Relics & Rarities was a Revolutionary Success! - Blue Grass Farms Charities
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ACROSS the BOARD
BLUE GRASS FARMS CHARITIES WINTER 2021 E-NEWSLETTER
Relics & Rarities was a Revolutionary Success!
When the pandemic began in a few. The auction brought in a
March everyone felt that it would net revenue of $71,716. It was a
be short-lived. BGFC was sure success!
that the charity would still hold
its annual fundraiser scheduled We thank everyone who partici-
for the end of October with no pated, donated, and helped with
worries. Well, we all know that sponsorships. Thank you to our
did not happen since everyone is Board for collecting and soliciting
still dealing with Covid-19. The donations; and Great Expectations
charity decided to have an online for cataloging items and coordi-
auction instead called “Relics and nating the auction platform.
Rarities from the Blue Grass.”
The auction will return this year
This auction had a twist to it where either virtually or in-person. BGFC
farms, track, owners, breeders, hopes and still plans to have Mon-
and trainers donated items from ster Bash on October 29, 2021
their own personal collections at Limestone Hall located in the
that were reflective to the Thor- old Fayette County Courthouse,
oughbred industry, the farms, and horses. Eclectic and fun items downtown Lexington. This coming October, we hope masks
donated were red velvet riding coats from Keeneland, signed are not mandatory, but they will definitely be welcomed at the
Maker’s Mark bottles, a stall door, and feed buckets to name party!
God’s Pantry Meals Connects to BGFC!
We have to give a big ‘thank you’ to Lexington’s God’s Pantry for selecting BGFC as one of
their meal connector agencies. BGFC now can visit Kroger Marketplace on Richmond Road and
Super Mercado Aguascalientes weekly for a variety of groceries for the
pantry. A freezer is now on premise to store meats and frozen items so
there is plenty for all.
We encourage all farm and track employees to visit the pantry on a week-
ly basis for breads, meats, and fresh fruits/vegetables while the pandemic
is still with us. Every bit we can do to relieve the worker with food inse-
curity is needed.
Call 859-219-0910 or info@bgfcky.org
to make plans to visit the pantry.
2020
IN REVIEW
THANK YOU 2020 DONORS
(contributions of $500 or more)!
Ms. Andrea Callanan Frames on Main Gallery Mr. Frank Brothers
Ms. Ann Ferland Mr. Garrett O’Rourke Mr. Paul Moring
Ashford Stud Mr. Gary Biszantz – Cobra Farm National Christian Foundation
B. & E. Jones Charitable Family Foundation Godolphin- Darley Farm Nicholson Insurance Agency
Bantry Farm Harold V. Goodman – Mt. Brilliant Farm Nicoma Bloodstock
Biederman Real Estate Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Padgett Construction Company
Blue Grass Community Foundation International Racing Transport, Inc. Richard and Sue Masson – Green Lantern
Mr. Carl E. Hamilton James & Wanda Hollensteiner Foundation Watts and Sally Humphrey – Shawnee Farm
Castleton Lyons Juddmonte Farms, Inc. Shadwell Farm, LLC
Central Bank & Trust Co Ms. Julia Swords TCA, Inc.
Charles R. Jelm Foundation Keeneland, Inc. The Janet and Robert Weber Family Fdn.
Chevy Chase Animal Clinic KTOBA The Jockey Club Safety Net
Mr. Chris Johnson KY Equine Practitioners Association Thomas Riddle, DVM
Christian Word Ministry Ky Thoroughbred Farm Managers Club Trackside Farms
Community Foundation of Louisville Lane’s End Farm UK Federal Credit Union
Dean Dorton, Inc. Marc and Amy McLean Dr. W.D. Fishback, Jr.
Dixiana Farms Mary K. Oxley Foundation Winchester Feed Company, Inc.
Dr. Tom and Margaret Riddle Michael and Lori Halligan WinStar Farm, LLC
Edward H. Lane Foundation Trust Mill Ridge Farm, LLLP Yellow Creek Farm
Fifth Generation Tito’s Mrs. Mira Ball
2020 BY THE NUMBERS
THE CHARITY HAD A BUSY YEAR!
1. Provided more than 39,598 pounds of fresh produce/non- 8. Provided utility, housing, and misc. needs to 18 families;
perishable foods from the God’s Pantry Distribution Center
to farms/track; 9. Supported the Keeneland Chaplaincy with ready to eat
meals and hygiene products for Covid19 cases;
2. Provided more than $17,292 in non-perishable foods,
hygiene, baby items, diapers, and cleaning supplies thanks 10. Provided through God’s Pantry’s Meal Connector
in part to Blue Grass Community Foundation & The KY program meats, fruits, vegetables, and breads
Colonels grants; (Kroger/Super Mercado) to 384 folks since 11/20/2020;
3. Scheduled health screenings through Blue Grass 11. Distributed 210 Thanksgiving Dinners to 14 farms and
Community Healthcare to 11 farms; Keeneland backstretch through Blue Grass Hospitality’s
Thanksgiving program;
4. Provided 1,309 people food through the BGFC pantry;
12. Distributed 110 Turkey dinner boxes to TTC workers;
5. Assisted with major dental and vision needs to 26 farm
workers thanks in part to Delta Dental and Snowy Owl 13. Provided goody bags and Southern Lights passes to back
Grants; stretch workers for the Keeneland Chaplaincy;
6. Provided 955 backpacks to K-5th Graders thanks to 14. Provided 306 families with Southern Lights passes and
The Jelm Foundation; Junior League of Lexington,” $50 Walmart Gift Cards (plus ten, $100 gift cards for gifts,
and The Heider Foundation; bikes, etc.)
