54th Annual Resolute Racing Eclipse Awards
The Breakers Palm Beach 1 S County Rd, Palm Beach, FL, United StatesThoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be in attendance as the Official Charity for the 54th Annual 2024 Resolute Racing Eclipse Awards, set to take place on January 23, 2025, at The Breakers Palm Beach in Palm Beach, Florida. Presented by John Deere, Keeneland, The Jockey Club, and NTRA this event celebrates the racing champions of 2024 and highlights the excellence of Thoroughbreds in the sport. In addition, NTRA will host the Eclipse Awards Charity Golf Tournament on January 23, 2025, at the Ocean Course at the Breakers Palm Beach. The price for a foursome is $2,500 on a first come first served basis. Registration for the tournament is available here: ntra.com/golf-scramble. NTRA will match all proceeds to benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance during the Eclipse Awards.
2025 VIP Pegasus World Cup
Gulfstream Park 901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL, United StatesThoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is announced as the Official Aftercare Partner of the Pegasus World Cup, set to be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Gulfstream Park. The Pegasus World Cup and 1/ST RACING recognizes the importance of prioritizing the aftercare of Thoroughbred racehorses, which has led them to partner with Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance for over ten consecutive years. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a named race on both Friday and Saturday, the weekend of the Pegasus World Cup. On Friday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Race will present Race 5, which has a post time of 2:32 PM ET. On Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present Race 10, the Grade II ‘TAA Pegasus World Cup Filly and Mare Turf Invitational Stakes’, which has a post time of 3:45 PM ET. Winners of both races will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag. In recognition of their enduring collaboration, 1/ST RACING will present Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a generous check donation of $50,000 following the TAA Pegasus World Cup Filly and Mare Turf Invitational Stakes at Gulfstream Park on Saturday. Representatives from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance including several Board Members as well as representatives from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance’s accredited organizations will be present for the check presentation. A representative from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present to host the winners of the “Off to the Races” VIP Experience online benefit auction. This exciting VIP experience was generously donated by 1/ST RACING. The winners will enjoy premium dining for four at the Ten Palms Restaurant, access to the winner’s circle for Friday’s Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance named race, a guided backside tour of Gulfstream Park, and much more. On Saturday, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present Best Turned Out awards, sponsored by Centennial Farm, for all 14 races. The winning groom and horse of each race will be spotlighted by the track announcer on-site, as well as on Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance’s social media accounts. As a gesture of recognition, the recipient of this award will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance gift bag. Visit Gulfstream Park for South Florida’s leading luxury sports and lifestyle event of the year. Winners of this VIP experience will receive: Table for four (4) in Ten Palms on Friday inclusive of food Table for four (4) in the Flamingo Room on Saturday inclusive of food and beverages Two (2) valet parking passes for Friday and Saturday View the track from the announcer’s booth on Friday Participate in a race presentation in the Winner’s Circle on Friday Bottle service on Saturday Guided backside tour Four (4) Pegasus swag bags Added Bonus: Four (4) tickets to the post-race Pegasus After Party event Donated by: 1/ST Racing
New Stride: Volunteer Training and Meet ‘n Greet
Villa Training 6773 256St, Langley, British Columbia, CanadaACTT Naturally: Horsemanship Extravaganza
Evolution Horsemanship 18300 NE 45th Avenue Rd, Citra, FL, United StatesTherapeutic Horses of Saratoga: 100 Days to Belmont
Horseshoe Inn Bar and Grill 9 Gridley St, Saratoga Springs, NY, United StatesAs the Belmont Stakes countdown begins, the community is invited to enjoy a casual mid-winter fundraising event to support local Veterans and retired racehorses. On February 27, 2025, the Horseshoe Inn Bar and Grill will host an evening of live music, dining, and charitable giving, benefiting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga’s (THS) Freedom Rein program. The event aims to raise $5,000 to sponsor four Veterans or Service Members for an eight-week Equine Therapy Group. The Freedom Rein program provides therapeutic interactions with retired racehorses, offering participants a unique and impactful form of mental health support. Event Highlights: Live music provided by Jeff Walton Buffet dinner included with admission Cash bar with a selection of drinks available Spotlight on retired racehorses thriving in second careers Raffle featuring exclusive items and experiences, with proceeds directly benefiting THS Veterans’ Program Event Details: 📅 Date: February 27, 2025⏰ Time: 6:00–10:00 PM📍 Location: Horseshoe Inn Bar and Grill, 9 Gridley St, Saratoga Springs, NY🎟️ Tickets: $55 | Available at thsaratoga.org/events The event serves as both a tribute to Service Members and an opportunity to support the retired racehorses that play a vital role in Equine Therapy. All proceeds will contribute to the expansion of services for those who have served their country. About Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Founded in 2018, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) is accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. The organization provides a safe and nurturing sanctuary environment for 27 retired Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses, utilizing them in programs built around the Horse-Human connection to support mental health, wellness and personal growth. Working in partnership with ECS Psychological Services P.C., THS provides the therapy horses and peaceful farm environment to deliver Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) to children, families and adults including military veterans, active servicemembers and their dependents through its Freedom Rein Program. In 2024, THS facilitated more than 500 hours of EAP to individuals of all ages from across the Capital Region. In addition to the organization’s collaboration with ECS, THS directly offers programs focused on personal growth, wellness and education through TeamBuilding, HorsePlay, Field Trips and Farm Experiences to the community at large. For more information, visit www.thsaratoga.org.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Race at Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay Downs 11225 Race Track Rd., Tampa, FL, United StatesThoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Tampa Bay Downs on Saturday, March 8, 2025, for the Tampa Bay Derby. The Tampa Bay Derby (GII) is part of the Kentucky Derby Championship Series and serves as a Kentucky Derby prep race that offers 100 points to the winner. As a long-time supporter of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, Tampa Bay Downs will actively showcase and raise awareness for accredited aftercare throughout the entirety of the race day and race meet. Tampa Bay Downs will highlight accredited aftercare during this exciting race day by honoring Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a named race on the Tampa Bay Derby undercard. Following the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance named race, a presentation will be made in the winner’s circle. Winning connections will be given a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag.
VIP Experience: Tampa Bay Derby
Tampa Bay Downs 11225 Race Track Rd., Tampa, FL, United StatesVIP Experience (SOLD): Visit Tampa Bay Downs on their biggest racing day of the season, highlighted by the Lambholm South Tampa Bay Derby for 3-year-old Triple Crown candidates. Table for four (4) with lunch (alcohol not included) Box for four (4) Valet parking for one (1) vehicle Admission and programs for four (4) Paddock passes for TAA Race Winner’s Circle access for TAA Race Hotel accommodations for two (2) nights (March 7th and 8th) at Residence Inn Tampa Oldsmar Four (4) dugout box seats to Yankees v Toronto baseball game (March 7th) Two (2) tickets to Lightning v Buffalo hockey game (March 6th) Added Bonus: Gift Certificate to local restaurant Donated by: Tom Cannell, Tampa Bay Downs
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Golf Tournament & Race at Gulfstream Park
Gulfstream Park 901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL, United StatesThoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site once again at Gulfstream Park for Florida Derby Day on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Known as “the biggest race day of the year in South Florida,” the Curlin Florida Derby is a Grade 1 Kentucky Derby prep-race. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has partnered with 1/ST RACING to have a variety of on-site activations during the day. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be honored with a named race on the Florida Derby Day undercard. Following the running of the race, a presentation will be made to the winning connections including a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance branded blanket and gift bag. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is also announced as the beneficiary for the Florida Derby Charity Golf Tournament. The charity golf tournament, hosted by 1/ST RACING, will be held on Monday, March 25, at the Plantation Preserve Golf Course. The top three winning teams will receive gift bags from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
First Chance/Last Chance Competition
Horseshoe Las Vegas 3645 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, United StatesVIP Experience: This exclusive package is your last chance to compete at the National Horseplayers Championship! $500 entry fee for one (1) competitor waived Hotel accommodations for two (2) nights (March 12th and 13th) If player qualifies during the Last Chance Competition, NTRA will cover player’s hotel accommodations for the National Horseplayers Championships (March 14th, 15th, and 16th) The NHC is the world’s richest and most prestigious handicapping tournament of the year for horseplayers and is the culmination of a year-long series of NTRA-sanctioned local tournaments conducted by racetracks, casino race books, off-track betting facilities, and horse racing and handicapping websites, each of which sends its top qualifiers to the national finals. Learn more at: NHC - NTRA Donated by: NTRA