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The Devon Horse Show Just Got  

a Little Greener

GreenDrop Announces Sponsorship of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair

Devon, PA - March 31, 2015 - GreenDrop, the organization that is revolutionizing the way consumers support their favorite charities, announced today that it is sponsoring the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed equestrian competition in the U.S.    


Founded in 1896, the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair features a world-class field and annually ranks among the most prominent internationally, The 10-day show, which will be held from May 21 through May 31, 2015, attracts an average of 100,000 spectators each year. Spectators will enjoy the show's 10 equestrian disciplines, as well as the show's Country Fair, a widely celebrated attraction for families in the greater Philadelphia region. GreenDrop is proud to be this year's Wednesday Night Open Jumper Class Sponsor.

 

Photo by Brenda Carpenter

GreenDrop collects lightly worn clothing, used electronics, and household goods at more than 20 conveniently located, free-standing locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Donors simply pull their car up to a GreenDrop charitable donation center, where a uniformed attendant handles removing and processing their donation for them. Donors may direct their giving to any of GreenDrop's partner charities: Military Order of the Purple Heart, the National Federation of the Blind, or the Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Philadelphia.


The donations are converted to cash so each of the benefitting charities can efficiently further their programs and related initiatives. In the past two years, GreenDrop's efforts raised approximately $5 million for its participating charities.  

   

In commenting on the sponsorship, GreenDrop's CEO, Chris Stinnett, said, "The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is a cultural and historical landmark for the Main Line, Philadelphia, and surrounding areas. We are honored to be a part of its heritage, and look forward to our first experience at this prestigious event."   

 

Photo by Brenda Carpenter

 

During the show, GreenDrop will be accepting donations for its partner charities. Visitors are invited to enjoy a complimentary lemon stick from GreenDrop, upon making a donation at the entrance to the show. For more information on acceptable items for donation, please visit https://www.gogreendrop.com/acceptable-items/.

 

Proceeds from the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair benefit Bryn Mawr Hospital.

 

About GreenDrop    

GreenDrop is transforming the way consumers support their favorite charities by donating lightly worn clothing, used electronics and household goods at conveniently-located, free-standing locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

 

By recycling former gasoline stations and standalone store fronts, GreenDrop offers consumers clean, brightly lit, and safe drive-up locations where they are greeted at their car by uniformed GreenDrop attendants, who unload donations, provide tax-deductible receipts and allow consumers to direct their giving to either the Purple Heart or the National Federation of the Blind. In 2013, these charities received $2.5 million through donations to GreenDrop facilities, which are sorted and then resold at area thrift stores, sent overseas or recycled for their fibers and parts.

 

For more information about GreenDrop, visit our web site at www.GoGreenDrop.com or our blog at www.gogreendrop.com/blog/.

 

GreenDrop Company Contact:

Tony Peressini                                                                                                                          

Chief Administrative Officer

215-638-9254 

Tony@gogreendrop.com          

GreenDrop Media Contact:

Katie Kennedy

Vice President

610-228-2128  

KatieK@GregoryFCA.com  

                                                                                                    

About The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair

Steeped in rich heritage dating back to 1896, the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair continues its glorious tradition as the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. With the grandeur of Philadelphia's prestigious Main Line setting the stage, the event features a world-class field that annually ranks among the most prominent internationally. The dates for this year's are event are May 21 to May 31. For tickets, please visit www.devonhorseshow.org.

 

The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is a nonprofit institution that has donated approximately $47 million (in current dollars) since 1919 for the good works of its charitable beneficiary, the Bryn Mawr Hospital.

 

  

Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Fast Facts

What:

The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is the longest running and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. With the grandeur of Philadelphia's prestigious Main Line setting the stage, the event features a world-class field that annually ranks among the most prominent internationally. The event also includes the Country Fair that office world class shopping, rides and games for kids, multiple dining options and special entertainment events.  

