Diamonds & Denim

Will sparkle at the Franklin/Benton County Fairgrounds this March 8th 2025.  This year we’re entertaining a feel of casual yet classy.  Dress down or dress it up and come join us for a night of fun and fundraising for Strides. This is the most important fundraiser for us, supporting our needs throughout the entire year. 300 seats are available, let’s fill it up and make it a big success for Strides and the community we serve.

Mix and mingle with our neighbors, community members, business leaders and philanthropists.  Enjoy good food, music, drinks, networking and dancing while helping to raise money for Strides Therapeutic Horsemanship Center.

Strides is dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve through the unique bond between humans and horses. Our programs foster growth, confidence, and independence, creating lasting impacts on the lives of our participants. With your support, we can continue to expand our services and reach more individuals in need.

Enjoy the Evening

• Dinner & Refreshments: Enjoy food and drinks while mingling with fellow supporters.
• Entertainment: Music and special presentations that showcase the impact of your generosity.
• Raffle: Don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets for a chance to win amazing prizes!
• Desert Dash: Specialty cakes and baked goodies from sponsors all over the Tri-Cities area are expected to bring a competitively fun dash.Collaborate with the people at your table to grab your favorite cake for desert.
• Wine Grab: Select a random mystery bottle of wine off the shelf for a single set price.  Uncork it at your table or take it home with you.  Bottles are donated from wineries all over and will average in value from $10.00 on up too ???? Who knows! 
• Live & Silent Auctions: Start the bidding and help Strides raise enough funds to support our programs, old and new, while helping out disabled people in our community with equine assisted therapy services.

Ways to Participate

Sponsorships: Help support our cause by sponsoring us!  Packages and perks range in order of donation/sponsorship.  Click the sponsorship link above to learn more.

Silent Auction: Browse an incredible array of items and experiences up for bid throughout the evening. Simply write your bid on the sheet next to your favorite items. Don’t forget to check back often to ensure you don’t miss out!

Live Auction: Join us for an exciting live auction featuring exclusive packages and experiences. Our engaging auctioneer will guide you through each item, and you won’t want to miss the chance to bid on some truly spectacular offerings!

Thank You for Your Support

Your participation tonight directly contributes to the well-being of our riders and the ongoing success of our programs. Together, we can make a difference, one stride at a time.

Let’s make this an unforgettable evening filled with compassion, community, and hope!