“The outpouring of support items and donations for Benny really gave me a whole new respect and outlook on our industry as a whole,” says Dana Avila, who helped put together this amazing event. “Paula Diuri, often known as Benny’s ‘better half’ said that they are planning to give part of the proceeds to Kelley Roberts whom we all just learned is now fighting cancer as well.”
There were over 180 items donated to the auction, including GoMag pages and Charlie Cole and Jason Martin’s Western Riding DVD set. The total amount raised was an astounding, $130,000!
“I have to say, Benny and I are speechless,” says Paula Diuri, on the outpouring of the support for Benny. “Our gratitude for the love and generosity shown by our horse family is beyond what my words can express. You have refreshed my heart and given me hope. I am rejuvenated and re-energized. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.”
