Our Mission, Vision & Impact
Preserving Open Spaces. Advancing Equestrian Sport. Great Meadow Foundation’s mission is to preserve open space for public benefit and foster a vibrant hub for equestrian sport, outdoor recreation, cultural tradition and community celebration. We envision Great Meadow as a living legacy: A future where protected open spaces and world-class equestrian events enrich lives, connect communities, and sustain the cultural and environmental heritage of Virginia’s Piedmont. What We Do: Pillars of Impact At Great Meadow Foundation, we protect open space, cultivate the region’s rich equestrian heritage, and bring people together. In 2025, our 40th anniversary year, we have been honoring our founding mission and continue to look boldly toward the future. Together with our generous supporters, we’re building a tangible, lasting impact across four strategic pillars:
Equestrian Heritage & Sport
Preservation
Community
Education
PILLAR 1: PRESERVATION
Since its transformation from an overgrown “crayfish field” by founder Arthur W. “Nick” Arundel, Great Meadow has been a living symbol of conservation. In 2025, we maintained the integrity of over 374 acres of open space while hosting 100 unique events— demonstrating how environmental stewardship and public use can mutually thrive. Members, sponsors and partners help us maintain this vital green space as a sanctuary for wildlife, recreation, and future generations. Great Meadow plans to pursue a Dark Sky certification to further advance our goal of preserving the natural beauty of the land and the night sky for both ecological and recreational purposes. 3
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