OUR GOAL FOR 2026:
distribute an additional $2 million in one evening.
- $2+ million to be distributed to Palm Beach County Charities -
The Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments® (GCC) is an annual equestrian relay event that unites the equestrian and Palm Beach County communities to drive meaningful change through philanthropy . Founded in 2009, the GCC at Wellington International (WI) was created with a single mission: to support and empower nonprofits serving the local community.
Now entering its 17th year, this high-energy event has become a celebrated tradition, blending world-class equestrian sport with purposeful giving. Thanks to the incredible generosity of sponsors, donors, and participants, the GCC has distributed an impressive $24 million to 370 local nonprofit organizations, directly benefiting individuals and families in need throughout the county.
Join us for the 2026 Edition
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind celebration of creativity, community, and charitable giving.
With the objective to raise and distribute an additional $2+ million in one evening, Wellington International will host Rhyme Without Reason on Saturday, January 31, 2026 — an unforgettable evening that fuses equestrian sport with imagination and impact.
This whimsical charity competition will feature over 30 costumed teams to represent local nonprofits in a themed relay where the only rules are for the jumps to stay up and that the costumes rhyme. At stake? A chance for the winners to present $100,000 to their randomly paired organization.
Thanks to the generous support of Wellington International for covering ALL costs associated with the event, 100% of the donations received are re-distributed to Palm Beach County non-profit organizations.
For additional information and ways to get involved, please contact Anne Caroline Valtin, Executive Director, at 727-678-8677 or acv@greatcharitychallenge.com
Join this Community Effort as a Non-Profit
The application process for the 2026 edition of the GCC will be open from Wednesday, October 1 through Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
For additional information about the application process and next steps, we invite you to click here.