Events
September 9, 2023
September 10, 2023
HRS Ranch, Crete, IL
Enjoy a family fun filled day at the Rodeo, with some great food, let the kids explore the rodeo grounds, take tons of social media worth pictures, hands on kids zone, interact with animals in the petting zoo, ride the Mechanical Bull, & don't forget to stop by and check out all the vendors.
INTRODUCTION
Rodeo For Lives was Constructed by Robert Hughes. He was born on the Westside of Chicago (Gale-wood Park Area), and graduate of Chicago Public Schools. Robert made his Name as a Four Year Starter at Running Back for the University of Notre Dame. After college, Robert played 6 Years in the National Football League, as a Running Back for The Arizona Cardinals, Indianapolis Colts, and his Hometown Team Chicago Bears.
Robert who was cultivated in the Sport of Rodeo, "His first Love." Wanted to share the same opportunities he had in his youth.
Robert credited a lot of his success, on and off the field, to his years of competing in Rodeo.
ABOUT US
Rodeo For Lives is a Nonprofit Organization, with a mission to introduce children and young adults, from diverse backgrounds to the World of Rodeo and Equine Therapy. Established in 2019, our motto "Transforming Lives One Rodeo at a Time," drives us to make a positive impact.
Over the years, we have transformed vacant lots into Rodeo Arenas. During each event, we partnered with different organizations in the Greater Chicagoland area and Chicago Public Schools, providing them their firstRodeo experience.
Rodeo can be a sport like many others offered to Chicago's Youth.
Robert Hughes
"'My greatest memories were, when I was young, and preparing to compete in our local rodeo. From the countless hours of training, and bonding with my horse, developing a work ethic.
To the joy I felt hearing the Arena cheer, set a fire in me that stuck with me throughout my life."
WHAT WE DO
Offer scheduled riding lessons for children and young adults, provide them with the skills and knowledge required to ride horses or participate in Rodeo.
Education on grooming and handling horses, Event-specific coaching, including Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, and Bull Riding.
Provide those with special needs/ disabilities, Mental/Emotional Health, Autism, Specific learning Disabilities, ADHD, etc with a place to thrive by interacting with Horses.
Host an annual Rodeo which features professional Cowboys and Cowgirls from around the Country.
This year we've partnered with Latting Rodeo Productions, and the International Professional Rodeo Association, to Host our Annual Rodeo on September 9 & 10, 2023.
The Rodeo will also feature kids from program showcasing their newly acquired skill set by, competing in their first Rodeo!
Before show begins Kids will interact with Cowboys & Cowgirls, a Rodeo Producer, and a large animal Veterinarian for a Q & A session.
OUR MISSION
Our Mission is to continue growing, and construct a new indoor arena, to host year-round lessons. This indoor facility will facilitate Rodeo training and include a classroom for agricultural education, teaching topics such as crop cultivation and farm machinery operation.
Additionally, we aim to offer Certified Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy and Equine Facilitated Learning programs, to promote life skills development for individuals with special needs or disabilities, such as Mental/Emotional Health, Autism, Specific Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and more.
WHY CHOOSE US
"Only the 1% of athletes, gets a shot at the NFL/NBA, Rodeo isn't even a sport our youth is thinking about and I believe if they did we see a lot more of our underprivileged youth thrive."
YOUR DONATION
To make all these endeavors possible, we rely on charitable donations. Your contribution can support the care and health of our horses, purchase necessary riding equipment like helmets, saddles, and other gear, provide specific rodeo event equipment such as roping gear, and cover the production costs for our upcoming Annual Rodeo event scheduled for September 9 & 10, 2023. Moreover, your support will also help fund the construction of the new indoor arena, tentatively starting in Spring 2024.
Your generosity will play a crucial role in empowering young individuals from all walks of life, giving them the opportunity to experience the transformative power of Rodeo and Equine Therapy. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of these children and young adults!
