The Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard received an invitation to represent the state of Connecticut in the presidential inauguration on Thursday, January 20, in Washington, D.C.

The Second Company accepted the honor to attend the presidential parade and will ride with pride in its traditional cavalry uniforms, but must raise $12,000 in four weeks to fund this four-day journey (which includes budgeting for travel, accommodation and meals for guardsmen and horses).

The Second Company is reaching out to state organizations, local communities and businesses asking for help by providing tax-deductible donations to the “Inaugural Fund.” Donations will sponsor a team, trooper and horse, in the parade as well as help defer travel expenses.

Any donation would be appreciated, no matter the amount. Support the guard by sending donations payable to 2GHG to 4 Wildlife Drive, Newtown, CT 06470, c/o Sgt. Karen Farrar “Inaugural Fund.”