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Off to the Races – Online Benefit Auction

The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) announced today the launch of the second annual Off to the Races, an online auction campaign which offers the public an opportunity to bid on 17 VIP experience packages on major race days in 2023 and 2024. Each experience package offers a unique itinerary of horse racing-related bucket list activities and tickets to the specified race day(s). CLICK HERE  to view and bid on all items. Bidding opens Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 at 10 AM EST and closes Friday, Feb. 3, 2023 at 10 PM EST. Featured Packages: 2023 VIP Last Chance/First Chance NHC Qualifier 2023 VIP Tampa Bay Derby 2023 VIP Florida Derby 2023 VIP Arkansas Derby 2023 VIP Santa Anita Derby 2023 VIP Blue Grass Stakes 2023 VIP Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby 2023 VIP Preakness 148 2023 VIP Belmont Stakes 2023 VIP Haskell Stakes 2023 VIP Whitney Stakes 2023 VIP King’s Plate 2023 VIP Pacific Classic 2023 VIP Maryland Million Day 2023 VIP Breeders’ Cup Championships 2023 VIP Canterbury Park Experience 2024 VIP Pegasus World Cup “With the help of the racing industry, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance supports 81 accredited charities and thousands of off-track Thoroughbreds,” said TAA President, Jeffrey Bloom. “Outside of the TAA’s automatic funding sources within the industry, the Off to the Races auction is a unique and exciting opportunity to support Thoroughbred aftercare while being treated like a VIP on some of the biggest days in horse racing.” “The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is excited to kick off the second annual Off to the Races online auction,” said TAA Funding and Events Manager, Emily Dresen. “We are so grateful for the support we’ve received from our auction donors and look forward to sharing some of racing’s best days with industry participants and fans.”

Lilly Pulitzer Sip, Shop, & Support

Lilly Pulitzer 240 Worth Ave, Palm Beach, FL, United States

In conjunction with NTRA, Lilly Pulitzer will host a “Sip, Shop, and Support” event from 11am-3pm with 10% of the proceeds to benefit the TAA. In addition to the free beverages provided by Lilly Pulitzer, the TAA will be raffling off a hand-painted Lilly Pulitzer purse. Raffle tickets are $20 with 100% of proceeds benefitting the nationwide aftercare nonprofit. Raffle tickets can be purchased during the in-store event in Palm Beach on Worth Avenue. “We hold strong to what our fearless leader, Lilly Pulitzer, once said, ‘If you haven’t any charity in your heart then you have the worst kind of heart trouble.’ The Lilly Pulitzer brand proudly carries on Lilly’s tradition of giving by collaborating with world-class and local non-profit organizations who are working to make the world a sunnier place,” said a representative of Lilly Pulitzer’s store on Worth Ave in Palm Beach. “Thank you to NTRA and Lilly Pulitzer for honoring the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance during this commemorative celebration of the best and brightest in our industry,” said TAA Funding and Events Manager, Emily Dresen. “The TAA would like to wish a heartfelt congratulations to all those who cement their place among horse racing’s history at the 52nd Annual Eclipse Awards.” READ MORE about the TAA's involvement as the Official Charity Partner of the 52nd Annual Eclipse Awards.

America’s Best Racing Pre-Preakness Party

  Join us at the ABR Pre-Preakness Party May 17th | 7PM-10PM Mt. Washington Tavern, Baltimore, MD The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has once again been named the beneficiary of Preakness’ most anticipated event: America’s Best Racing’s Pre-Preakness Party. The eighth annual Pre-Preakness Party is set to be held on Wednesday, May 17, at the Mt. Washington Tavern in Baltimore, Maryland. Organized by America’s Best Racing, this party has become the most popular Preakness week event that is open to everyone. For just $25 each, tickets include secure access to the Sky Bar (2nd floor) at the Mt. Washington Tavern and the following: One (1) complimentary drink ticket Complimentary snack platters (wings, dips, veggie, cheeses) Access to well-known horse racing personalities and handicapping experts Networking opportunity among racing enthusiasts Read the official press release HERE.

$25

Hats Off Day 2023

Kentucky Horse Park 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington, KY, United States

Hats Off Day 2023 @ The Kentucky Horse Park Saturday - July 29, 2023 https://roodandriddle.com/hats-off-day/     The event is hosted by Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital Email Whitney Fields for VIP tent ticket information! wfields@roodandriddle.com All proceeds from the auctions and ticket sales to the tent go directly to benefit the Kentucky Equine Adoption Center and the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation.   Tent included a live and silent auction, dinner, drinks, and ring side equine demonstrations before the Rood and Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix competition.  Admission to the horse park is free all day, including the grand prix that evening.

