Join us for polo with a purpose. This fundraising event will help us rescue Gabby & Gracie from being sent to auction and an unknown fate thereafter. These two miniature horses are 12 years old and have lived together their entire lives. In order to bring them to West Place, we must cover the "auction intercept" fees, medical expenses, and transportation costs. 100% of your ticket purchase and/or donation can help us bring them to our sanctuary where they will live in peace and tranquility.

The Newport International Polo Series is hosting the 5th annual All Charity Day on Sunday, August 1, 2021.  Gates open at 3pm, and the match begins at 5pm and will last approximately 2 hours. Your ticket also includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres in the West Place chalet. Dress is "Newport Casual Chic" and don't forget to bring a chair or a blanket and your favorite summer cocktail to complete your outing. 

All proceeds from your ticket purchase will benefit West Place Animal Sanctuary, a 501(c)(3) organization. Digital tickets will be emailed prior to August 1. All ticket sales are final and there are no refunds/exchanges. In the event of a weather cancellation, the match will not be rescheduled.

If the Newport International Polo Series match on Saturday, July 31 is cancelled due to weather related field conditions, it will be rescheduled for Sunday, August 1, and all its existing Saturday reservations will be transferred to the rain date. The numbered tailgate parking spaces will no longer be available for All Charity Day, due to the fulfillment of existing reservations.

All Charity Day participants will be relocated to the Open Lawn Seating area along the west perimeter of the field, including the Grandstand bleachers. Newport Polo can pre-designate new locations for each organization to hold its event as scheduled.

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West Place Animal Sanctuary is not an animal rights organization. We are an animal welfare organization focused on rescuing farm animals from cases of abuse, neglect, and cruelty. Polo horses are generally very well cared for and their performance on the pitch is relatively low-impact (no jumping or over-bending). The risk of injury is minimal due to tendon boots and other preventative measures. The Humane Society of the United States has no records of cruelty or abuse of polo horses. As a small nonprofit experiencing growing demand for our services, West Place is grateful for the opportunity to raise much-needed funds and connect with our neighbors on Aquidneck Island.