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Post by Admin on Oct 30, 2014 23:14:01 GMT -6
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buttercupkitty50
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Post by buttercupkitty50 on Nov 19, 2014 22:11:39 GMT -6
Meow,
I wonder how much money it costs to sponsor a horse.
Does anyone know?
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Post by sandee123 on Nov 20, 2014 13:36:34 GMT -6
I am a sponsor of a horse, I believe they would like at least $10.00 a month contribution, you receive a invoice every month and pay through paypal around the 25th of each month.
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buttercupkitty50
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Post by buttercupkitty50 on Nov 20, 2014 18:59:05 GMT -6
Meow,
Just $10 a month? Wow...that's affordable.
High five for giving your support, Sandee. 
Purr.
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Post by rjennie78 on Nov 21, 2014 23:25:11 GMT -6
This was posted on Facebook in one of the Monkees groups: "While it is true that for as little as $10 per month (or less) a person can join a sponsor group through Davy's Angels to help sponsor one of David's beloved fur babies, the actual cost of caring for each of his largely rescued and special needs horses is almost $450 each per month - and that only covers the basic costs such as food and shelter. Any additional costs such as Vet bills and hardware needs is over and above the general costs that the amazingly loving and generous horse sponsors provide out of love for David. Of the 15 horses, 6 are sponsored by single sponsors and 9 are group sponsored by the members of Davy's Angels." If anyone is interested in being a sponsor, they can contact someone by sending a message on the page at www.facebook.com/DavysangelsSponsors are currently needed because some of the existing sponsors have stopped paying the amount they committed and aren't responding to communications from the coordinators of Davy's Angels. I am a sponsor and it is very rewarding to feel that I am helping keep Davy's beloved horses alive, even in a small way. |
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Post by sandee123 on Nov 22, 2014 7:27:50 GMT -6
Being a sponsor is a commitment but I do know that some others I know that were/are sponsors were under the impression that this was a short time situation not a long term commitment and I have heard other comments but I won't get into that, I think many thought it was a situation to help out until the estate was settled, its wrong to make such a commitment and not let them know that you are no longer able to sponsor a horse due to whatever the reasons maybe
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buttercupkitty50
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You must have common sense, or you will be a Fool.
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Post by buttercupkitty50 on Nov 22, 2014 11:37:08 GMT -6
Meow,
Hey, rjennie78. Welcome to the Forum.
I applaud you & Sandee123 for being sponsors. I live on a strict budget, and can't support any charities. But I hope the Jones Girls can keep the herd until the last one passes over Rainbow Bridge.
Do either of you have plans to visit the Ranch?
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Post by Admin on Feb 27, 2015 19:05:06 GMT -6
** A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE JONES GIRLS **
As the anniversary of our father’s death is approaching, we take this time to reflect on the joyous memories we hold in our hearts and the everlasting impact he had in the lives of so many. When he suddenly died we were left with the heavy task of making many decisions that would honor his legacy, protect him as our father, and continue with his unwavering commitment to his herd.
Shortly after his death, with your encouragement, support and generosity, we were able to create the Davy Jones Equine Memorial Foundation (DJEMF). The foundation was created to protect his herd, which is primarily made up of rescued horses, from an uncertain future. With your support, we have been successful in keeping his herd safe and healthy, and for this we are immeasurably grateful to you.
We’ve had struggles at times, both financially and emotionally, but we are always lifted by support and opportunity. Caring for a herd of 15 is a day-to-day operation; each horse has different needs and requirements. They are not treated as a whole; they are treated individually.
Most of our herd is retired and happy to be so, but there are some that are young, healthy, and eager to have a purpose, which has always weighed heavy on our minds. Our younger horses deserve to be trained, ridden, and allowed to happily fulfill their potential.
With thought and consideration for our DJEMF supporters and our horses, we have welcomed a recent opportunity to re-home a few of our younger, healthy horses. We have created an adoption program that protects the herd members, and also allows them to live out their lives in a way that will make them happy.
We know this is the right thing to do, and that it would make our father very proud.
We currently have opportunities to re-home both Smither and JJ. These homes offer daily training, and the individual care they so much deserve as younger horses. We look forward to introducing our DJEMF family to the wonderful friends who will be adopting them—both thoughtful and dedicated horsewomen.
We are all very excited and happy for both Smither and JJ; their futures are so bright! As we move through this process, we will of course continue to keep our DJEMF family updated on any opportunities that may arise for our other adoptable horses.
As always, we are grateful for your continued support of DJEMF, and our ongoing efforts to honor our father. DJEMF truly represents our father’s legacy: His herd, his daughters, his family, and his fans. These are the things that mattered most to him.
With deepest gratitude,
The Jones Girls
Talia, Sarah, Jessica, and Annabel
Thoughts?
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Post by rj on Feb 28, 2015 17:59:01 GMT -6
That's the smart thing to do on their part. If they don't have the money to personally support all of these horses on their own, I can't find fault at all in them having to come to this decision. They really can't count on Davy's fans to support them forever. It's just plain common sense and it would be a constant worry for them. I applaud everyone who is or has been donating, but what about 3 years from now.....5 years from now? What if people start losing interest in it or their financial positions change and they can't send any money?
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Post by sandee123 on Mar 1, 2015 15:21:30 GMT -6
My thoughts exactly rj, maybe as the three anniversary approached they have had time to have it all sink it and make decisions. As I mentioned before I am a herd supporter for 2 years now for how long more I am not sure, it has its pros and cons, but most of the Monkee/Davy fandom are getting up in age, they have alot of their own financial/health issues, etc., so I do think it would be hard to rely on them always being there to help out financially.
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Post by Admin on Mar 2, 2015 17:08:13 GMT -6
I give the girls an 'A' for effort. I know there may have been some hiccups along the way but at the end of the day, honoring their Dad's love for horses is very admirable.
I think they are starting to come up with a 'plan b' should donations start to taper off, very smart on their part.
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