7. Provided 1,664 bags of groceries through Keeneland’s 15. Raised $71,716 during the online Auction…
Nourish the Backstretch;
Thanksgiving 2020 came to the Farm
Thanks to KEMI interns and staff, BGFC was able to pro-
Delta Dental of Ky awards grant vide 210 thanksgiving meals to Keeneland backside and 13
farms in Fayette and surrounding counties on Thanksgiving
BGFC is excited about receiving its second year
Day. These meals were provided by Bluegrass Hospitality
grant award from Delta Dental of Kentucky in the
(Malone’s). Our partnership with BGH has been and is much
amount of $7,500. These funds will be used for
appreciated – especially for 2020!
farm workers needing cleanings, fillings, extrac-
tions, or any emergeny dental procedures.
Celia is all smiles
Festival of Christmas became Festival of Lights
Regardless of the pandemic,
the BGFC staff and Board
were determined to do
something for the kids this
year. To be safe, the party
went virtual by providing 306
farm and track families with
carload passes to Kentucky
Horse Park’s Southern Lights
along with a $50 gift card to BGFC Volunteer Spotlight
Walmart for toys. Ten fami-
lies were delighted to have The charity is so grateful to have
a chance to also win an ad- Bob Baney with RaceRise to not
ditional $100 gift card for bi- only be a contributor to the char-
cycles. ity, but a much-needed volun-
teer. Weekly, Bob goes to Kroger
and God’s Pantry for food pickup,
Donate Today! and delivers to those at the track
www.bgfcky.org and farms. Thank you so much,
Bob. We truly appreciate you!
Executive Director’s Notes PUTTING 2020 BEHIND US!
As I sit in my quiet office this winter morning looking out at the summer experience compared to last year;
snow-covered ground, I reflect back on the past year. Like all of n Host a summer social event for the farm community
us, we are happy to move on, get a shot, and open up. Yet, 2020 –open-air festival;
was not all bad. We made sacrifices I know, but we also looked n Increase our backpack program to accommodate middle
beyond our own issues to consider what other people may be school students;
dealing with. n Host our fall fundraiser in-person! at Limestone Hall on
Friday, October 29;
Many of those we helped were working. Many of those we helped n Host one of the BEST and biggest Festival of Christmas
did not get Covid19. We are so grateful for that! What we did parties ever!!!
see were families who had children homebound; and food inse-
curity, housing/utility and medical issues persist. We heard that FUNDRAISING:
the spouse gave up their income to stay home with the children, n Continue with grant writing and individual solicitation;
so things were very tight financially. So, the charity stepped up in n Meet major donors (fingers crossed – in person) and continually
full force to make sure healthy food, kid snacks, cleaning supplies, build relationships;
baby items, diapers, and hygiene products were available. n Host a spring online auction, zoom party, crawfish boil,
As mentioned in my Summer 2020 newsletter, food insecurity was or golf tournament!!!
the number one priority, and it continues. Thanks to initiatives BENEVOLENCE:
made with God’s Pantry and contributions/donations brought to
the BGFC pantry, farm and track employees and their families con- n Continue to be the “safety net” for the farm and track
tinue to visit so they can stay healthy. The winter months are hard employees;
on all, and with the continued virus many are pushing forward. n Bring food out to more farms;
Vaccines are becoming available in some areas, but most families n Provide, support and care for the hardworking men and
will have to wait until spring for their first dose. women in the industry!
So, what is in store for the charity? The door is slowly opening, We hope you can be a part of our 2021 goals. I end this note by
and the light is showing through so here are BGFC goals for 2021: saying thank you for all who listened to me, called to check on
things, and supported the charity.
PROGRAMS:
The Board of Directors and I thank you and hope that 2021 is
n Re-initiate the soccer tournament in June for the farm better, healthier, and prosperous for all.
–Julie
workers/managers;
n Create a tutoring program for students who are struggling
with certain subjects, or camps to provide a social, fun
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BGFC VISIT WWW.BGFCKY.ORG
TO MAKE A DONATION GO TO WWW. BGFCKY.ORG
New Board Members Welcomed! BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jesse Ullery, President
The Board of Directors has expanded its number of mem- Bryan Lyster, Secretary
bers by adding Amy McLean of Crestwood Farm; Amy Nave Thomas Thornbury, Treasurer
of WinStar Farms; and Kari West of Keeneland, Inc.
Currently, 17 Board members in various Thoroughbred-
related careers and finance are involved with the growth Emily Alberti David Smith, CPA
and stability of the charity. Thank you for coming on board
Sharon Bradley Adrian Mansergh-Wallace
and bringing your individual expertise to BGFC.
Julia Cauthen Kari West
Gemma Freeman Gibson Wilhite
Gonzalo Maluenda Samantha Will-Bacarri
Patrick Masson
Amy McLean DIRECTORS EMERITI:
Amy Nave Dennis Brawner
Thomas Riddle, DVM Stephen Hillenmeyer
Amy McLean Amy Nave Kari West STAFF
Julie Berry, Executive Director
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