About Us

Saddle Up for St. Jude – Central Illinois was formed twenty-six years ago to raise money to help the children of St. Jude and their families. Saddle Up still exists to support the mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding Cures. Saving Lives.

Every member of our Saddle Up planning committee participates on a volunteer basis. Without their selfless efforts, the Saddle Up for St. Jude event would not exist.

Since the formation of the Saddle Up for St. Jude–Central Illinois group, our community has joined us to raise over $490,00 for the children of St. Jude and their families.

“Saddle Up® for St. Jude is a fun, family-oriented fundraising event based around horseback riding that supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.®”