The 16th annual Great Charity Challenge, sponsored by Fidelity Investments, returned to the Wellington International showgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 1. The event raised more than $2 million for dozens of Palm Beach County nonprofits. In this unique equestrian event, 35 teams of three riders competed, hoping for the best time to raise money for the organization they were riding for. The top prize went to the Arc of Palm Beach County, which secured $100,000 thanks to the winning team of Tony Stormanns, Taylor Cawley and Eloise Eisner, sponsored by Louisburg Farm and Portfolio Horses. Second place went to Friends of Palm Beach and third place was awarded to Charlie’s Fund. Riders donned costumes to match this year’s “Global Music” theme. All the participating nonprofits received at least $15,000. Several thousand spectators filled the stands to watch. A Parade of Pets opened the competition, which also featured winners raising money for local organizations. In addition, Wellington students performed musical numbers and displayed artwork at the event. SEE RELATED STORY HERE
