Dear Jill,

As we step into the heart of February, a month renowned for celebrating love and togetherness, we are thrilled to extend our warmest greetings to each and every one of you through our latest newsletter. This edition is brimming with stories of compassion, dedication, and the unwavering spirit of our community.

We kick off with an exciting reveal of our Southern Reins' King of Hearts winner - a celebration that embodies the joy and camaraderie that runs deep in our organization. Your generous contributions have not only filled our barn with love and Valentines, but have also significantly bolstered our Guardian Angel Horse Fund. This fund is crucial for providing our beloved herd with the medical care, diagnostic services, and nutritional support they so deserve. From the bottom of our heart, thank you for your kindness and generosity.

Looking ahead, we are excited to announce that registration for our 2024 Spring Session is now open! With spots filling quickly, we encourage both new and returning participants to secure their place in what promises to be an enriching 9-week journey of growth, learning, and fun. Deadline to register is March 4.

This edition also introduces a wonderful new addition to our family, Kasey Brewer, joining our barn staff. Kasey brings a lifetime of passion for equestrian sport and a commitment to fostering the next generation of riders. We are thrilled to welcome her aboard.

Lastly, we invite you to mark your calendars for the 9th Annual Jockeys & Juleps Derby Party. This event not only celebrates the tradition of the Kentucky Derby but also the community spirit and mission of Southern Reins. It is an occasion not to be missed, promising big hats, bourbon, bluegrass, and a heartwarming gathering of friends old and new.

In closing, we want to express our deepest appreciation for our volunteers, whose dedication and hard work are the backbone of Southern Reins. Your contributions illuminate our path and make our mission possible.

Thank you for your continued support and for being a vital part of our Southern Reins family. Here’s to creating more unforgettable memories together!

Click on the video above to find out who our Southern Reins' King of Hearts winner is!

Because of your incredibly generous donations, our barn has been filled with lots of love this Valentine's season and we are so grateful for everyone who participated in spreading joy and sending hearts. All proceeds have benefited our Guardian Angel Horse Fund to cover excess medical costs, diagnostic care, medication, and the best nutritional support for our herd - and we are oh, so thankful. ❤️

If you would still like to donate to our Guardian Angel Horse Fund, visit the link below. Our herd and farm family are always appreciative of the support!

Southern Reins' 2024 Spring Session registration is now open!

Spots are filling up fast for our 9-week Spring Session beginning on March 25 and ending on June 1. The deadline to register is March 4, and all current and new participants are required to complete the online Spring Registration Form. Program scholarships are also available!

For registration questions or more information, please contact Meredith Massa at meredith.massa@southernreins.org.

We look forward to seeing you at the farm this spring!

Please join us in welcoming Southern Reins' newest Barn Staff member, Kasey Brewer!

Kasey is a lifelong Memphis resident and will be graduating from Tennessee Online Public School in May of 2024. Her passion for equestrian sport began when she was 5 years old. She is an avid equestrian dedicated to nurturing the next generation of riders as a children’s riding instructor and camp counselor at several local horse stables.

She is the proud owner of Gideon, a beautiful red roan Appaloosa gelding, who she competes with in hunter/jumper shows throughout the Mid-South. 

Outside of her busy barn life, Kasey showcases her artistic side as a talented bass player and singer with the School of Rock in Memphis. She aspires to further her equestrian career as a professional horse trainer and riding instructor.

Join us for the Party of the Year as we celebrate the 150th Kentucky Derby and the heart of Southern Reins!

Saturday, May 4, 2024

3:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.

916 Billy Bryant Road, Collierville, Tennessee

The 9th Annual Jockeys & Juleps Derby Party brings together more than 1,000

Mid-South guests for BIG HATS, BOURBON, BLUEGRASS, an incredible silent and live auction, and a live broadcast of the 150th Kentucky Derby.

Auction donors receive valuable benefits!

• Align with an Impactful Cause: In-kind auction donor support directly improves the lives of individuals living with disabilities and hardships through the equine-assisted programs we provide.
• Transformative Programs: Funds raised from our Silent and Live Auctions fuel life-changing initiatives that benefit every participant in our program.
• Premier Visibility: Elevates your brand with influential community leaders.
• Social Responsibility: Showcases your commitment to making a lasting, positive impact.

Interested auction donors, please email Jill Haag at Jill.Haag@southernreins.org.

Southern Reins in the News!

Therapy horse Jazz joined our Executive Director, Jill Haag, for an interview by students from Collierville High School who visited the farm to tape a segment for their weekly student broadcast that shares information about local programs and upcoming events.

Volunteer Appreciation Week!

This month, Southern Reins celebrated the heartbeat of our organization - our AMAZING VOLUNTEERS - whose time, passion, and dedication light up our mission.

THANK YOU for being the driving force behind the positive change we create together.

CHS Transition Academy and Memphis TigerLIFE are back!

Our amazing friends at Memphis TigerLIFE and Collierville High School Transition Academy began their Spring internship this month. Twice a week, with the help and guidance from our amazing volunteer, Donna, these dedicated groups work at the farm to learn job skills that help them succeed in obtaining and maintaining employment, while also learning the importance of leadership and teamwork!

Thank you from all of us at Southern Reins and a big THUMBS UP for joining forces to support our mission!