TENNESSEE SPECIALTY HORSE COUNTRY LICENSE PLATE

CELEBRATE HORSES  —  AND SHANGRI-LA  —  Wherever you go

As we enter Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding's 40th year, we are excited to announce STAR has the opportunity to have its own specialty Tennessee license plate. This Horse Country plate will celebrate the healing power of horses.

Once 1,000 plates are preordered, production on the plates will begin, and Tennessee residents will be able to show their love for horses and support STAR's mission along the way.

A portion from every plate sold will be donated directly to Shangri-La, helping us continue as a true equine-assisted paradise where limits fade and challenges give way to breakthroughs. Every connection with our horses enables our participants to find their haven of growth and joy.

TOTAL PLATES SOLD TOWARD 1,000-PLATE GOAL:

Check back every Monday for an updated total of plates sold and to see how close we are to our goal.

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How It WoRKS

1. We need 1,000 Tennessee residents to preorder the specialty plate before production can begin. The deadline to preorder is June 15, 2026. 
   
   
2. Once we reach our 1,000 plate pre-production goal, Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding will submit all orders, payments, and artwork to the Tennessee Department of Revenue.  
   
   
3. The State will produce and distribute the plates to local county clerk offices for pick up. 
   
   
4. You will be notified by mail from the State when your plate is ready. 

FRequently asked questions

What is the Horse Country Plate? It is a specialty license plate created to celebrate horses and provide support to Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding and its mission. We look to provide a community of growth and joy for all our participants. 

What if I live in another state? We appreciate your support from anywhere in the world, but unfortunately this plate is only available to Tennessee residents.

How much does the plate cost? The total cost is $35.00 for a one-year registration. This includes the standard specialty plate fee and state fees.

Do I need to pay any additional wheel tax? If your county charges a wheel tax, that payment will be made directly to your county clerk’s office when you pick up your plate. 

When will I get my plate? Preorders close June 15, 2026 (or when 1,000 preorders have been reached). Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding will send all preorder information to the State, beginning a 4–6 month production period. All preordered plates will be sent to your local county clerk’s office for pick up. The Tennessee Department of Revenue will mail you a letter when your plate is ready. 

Can I personalize my plate? Not during the initial preorder process. Once the first batch of plates is produced and you have received yours, you will have the option to personalize it at your next renewal. 

What if my current plate expires before my new plate arrives? Renew as normal. When your new plate is ready, you will receive a credit for any unused registration time (unless your tags expire within 30 days of pick up). Your new tags will be valid for 12 months from the date you receive your specialty plate. 

**********************Where do the proceeds go? How much do we get for each plate? I'm unclear on that still.

What happens if STAR does not reach the 1,000 plates needed? If we don't reach the minimum pre-order requirement of 1,000, your $35 pre-order fee (plus processing fee) will be donated to Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding. Please keep track of our progress toward 1,000 pre-ordered plates at the top of this webpage.

Is shipping included in the fee? There is no additional shipping cost. The State will notify you when your plate is ready for pick up at your county clerk’s office. 

What happens to my current plate? When you pick up your new Horse Country plate, your old plate will no longer be registered to a vehicle - but you can keep it as a memento. 

Can I order plates for multiple vehicles? Yes! As long as they are registered in Tennessee (excluding commercial vehicles), you may order a specialty plate for each one. 
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Is this the final design? The license plate shown on this webpage will be submitted as the final design. The State of Tennessee approves and prints the license plates and may require minor changes.

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