Good news from Flying Horse FarmsRED BARN REPORT

2011WINTER

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Our first full season surpassed even our wildest expectations. And we have each of you to thank.

children’s hospitals from Ohio and Pittsburgh provided medical care

Mustachio Bashio made history

campers were served

talent shows and

standing ovations were celebrated

volunteers worked as cabin counselors and

activity counselors

fish were kissed (or caught)

family camp weekends,

sibling camp,

residential camps

Daejor Slappy is a

fun and spontaneous 12-year-old from Pittsburgh. During his week at camp this August, people knew him by his nickname “Sponge,” and his mean piano chops.

One trait not so unique to Sponge that week was his sickle cell disease, an illness characterized by bouts of pain known as “crises.” A pain crisis can occur more frequently when Sponge’s body temperature suddenly drops or when he gets dehydrated. Many of Sponge’s fellow campers were in the same boat. Throughout the week, campers with sickle cell disease needed to drink plenty of water and keep warm—both things Sponge hadn’t been good about doing before hopping on the bus to Ohio.

After his week at camp, something changed. His mom, Shawntelle, said he returned home more independent and with a new drive to take care of himself. Spending time with other kids had shown Sponge that his illness could be more manageable. “He’s been much better about drinking his recommended 8 to 10 glasses of water a day,” Shawntelle says. “He also wears his jacket more in the cold.”

Since August, Sponge has experienced only one small pain crisis, his mom says—an amazing improvement.

As for his piano skills, well, he picked those up at camp too. In fact, his first time ever tickling the ivories was on the piano in the Flying Horse Farms dining hall. He caught on so fast that he even signed up to perform at the camp talent show. Thunderous applause followed his performance.

Back in Pittsburgh, Sponge still jams out—in his school cafeteria and at his church. He can’t get enough of the piano, says his mom.

For these reasons and lots more, camp has a special place in Sponge’s heart—and his family’s, too. It gave Daejor a new way to express himself through music, and a renewed motivation to take care of himself. He can’t wait to return next summer.

Until then, the piano will be right here in the dining hall, waiting.

After his week at camp, something changed. He returned home more independent and with a new drive to take care of himself.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Rhonda Fraas Chair

John Lewis Chair Elect

C. David Paragas, Esq. Past Chair

Jenni Belford Secretary and Founder

Charles E. Zebula Treasurer

David Belford Founder

Gerard Boyle, MDYvette McGee Brown, JusticeSean P. Byrne, Esq.Charles D. FowlerJole HarmonMelissa KassWilliam KreegerStephanie LeaderJohn Letterio, MDBill McDonoughJocelyn Prewitt-Stanley, Esq.Molly RubenKathleen StarkoffBrian StevensonCarole WatkinsBob White, Sr.

When Sunnie and Peter Hellman first heard about Flying Horse Farms, it struck a chord. Their son Garrett had lost his battle with kidney disease in 2002, at 18 years old— an age at which many young people are just on the brink of beginning an exciting part of their life’s journey.

“We were at a ‘friend-raiser’ learning about the camp in 2010, meeting parents of campers with

serious illnesses,” says Sunnie. “We just got this warm, wonderful feeling from everyone.”

Soon after, the Hellmans decided to make a gift—a major gift. They pledged $100,000 to co-sponsor a cabin to be built on Flying Horse Farms’ 200-acre property and to make a Kidney Camp possible. The Baxter Corporation, where Peter serves on the board of directors, committed an additional $120,000 to the cause.

“We imagined how much Garrett would have enjoyed this kind of full camping experience,” says Peter. “He would have loved the pool.”

During an October weekend in 2011, Peter and Sunnie’s generosity took flight, as Flying Horse Farms held its first Kidney Camp weekend. The Hellmans signed up to volunteer in the kitchen and at Angie’s Arts and Crafts, where they were amazed by the spirit of the place.

“The counselors brought so much joy and enthusiasm and spirit,” Sunnie says. “They never let a moment slip by.”

Camp is now an integral part of the Hellman family, and their goal is to ensure more families with children with kidney disease get the chance to experience camp’s magic.

