A new Jockey Club initiative, announced November 11, promises to raise a significant amount of money to help both the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and Thoroughbred Charities of America secure safe and humane retirements for the sport’s retired athletes.

The Jockey Club has created a checkoff program in which any owner or breeder registering a foal with the organization will be able to make a voluntary donation that will go toward caring for retired Thoroughbreds. Proceeds and matching funds will be distributed to the two charities,...
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TRF's First Online Auction a Success

Saratoga Springs, NY -

Thank you to all who participated in our first online auction. The auction was an overall success.  Items sold raised more than $12,000 and we gained new supporters in the process.  The auction attracted 111 bidders and TRF sold 81 items with 423 bids overall.

"The auction was an effort to raise money and raise our profile on the world wide web." said Diana Pikulski...
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Secretariat Center Rolls Out Welcome Mat

The Secretariat Center has announced its official visiting hours for guests of the Kentucky Horse Park. The Center will now welcome visitors between the hours of 9 and 2 Monday through Saturdays, with interactive demonstrations on Saturday mornings from 10 to 11. Anyone considering adoption who would like to see a particular horse is encouraged to call the office (859-246-3080) to set up an appointment.

The Maker's Mark Secretariat Center was designed as a showcase facility for the Thoroughbred athlete, as well as a re-schooling and...
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