Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Grants $4.7 Million to 86 Accredited Organizations
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today that $4.7 million in grants will be awarded to 86 Thoroughbred aftercare organizations that currently hold accreditation status for 2025.
Leading by Example: Ken Freirich’s Impact Across Racing and Beyond
Whether its endowing scholarships at his alma mater of Skidmore College, supporting disabled jockeys, or donating to Thoroughbred aftercare, Ken Freirich believes in leading by example, and last week at the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar, he was seemingly everywhere all at once, spreading the message.
Thoroughbred High Point Award Sponsors Announced for the Split Rock Jumping Tour at Santa Anita Park
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is thrilled to announce that a Thoroughbred High Point Award will be presented at Santa Anita CSI3* & Santa Anita CSI5*-W, the prestigious show jumping events hosted in partnership by 1/ST and Split Rock Show Jumping Tournaments, at the iconic Santa Anita Park.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Accredits 49 Organizations
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced today that 49 Thoroughbred aftercare organizations have been awarded accreditation for 2025.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Present at Breeders’ Cup World Championships as Official Aftercare Partner
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site at Del Mar for Breeders’ Cup World Championships, set to be held on Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1, 2025. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is proud to be named the Official Aftercare Partner of Breeders’ Cup World Championships.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Recognized by Maryland Jockey Club During Maryland Million Day
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Laurel Park for the Jim McKay Maryland Million Day on October 11, 2025. This day is dedicated to celebrating and promoting Maryland-bred racehorses that compete in notable races, eight of which are stakes races, with purses exceeding one million dollars.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to Sponsor Freestyle Discipline at the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site this year for the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, serving as a sponsor of the Freestyle discipline. The 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, will take place at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, on October 8-11, 2025.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Announces Fifth Annual Calendar Photo Contest Winners
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance hosted its fifth annual Calendar Photo Contest this year. Twelve winning photos of Thoroughbreds were selected to be featured in the 2026 Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Calendar. All photos feature a registered Thoroughbred that is either in residence at or has been rehomed by a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredited organization. Each winner will receive Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance branded merchandise and a copy of the calendar. Out of the twelve winners, the grand prize winner was selected to be featured on the cover of the calendar and will receive a Tipperary helmet of their choice, sponsored by Tipperary Equestrian.
Woodbine to host Aftercare Day October 4
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Receives Funding from Commonwealth of Kentucky
LEXINGTON, KY — Following passage of Kentucky House Bill 8 in the 2024 General Assembly, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has received $250,000 of annual funding from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The funding will go directly to accredited aftercare facilities in Kentucky that play a critical role in ensuring the wellbeing of horses beyond their racing careers. By investing in these programs, Kentucky is reinforcing the industry’s responsibility to Thoroughbreds at every stage of their lives.