Home Builder Pledges Up to One Million to Local Therapy Program

Tradition Homes announced on December 12, 2025 a long term charitable commitment to ManeGait, pledging up to one million dollars to support the nonprofit Beacon Project. Under the plan, the builder will donate two thousand dollars for every home sold beginning in 2026 and continuing for three years, with funds directed to ManeGait programs that serve children and adults with disabilities through equine assisted therapeutic services. The gift is intended to expand ManeGait capacity and program offerings in northwestern McKinney and the surrounding area.

The size and duration of the commitment make it notable for Collin County, where private philanthropy often complements public investments in health and social services. For ManeGait, an increase in predictable revenue could allow the nonprofit to add program slots, invest in facility upgrades, and coordinate more closely with local partners such as school districts, therapists, and county service providers. For families of people with disabilities, expanded equine assisted therapy may shorten wait lists and increase options for age appropriate programs in the northwestern McKinney area.

The structure of the pledge matters for policymakers and civic leaders. Because donations are tied to home sales, the amount delivered to ManeGait will vary with the housing market, creating both opportunities and uncertainty for program planning. Local elected officials and nonprofit leaders will need to plan for revenue volatility and ensure that new capacity is sustainable if market conditions change. The commitment may also reduce immediate pressure on county budgets or on future bond measures for disability related services, which could reshape public funding debates in upcoming budget cycles and elections.

Transparency and accountability will be central to maintaining public trust. ManeGait and Tradition Homes have a shared interest in reporting how funds are spent, the number of additional clients served, and measurable outcomes. Collin County residents will also be watching how this private investment complements existing services, and whether it prompts broader collaboration among local governments, school systems, and health providers.

The pledge illustrates a growing role for corporate philanthropy in shaping local service landscapes. As funds begin to flow in 2026, community stakeholders will be able to assess the concrete impact on therapeutic capacity, and to consider whether similar public private partnerships should play a larger role in meeting the needs of residents with disabilities.