St Louis National Charity Horse Show

Defiance, MO ยท Founded 1980

Promoting equestrian sports and charitable giving in the St. Louis area since 1980

Primary audience
Equestrian Community
Work area
Sports & Recreation
Topic
Equestrian Sports & Charity
Contact
Belle Rolfe
Website Contact

About Organization

The St. Louis National Charity Horse Show produces an annual horse show in the St. Louis, Missouri area that brings together equestrian competitors of all backgrounds. Proceeds from the show are donated to local charities, combining the advancement of equestrian sport with community philanthropy through the dedication of 37 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Equestrian Competition

Produces a nationally recognized horse show that advances equestrian sport in all its forms and maintains the show's national caliber.

Charitable Impact

Donates a designated share of show proceeds to local charities, making equestrian sport a vehicle for community benefit.

Inclusivity in Sport

Encourages full participation in equestrian sports by all persons regardless of race, sex, religious creed, color, or ancestry.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$656K

+30.3% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$602K

+13.7% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$183K

+37.4% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $655,533 $601,960 $183,244 0
2023 $503,046 $529,494 $133,325 0
2022 $584,089 $585,071 $156,119 0
2021 $653,970 $613,270 $154,636 0
2020 $561,071 $514,809 $108,222 0
2019 $653,477 $646,779 $62,784 0
2018 $662,845 $658,531 $60,558 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Plan & Organize

    A volunteer board of directors plans the annual show, coordinating logistics, judges, and competition classes.

  • 02

    Host Competitions

    Produce a multi-day horse show featuring diverse equestrian disciplines that attract participants from across the region.

  • 03

    Generate Revenue

    Raise funds through entry fees, sponsorships, and event attendance to support the show and charitable giving.

  • 04

    Donate to Charity

    Direct a designated portion of proceeds to local charities as specified in the organization's charter.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by St Louis National Charity Horse Show

Annual Horse Show

Produces a nationally recognized horse show in the St. Louis area featuring competitions across multiple equestrian disciplines.

Charitable Giving

Donates a designated portion of show proceeds to local charities, connecting equestrian sport with community benefit.

Equestrian Development

Encourages participation in equestrian sports by all persons regardless of background, promoting inclusivity in the horse show community.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind St Louis National Charity Horse Show.

BR

Belle Rolfe

Vice President
HW

Hilary Wilcox

Vice President
JR

Jody Ross Woodley

Immediate Past President
JS

John Suelthaus

Vice President
JW

Judy Werner

Sr Vice President
KM

Kit McClorey

Vice President
TS

Traci Stix

President
JE

Jean Ehlmann

Parliamentarian

Milestones

Over four decades of equestrian tradition and charitable giving

1980

Founded in Missouri

1980

Established to produce a national-caliber horse show in the St. Louis area with charitable proceeds.

2018

Record Revenue Year

2018

Generated $663,000 in revenue, the highest in the organization's history.

2024

Strong Return

2024

Revenue rebounded to $656,000 with 37 volunteers continuing the tradition of equestrian sport and charity.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AT
Amanda Thomas Director
AV
Angel Venegoni Corresponding Secretary
AH
Angie Hott Director
AP
Angie Pionke Director
AH
Ann Horton Director
AM
Audrey May Recording Secretary
CB
Christy Barnes Director
DB
Dan Busse Director
DE
Debbie Erickson Treasurer
DN
Deborah Nathanson Director
DD
Deidre Donnelly Director
EH
Elizabeth Hazzard Director
JS
Jack Swanson Director
JF
Joan Friesen Director
KT
Kate Totterdale Director
KP
Katherine Pollnow Director
LM
Laurie Mattison Director
LG
Lesley Goodman Director
LM
Lisa Mills Director
LK
Lynne Kloster Director
MG
Marcia Gay Director
PB
Patti Boland Director
TK
Tyler Kennedy Director

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Contact

Get in touch with St Louis National Charity Horse Show

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(314) 420-3871 (636) 561-8080

Social

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1 Chabanel Dr Defiance, MO 63341