 

When:

May 21 - May 31, 2015

 

Where:

Devon Horse Show Grounds

Devon, PA

 

Prize List and Exhibitor Information:

http://www.devonhorseshow.net/exhibitors/exhibitors-info/  

 

Stabling:

Approximately 900 permanent stalls Many barns renovated within the last 5 years
Restroom facilities with showers


Parking:

Limited parking is available for spectators at the Main Lot on Dorset Road across from the Main Entrance.   

 

Directions:

From Philadelphia International Airport

Follow signs to I-95 South and follow I-95 South approximately 5 miles. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.

 
From the Northeast

Follow I-95 South. Look for I-476 approximately 5 miles South of the Philadelphia International Airport. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.

 

From the South

Follow I-95 North toward Philadelphia. Once you've crossed into Delaware, keep right and take I-495 North via exit 5D toward Port of Wilmington / Philadelphia. Follow for I-495 North and remerge onto I-95 North (Crossing into Pennsylvania). Follow I-95 North to I-476 North. Take I-476 N via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.

 

From the East

Follow the Schuylkill Expressway / I-76 West to I-476 South. Merge onto I-476 South via exit 331A on the left toward Chester. Follow I-476 South for approximately 2 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.

 

From the West

Follow the Pennsylvania Turnpike / I-76 E toward Philadelphia. Take exit 326 toward Valley Forge. Stay in right lane after the tolls. Merge onto US-202 South via exit 328A toward West Chester. Follow US-202 South for approximately 2 miles. Take the PA-252 North exit toward Devon. Make a left onto Valley Forge Road / PA-252. Continue to follow Valley Forge Road for approximately .5 miles and make a slight right turn onto Devon State Road. Follow Devon State road for approximately 1 mile until you reach a dead end. Make a left onto Old Lancaster Road and then an immediate right onto Waterloo Road. Turn left on to Lancaster Avenue / US-30 East and the Devon Horse Show will be on your right within .2 miles.

 

Mail:

Devon Horse Show Office    

PO Box 865,

Devon, PA 19333

 

Devon Horse Show Office

(GPS and UPS & FedEx Deliveries, not for US Postal Service)    

23 Dorset Road,

Devon, PA 19333

 

Devon Horse Show Entries  

PO Box 158,

Devon, PA 19333

 

Devon Country Fair Office    

PO Box 925,

Southeastern, PA 19399

 

Box Seating & Ticket Office  

PO Box 742,

Devon, PA 19333

 

Information:

Advertising - (610) 964-0550 x 222

Box Holders - (610) 688-2554

Devon Country Fair - (610) 525-2533

Devon Fall Classic - (610) 964-0550

Entries - (610) 964-2723

Fax - (610) 964-1608

Feed Orders - (610) 964-8407

Facility Rental - (610) 964-0550

Horse Show Office - (610) 964-0550

 

Information Booth:

Lost & Found- (610) 688-1312 (during show only)

Sponsorship - (610) 964-0550 x 211

Stable Office- (610) 688-2665

Tickets and Tables - (610) 688-2554

 

Vendors:

Horse Show - (610) 964-0550 x 222

Country Fair - (610) 525-2533

 

Website:  http://www.devonhorseshow.org

 

Charity Partner:

To date, volunteers have raised over $14,000,000 for Bryn Mawr Hospital   

 

Sponsorship Opportunities: 
Chris Wightman

cwightman@devonhorseshow.org 

 

Ring dimensions and footing:  

Dixon Oval: 325' x 150'

Gold Ring: 300' x 130' 

The Dixon Oval, Gold Ring, and the Schooling Area all have state of the art all weather footing by Equestrian Services International. 

 

Official Hotels:

Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia Devon

For Reservations, Please Call or Click Here

 

762 West Lancaster Pike (Rt. 30)

Wayne, PA 19087

610-687-6633

800-321-2211

 

Extended Stay Hotels

For Reservations, Please Call Or Click Here

Philadelphia - Malvern

8 East Swedesford Rd.

Malvern , PA 19355

610-695-9200

 

Management:

David Distler

Peter Doubleday

 

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