“This camp is unique and world-class,” Peter says. “It’s a great place to make an investment.”

Beyond providing monetary donations, the Hellmans hope people will do two things: visit Flying Horse Farms to experience it firsthand, and then shout from the rooftops about how it’s changing children’s lives.

“We imagined how much Garrett would have enjoyed this kind of full camping experience.”

BENEATH THE STARSHosted by the Magic Makers GuildSeptember 9, 2011The Venue at Smith Brothers, ColumbusPresented by: LimitedBrands

SOLD OUT: 500 attendees

RAISED: $229,000

FLYING HORSE RIDEPresented by Time Warner CableOctober 8-10, 2011Ride from AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio to Gettysburg, PA.

PARTICIPANTS: 95

RAISED: $25,000

CAMPFIRE 2011: Campfire at the CastlePresented by Fairmount MineralsSeptember 24, 2011 Residence of Scott A. Wolstein, Hunting Valley

SOLD OUT: 800 attendees

RAISED: $575,000

MAKE FLYING HORSE FARMS PART OF YOUR END OF YEAR GIVING

Looking for a meaningful way to give back before year’s end? Consider making a gift to Flying Horse Farms before December 31 and receive the tax benefit for this calendar year.

A busy fall of celebrating and fundraising means

more campers will make it to Flying Horse Farms next summer. Thank you to our hosts, our sponsors, and

our many volunteers.

PROVIDE A GIFT OF STOCK

Gifts of stock have the potential of offering you tax advantages and are an efficient way to donate to Flying Horse Farms. If your financial services provider holds securities, including mutual funds, in your account, you can have them electronically transferred to Flying Horse Farms. Your gift is complete on the date the stock is transferred. The value of the gift is

calculated as the mean value of the stock on the day it is transferred and is tax deductible to you in the year that it is donated. Please consult with your tax advisor or accountant concerning any tax questions you may have regarding this type of donation. To donate stock, please contact Stephanie Mohr at 614.505.6161.

CAMPER: Are we having pasta again tonight?

COUNSELOR: No, we’re having lasagna.

CAMPER: Cool, I love lasagna!

COUNSELOR: Would you like pasta and marinara sauce?

CAMPER: Gross.

COUNSELOR: How about noodles with red sauce?

CAMPER: Love it!

COUNSELOR: Ready for Salisbury steak for dinner?

CAMPER: Oh, no—I’m allergic to Salisbury.

WHEN IT COMES TO IN-KIND DONATIONS, WE’RE ESPECIALLY GRATEFUL FOR THE “KIND” PART.Hundreds of companies have provided in-kind donations to Flying Horse Farms in 2011. This year, we’re incredibly thankful for these two donors who helped us keep our 200 acres beautiful, safe, and camper-friendly.

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PROVIDED A PICKUP TRUCK FOR CAMP

PROVIDED A ZERO TURN MOWER

IF YOU GIVE A KID A SALISBURY STEAK, HE’S GOING TO SAY SOMETHING SILLY.Some of our best moments with our campers happen at meal time. These are some of their most classic quotes.

COUNSELOR: Would you like a Danish?

CAMPER: No I don’t like Danish.

COUNSELOR: How about a donut with red jelly?

CAMPER: Sure, I’ll take one of those.

COUNSELOR: It’s a stir-fry.

CAMPER: I’ll pass.

COUNSELOR: How about chicken cooked with vegetables?

CAMPER: Yes, please.

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Dare one of our campers to tell you a joke, and you just never know what might come next. Here are a few of our favorite funnies from our first camp season.

WHAT DO YOU CALL A SOMBRERO WITH A HOLE IN THE TOP?A SKIRT!

WHY DIDN’T THE SKELETON CROSS THE ROAD?BECAUSE IT DIDN’T HAVE ANY GUTS!

WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO MUMMIES LIKE?WRAP!

WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU CROSS A PARROT AND A CENTIPEDE?A WALKIE-TALKIE!

WHY DID THE CHICKEN CROSS THE PLAYGROUND?TO GET TO THE OTHER SLIDE!

Where camp is good medicine.

Flying Horse Farms3 Easton Oval, Suite 330Columbus, OH 43219