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Strong Hearts
Strong Minds
Strongwater Gala

September 18, 2025

Strongwater Farm

and Event Co-Chairs Bob & Didi LaRochelle Invite you to join us in honoring

Sue Wahr

And celebrating the memory of our visionary and champion,

David J. “Dave” Wahr

Who believed in the power of healing through equine therapy and so generously gave of himself and his talents to people in need.
Dave and Sue Wahr

Kindly Save the Date

September 18, 2025

Vesper Country Club
Tyngsboro, MA

Cocktails & Dining, beginning at 5:30pm

Register Now

Sponsor the Event & Support Strongwater Farm

Sponsorship Levels

Strongwater Thoroughbreds – $25,000

  • VIP Experience: VIP table with premium seating for ten guests
  • Prominent Branding and Recognition: Premier logo/name placement on all event marketing materials, including website, press releases, invitations, programs, and banners
  • Exclusive Recognition: Verbal acknowledgment during the opening and closing remarks of the event
  • Online Exposure: Social media shout-outs acknowledging the Thoroughbred Sponsor; Dedicated posts featuring the sponsor’s logo/name, if desired
  • Customized Branding Opportunities: Option to provide promotional materials or branded items for guests
  • Philanthropic Impact: Recognition as a major contributor to the organization’s mission before, during, and after the gala

Strongwater Champions – $10,000

  • Priority seating for 10 guests at a reserved table
  • Branding Presence: Logo/name inclusion on event materials, including website, programs and select banners.
  • Acknowledgment: Verbal recognition during the event program; Inclusion in press releases and media coverage
  • Online Exposure: Recognition on social media platforms with posts showcasing Champion Sponsors
  • Impact Recognition: Acknowledgment of the sponsor’s commitment to the cause before, during, and after the gala

Strongwater Sustainers – $7,500

  • Preferred Seating for 10 guests
  • Logo Inclusion: Logo/name featured in the event program
  • Listing on the event website as a Sustainer Sponsor
  • Verbal Appreciation: Verbal acknowledgment during the event
  • Online Exposure: Recognition on social media platforms with a special mention for Sustainer Sponsors
  • Public Gratitude: Mention in post-event communications expressing gratitude for support

Strongwater Stallions – $3,000

  • One table for 10 guests
  • Public Gratitude: Mention in post-event communications expressing gratitude for support

More Ways to Support Strongwater Farm

Display Banner – $5,000

  • 3′ by 6′ display banner for 1 year in outdoor horse arena
  • Showcase your company or honor someone special

Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Strongwater Farm is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit: Tax Id # 04-3436653.

Board Leadership

David Wahr

Past Board President

Martha Gaffney

Board President

Wendy Watson

Board Vice President

Chris Perley

 Board Treasurer

Chris Pedersen

Board Secretary

Charles Gaffney

Executive Board

Michael Errera

Executive Board

Maura Sweeney

HR Advisor

Board of Directors

James Carter

Michelle Feudo

Jenn Malizia

Karen Myatt

Peter Rodriques

Jessica Gadilauskas

Regina Milne

Cynthia Basteri

Emeritus

Mary Jane Marcucci

Founding Director