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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wellington, FL – Sept. 12, 2025
The Kevin Babington Foundation (KBF) today shares a mid-year snapshot of impact—both in the ring and across the equestrian community—as riders, owners, sponsors, and volunteers continue to rally around KBF’s mission of rider safety, rehabilitation, and education. This update celebrates what your support has made possible and offers clear ways to get involved.
This year’s highlights
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Benefit classes that resonated. From emotional showcase moments to last-to-go thrillers, KBF-supported classes—headlined by the Babington Benefit Classic presented by Rood & Riddle—brought riders, owners, sponsors, and fans together around a shared purpose.
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Hands-on support for athletes. KBF coordinated rehabilitation resources, facilitated direct assistance where appropriate, and helped athletes navigate critical steps on the road to recovery.
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Safety first, every day. The Foundation championed education and equipment awareness, engaging riders, trainers, and show organizers in practical conversations that translate to safer barns and better outcomes in the ring.
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Community, connected. Through partnerships with shows, sponsors, and volunteers, KBF amplified a culture of care—turning individual acts of generosity into tangible progress for riders.
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Seaver partnership announced. Seaver was welcomed as the Official Safety Vest of the Kevin Babington Foundation, elevating awareness around protective equipment and reinforcing our commitment to rider safety.
“What stands out this year is the way our community shows up—quietly, consistently, and with real purpose,” said Jeff Papows, KBF Chairman. “The moments we celebrate in the ring matter, but so do the steps in between: a rehab milestone, a safety upgrade, a grant that arrives when it’s needed most. If you feel compelled to be part of that, your support goes directly to riders and to the practical work that keeps them moving forward.”
KBF extends heartfelt thanks to the riders, owners, sponsors, organizers, and volunteers who make this work possible—and to everyone whose encouragement turns compassion into action.
There are many ways to support the Kevin Babington Foundation—from making a donation to exploring our growing lineup of KBF merch. Every purchase and every gift fuels our mission. We’re proud that 96 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to supporting our athletes.
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