Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation: Fall, Fashion, and Fillies
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Date: September 23, 2023 Location: 11350 Constitution Hwy, Montpelier Station, VA 22957 Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Join VTP for their Annual Barn Party, where they come together to celebrate, have a great time, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Thoroughbred horses. Every year, this event benefits the Virginia Thoroughbred Project (VTP), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the aftercare of these magnificent animals. The VTP, located on the historic grounds of James Madison’s Montpelier, is committed to providing a lifetime of tranquility for Thoroughbreds whose racing careers were cut short by injury or who were not suitable for the demanding sport. With their tireless efforts, the VTP ensures these horses receive the care, love, and support they need and by attending their Annual Barn Party, you will directly contribute to the VTP’s mission and join them in setting the gold standard for Thoroughbred aftercare in Virginia.
New Stride Thoroughbred Adoption Society will be hosting supporters, donors, friends and families of New Stride for an afternoon at the races. Hastings Racecourse New Stride Thoroughbred Adoption Society
Join the Secretariat Center for their annual fundraiser, this year at Jonabell Farm! 3333 Bowman Mill Road, Lexington, KY The annual Secretariat Center Bluegrass Brunch and Bubbles Fundraiser is headed to a destination location this year and will be hosted at the picturesque Jonabell Farm! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet some of the most famous Thoroughbreds in racing history while also supporting horses in transition to finding second careers after racing. They will have: Bluegrass Brunch including bottomless mimosas Artwork & music Silent auction Tours, stallion viewings & more Tickets for the Secretariat Center Brunch and Bubbles at Jonabell Farm will also include general admission tickets to Keeneland Racetrack for the day, swag bags filled with amazing gifts from sponsors, as well as a southern breakfast and award winning good times. Click here for more info.
12:00 PM -3:00 PM If you would like to donate to our garage sale, you can drop off your items this week between 9 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Anything left at the end of the sale will be donated to a local charity. (No clothes, please.)
Join Second Stride at The Manhattan Project on Frankfort Avenue on MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024 for an evening of FUNdraising to benefit the horses! Open to the public ~ $25 admission/donation at the door Schedule of Events: 6:00PM Doors Open 7:00PM Handicapping Panel presented by SKYCHAI RACING (panelists below) 8:00PM Golden Halter Award 8:15PM Live Auction 8:30PM Raffle Drawings 9:00PM Closing CELEB Appearances including world-class trainers and jockeys, and Miss Rodeo Kentucky 2024, Zoey Norris! ONLINE and LIVE Auctions ~ details to come! All proceeds from Champions Night directly benefit the transitioning thoroughbred racehorses in Second Stride’s care.
Every year during Spring Break season, we offer a one-day program for youth ages 7 - 17 to have some fun on the farm! Students are invited to sign up for our Breakout Legacy session. Participants will spend the day with their favorite rescue horses, learn all about what it takes to care for them, and even have a chance to ride and play games on horseback (weather-dependent)!
Stop by #EssexCoOp on Tuesday, April 2nd, from 10am to 2pm, to help NEER North Fill a Trailer with much needed items! Essex Co-Op will be offering 10% off all items purchased and donated the day of the event.