FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LEXINGTON, KY —Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced the dates of their annual Off to the Races online benefit auction featuring VIP racing experience packages with all proceeds going to support accredited aftercare. This online auction provides a chance for the public to bid on 20 VIP racing experience packages, granting access to major race days at renowned racetracks across North America in 2026. Each package features an exclusive itinerary of horse racing-related activities, alongside tickets to designated race days and more, promising unforgettable experiences.
Bidding opens Thursday, January 22 at 10 AM EST and closes Friday, January 30 at 10 PM EST. Those who are interested can view items and register to bid in advance. Visit thoroughbredaftercare.org/offtotheraces to view and bid on all VIP experiences.
“We are thrilled to open the 5th annual edition of the Off to the Races VIP auction,” said Emily Dresen, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, Director of Fundraising & Events. “We can’t wait to share these opportunities with race fans and industry participants–there is something for everyone! Thanks to our generous donors, we have the unique opportunity to celebrate the sport of horse racing and provide critical funding to support Thoroughbred aftercare.”
VIP Experiences include:
About Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
Based in Lexington, KY, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding. Along with continued funding from its original partners Breeders’ Cup, The Jockey Club, and Keeneland Association, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is supported by owners, trainers, breeders, racetracks, aftercare professionals, and other industry members. Since its inception in 2012, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has granted more than $40.74 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently, 86 aftercare organizations comprised of approximately 175 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation. To learn more about Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, visit thoroughbredaftercare.org.
Contact Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
859-224-2756
info@thoroughbredaftercare.org
Fundraising & Events
Emily Dresen
352-362-6934
edresen@thoroughbredaftercare.org
Media Contact
Samantha Smith