Dine at Coles to benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance

735 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40502-1601, United States After a pandemic-induced break, Coles is thrilled to bring back their Cole's Community Table dinner series, an initiative to benefit local nonprofits making positive change in the Bluegrass! The first dinner will be for the incredible nonprofit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, which awards grants to organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds once their racing career is over. These beautiful animals are an integral part of what makes the Bluegrass so beautiful. Enjoy a fabulous meal AND you'll support a happy and healthy life for the horses at the heart of Lexington's culture. A portion of all proceeds from the night will be donated directly to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. All you have to do is come in and enjoy a delicious meal! More info here.

Judged Trail Ride

MidAtlantic Horse Rescue 284 Great House Farm Ln, Chesapeake City, MA, United States

SAVE THE DATE! Our popular Judged Trail Ride will be held on Sunday, November 19th at the farm Open to horses and riders of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Try your skill along a marked trail with 10-15 obstacles in the fields and woods bordering the rescue and the Sassafras River. Tackle the trail with friends in groups of 3-5 riders. Riders receive a score of 0-10 points for each obstacle. Certain obstacles will have a higher degree of difficulty and will be worth double points. Obstacle judges will explain each obstacle as you arrive. Horses will be judged on calm successful completion of each obstacle. Simply attempting an obstacle will be given a “1”- Bypassing an obstacle will be given a “0”. In the event of a tie, tie will be broken by the rider with the higher scores at the double pointed obstacles. Ride is NOT timed. First group goes out at 10:00 AM, last at 1:00 PM– groups go out every 20 minutes. Please arrive and be ready to ride any time between 10:00 AM-1:00 PM. Ribbons 1st-6th for the top placings in each division. You may enter three divisions that you are eligible for- your first ride will be judged and that score will be used for placings in each division entered. Divisions: Junior Rider (under 18), Young Adult Rider (18-30), Adult Rider (31-60) Older & Wiser ( 61 & up), Green Horse (any horse or pony 5 yrs & under or TBs less than 1 year off the track), Thoroughbred, Non Thoroughbred, Adopted (Any breed, bring proof of adoption), MAHR Grad, English Tack, Western/Aussie/Other Tack. This promises to be a FUN day, with ribbons 1st-6th and free refreshments. Overall High Point and Reserve High Point ribbon for the horse/rider with the best score of the day. Negative Coggins within one year required. Securely fastened ASTM-SEI Helmets and Proper Footwear MANDATORY- NO EXCEPTIONS. Fee $50- for up to three divisions. PRE-ENTRIES ONLY, signed entry form, COVID-19 Waiver, Coggins, and payment must be submitted by Saturday 11/18 at 6:00 PM. Email bev@midatlantichorserescue.org Call for more info 610-405-0607. Click on the link for an entry form and prize list: MAHRTrailride2023

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance VIP Auction

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced the dates of the annual Off to the Races Campaign, an online benefit auction featuring VIP racing experience packages with all proceeds going to support accredited aftercare. This online auction provides a chance for the public to bid on 18 VIP racing experience packages, granting access to major race days at renowned racetracks across North America in 2024 and 2025. Each package features an exclusive itinerary of horse racing-related activities, alongside tickets to designated race days and more, promising unforgettable experiences. Bidding opens Thursday, January 25 at 10 AM EST and closes February 2 at 10 PM EST. Those who are interested can view items and register to bid in advance. Visit thoroughbredaftercare.org/offtotheraces to view and bid on all VIP experiences. VIP Experiences include: 2024 VIP Tampa Bay Derby – March 9, 2024 2024 VIP NHC Last Chance/First Chance Qualifier – March 14, 2024 2024 VIP Texas Champions Day – March 23, 2024 2024 VIP Florida Derby – March 30, 2024 2024 VIP Santa Anita Derby – April 6, 2024 2024 VIP Blue Grass Stakes – April 6, 2024 2024 VIP Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby – May 3-4, 2024 2024 VIP Preakness 149 – May 17-18, 2024 2024 VIP Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Racetrack – June 7-8, 2024 2024 VIP Haskell Stakes – July 20, 2024 2024 VIP Whitney Stakes – August 2-3, 2024 2024 VIP Canterbury Park Experience – Valid any day of the 2024 Live Race Meet 2024 VIP King’s Plate – August 17, 2024 2024 VIP Pacific Classic – August 31, 2024 *Date subject to change 2024 VIP Virginia Derby Day – September 7, 2024 2024 VIP Maryland Million Day – October 2024 2024 VIP Breeders’ Cup World Championships – November 1-2, 2024 2025 VIP Pegasus World Cup – January 2025

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