The Mounted Patrol Foundation is a not-for-profit 501 (C) 3 charitable organization whose mission is to support and promote equestrian activities and facilities in San Mateo County. They also serve as fiscal agent for CHAPS (Community Horse Advocacy Program) and work closely with them to achieve mutual grant-making goals.
In 16 years, the MPF has made grants in excess of $373,000 and CHAPS has made grants in excess of $164,000! The Endowment Fund started by founding members in 2003 has grown to $330,000 and makes annual discretionary grants of 5% of the principal balance every year.
Grant activity for 2018 - A total of $39,000 awarded
Wunderlich Bypass Trail $ 14,490
Camp Fire Relief Fund $ 6,550
Scholarships for College-Bound equestrians $ 3,000
Trail Rides for Veterans and CASA kids $ 5,000
National Center for Equine Facilitated Therapy $ 2,400
Friends of Huddart & Wunderlich Parks $ 1,480
Grants to other local Equestrian Organizations $ 6,100
These grants were made possible by the generosity of Project-Specific/Donor-Directed funds and we want to give a very special thanks to the following for their unwavering support:
Woodside Horse Owners Association (WHOA) Platnum star supporter
The Don & Carole Tanklage Foundation Gold Star supporter
Bay Area Barns & Trails (BABT) Silver Star supporter
San Mateo County Parks Foundation (SMCPF) Silver Star supporter
Friends of Huddart & Wunderlich Parks Silver Star supporter
Los Viajeros Riding Club Silver Star supporter
San Mateo Horseman’s Association (SMCHA) Silver Star supporter
Mounted Patrol San Mateo County (MPSMC) Silver Star supporter
Bill Lane Family Fund Silver Star supporter
Individual Equestrian Enthusiasts Bronze Star supporters
Active Projects for 2019 to date
- Replacement of the bridge over Towne Creek in Pescadero Creek County Park
- 2019 Scholarships for College-bound equestrians
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