Fundraising

Young horse rider shares her inspirational fundraising efforts

Having raised over £1,000 last year 10-year-old Maisie has her sites on more challenges in 2025.

Posted on 22/01/2025

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Horsey mad and full of ambition, a 10-year-old from Dorset plans to spend 2025 raising as much money as she can for the charity she loves.

Maisie raised over £1,000 for us last year when she took on a challenge which saw her walk 10 miles from her home and climb a 49-meter-high tower.

She posted a video about her experience on YouTube and is now planning an entire year of fundraising activities.

Maisie’s journey to support World Horse Welfare began last summer, following a visit to our Somerset Rescue and Rehoming Centre, Glenda Spooner farm.

“I left feeling inspired and wanted to help.”
Maisie said.

A month later two horses she once rode sadly passed away and so she decided to do a sponsored hike in their memory to raise money.

“My friends and family thought I was a bit crazy. And some did not think I would do it at first. They had a point, as I’m not much of a walker and will be the first to start moaning that my legs hurt halfway through a one-mile walk. I am also scared of heights and the top of the tower was a long way from the ground.
Added Maisie

“But, on August 10, 2024 I achieved my goal and even though my legs hurt for days after, it was worth it.”

With a target of £50 Maisie was impressed by the support she received amounting to over £600.

Spurred on by her success she made another £300 with a tack sale and topped her new target of £1,000 at the end of 2024 with the sale of handmade Christmas wreaths.

“I am so grateful to everyone who donated and supported me. I had a lot of fun, faced new challenges and learned a lot, like if you want something bad enough you have to make it happen. If you have a passion or you have something that is important to you why not find out how you can get involved with volunteering or fundraising – together we can make a difference.”
Added Maisie

Maisie has made it her New Year’s resolution to continue fundraising with World Horse Welfare in 2025 and would love people to join her by following her Youtube channel called, Maisie’s Mane Mission.

“We think Maisie is just amazing and love how many fundraising ideas she’s managed to think of already. We wish her lots of luck for her future efforts, and we are really looking forward to supporting her with her 2025 plans. We are extremely grateful to Maisie and everyone who supports our work to help horses who need it most, both in the UK and further afield.”
Said South West Regional Fundraiser Naomi Jones

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