by Lawson Brouse

Salem, NH — Community spirit abounds at Rockingham Park in Salem, N.H. Jamie Morgan, with some coaching from trainer/driver Greg White, is working hard to coordinate the fifth annual Raffle and Fundraiser. This year’s event is July 22. Proceeds support the Racetrack Ministry.

Equinauts (horsemen and horsewomen) work together with Chaplain Lee Alphen, Peter and Kitty Reynolds, Hubert and Ester Barker and other Racetrack Ministry volunteers to create a sense of family and support for everyone racing at Rockingham Park.

Horsemen David Ingraham, Greg White and Ronnie Stratton join with veterinarians Dr. Albert Anderson and Dr. Matt Levesque, Dodge Grain Co., Big D’s, Pennsbury, Protecto, Lawson Browse and CC Williams to supply raffle items, including a harness, hopples and hangers, harness bags, bandages, monogrammed jackets, photography, gift certificates and much more.

Drivers, owners and trainers are signing up to donate a percentage of their purses on the day of their choice. New England Harness Horsemen’s Association and Rockingham Venture always make donations to this important fundraiser as well.

Of course, blankets will be presented in the winner’s circle thanks to the Christian Harness Horsemen’s Association, Horsemen’s Tack and New England Harness Horsemen’s Association.

The ministry encourages the participation of the local churches and other community organizations. These Christian groups serve a free supper every Tuesday night in the chapel, stock the ministry food pantry and donate beds, air conditioners, microwave ovens and many other items to make racing at Rockingham Park a pleasant experience for all.

The ministry provides a host of other services, including spiritual support, as well. Sunday nights after the races Chaplain Lee leads a popular non-denominational service followed by a fellowship meal.

For more information or to make a donation contact Chaplain Lee Alphen at (603) 401-7271 or leealphen@verizon.net.