launch
October 2024
The G.L.O.W.E. program, designed by Erin Ballard, is teaching and empowering participants on equine welfare and management as a way to provide them the tools for a future career working with horses.
Trail Rides on Elm Farm
November 2024
Trail rides are now being offered to the public at Elm Farm, helping to raise awareness of what CCR is doing PLUS adding income to support our herd’s wellbeing.
Our growth continued across multiple fronts this year. We secured a grant to install raised flower beds and launched an online shop, offering supplements and treats for our furry friends at the farm. Our social media presence has also flourished, with our Facebook following surpassing 600 members, complemented by our new presence on TikTok and Instagram.
The year concluded with changes to our board composition. We bid farewell to Sue Maydwell and Sue Payton, whose terms came to an end, though we're fortunate to retain their expertise in advisory capacities. We warmly welcomed two new board members, Gail Giesen and Iria Doescher, whose perspectives and experience will help guide our future direction.