The TAA will be on site at Preakness 147! The TAA will present the Sir Barton Stakes Sponsored by Brandon and Diannah Perry to Benefit the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. The TAA will also help present Best Turned Out Horse Awards and have a presence at the track throughout the day to raise awareness.
NYRA will partner with the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NYTHA) and New York Thoroughbred Breeders (NYTB) in hosting the second annual New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day. The day will pay tribute to an array of organizations involved in finding new homes and careers for retired racehorses. The featured race will be the Rick Violette Stakes, named for the late NYTHA President who was a founding member of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA). 11:00am Gates Open 1:05pm First Post
Hats Off Day celebrates the impact of the horse industry with a day of free admission to the Lexington-based Kentucky Horse Park. Now in its 19th year, Hats Off Day offers family-friendly activities, starting from 3 to 10 p.m., including horse and pony rides, interactive educational booths, and a Grand Prix show jumping competition. Hats Off Day is the only day of the year when the Kentucky Horse Park admission is free.
Visit the TAA at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at the community booth. The TAA will also have a TBD race presentation on the Whitney Stakes undercard.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) will be promoted at Ellis Park’s Charity Day on Saturday, August 20th, 2022. As Ellis Park winds down their 100th season of racing, the TAA will be recognized alongside three other charities. The Henderson, Kentucky-based track invites patrons to learn about the TAA during a day of racing that includes a race named for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. The TAA booth will offer information on accredited aftercare and all 82 TAA-accredited charities. Additional items will be offered at the TAA booth in exchange for a donation. Three-year-olds and upward will go six furlongs for $61,000 in Saturday’s Race 7, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. A presentation of a TAA blanket and swag bag will be made to the winning connections following the running of the race. Ellis Park will continue to sell its 100-Year t-shirts for $18 on Charity Day with 10% of profits donated to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, courtesy of Jim “Mattress Mack” McInvale, CEO of Gallery Furniture and owner of RunHappy. “The TAA is excited to return to Ellis Park for Charity Day,” said TAA Operations Consultant, Stacie Clark. “We always welcome the opportunity to speak with fans and industry participants about the impact of the TAA and our 82-accredited charities.”
Join Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Friday, September 9th at 6pm for their 3rd annual 5K run/walk event at CKRH Walk on for Hope’s name was derived from the variety of ways CKRH clients say “walk-on.” The 5K encourages people of all kind and exceptional abilities to come out and run, walk, skip, or jog to benefit CKRH. The event will start CKRH with multiple water stations along the way and finish with a personal cheer team of mini-horses! Each entry will receive a t-shirt, bib number, and goodies. Registration Timed: $35 Untimed: $30 Youth (ages 4-15): $15 Virtual: $30 Kids (under 4): Free Link to Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Lexington/WalkonforHope Sponsorship Levels $250, $500, $1000 Benefits: T-shirts with sponsors' corporate logo on the back Banner placement & sponsor table from which information/giveaways can be distributed Social Media recognition Volunteer newsletter recognition Website recognition Acknowledgment in the Annual Report Free timed entries ($250-2 entries/$500-5 entries/$1000-10 entries) Link to Sponsorship form: https://www.ckrh.org/walkonforhope/
Date: Saturday, September 10, 2022 Time 9:00am to 12:00pm Location: Mendon Ponds Park, 95 Douglas Road, Honeoye Falls NY 14472 About Join us for a trivia trail ride to benefit homeless horses at Lollypop Farm. Enjoy a beautiful ride through Mendon Ponds Park and meet new friends who love horses as much as you do! Not only will you have a wonderful day with your own horse, but you'll also be helping horses in need get the food, shelter, and veterinary care they need for a second chance. There will be several stations around the trail(each rider will receive a map upon arrival!) where riders will answer horse-related trivia questions. For each correct answer, they will have one ticket placed into a raffle drawing. The goal is for riders to enjoy a laid-back ride, get to know some new friends, and maybe even win a prize! Proof of negative coggins and rabies, ATSM/SEI certified helmet, and signed 2022 Waiver.pdf are required to participate. Please bring them with you the morning of the event. Riders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent.
Join New Beginnings Thoroughbreds for their 6th annual Wine Tasting at the Cream Ridge Winery to benefit the horses of New Beginnings Thoroughbreds! About this event The 6th annual Wine Tasting at the Cream Ridge Winery to benefit the horses of New Beginnings Thoroughbreds is on Saturday, September 10th at 6:30! New Beginnings is excited to invite you to come together to benefit the amazing horses in their organization and are looking forward to seeing some familiar and new faces. Your $45 ticket donation includes a tour and information about the winery, a full tasting of award winning Cream Ridge Wines, as well as a full glass of your favorite wine. There will be delicious appetizers, a silent auction, and a gift raffle with a chance to win some incredible baskets! Tickets for the raffle and silent auction can be pre-purchased online or in person the day of the event. All proceeds benefit the horses available for adoption. Don't miss out on a fun night! If you're unable to attend, but would still like to donate - please visit the New Beginnings website at nbottb.org Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-beginnings-tbs-2022-wine-tasting-at-cream-ridge-winery-tickets-394799334437
