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Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga: 100 Days to Belmont

Horseshoe Inn Bar and Grill 9 Gridley St, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States

As 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 States

Thoroughbred 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 States

VIP 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 States

Thoroughbred 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 States

VIP 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

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Race at Colonial Downs

Colonial Downs Racetrack 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent, VA, United States

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Colonial Downs Racetrack during the weekend of the Virginia Derby and Virginia Oaks, set for Saturday, March 15, 2025. For the first time ever, the Virgina Derby and Oaks will now be considered prep races for the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks. Colonial Downs, a longtime supporter of accredited aftercare, will honor Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a named race on the Virginia Derby Day. Following the race, a presentation will take place in the winner’s circle, where the connections will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag.

VIP Experience: Virginia Derby Day

Colonial Downs Racetrack 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent, VA, United States

VIP Experience (SOLD): Visit Colonial Downs, home of the Secretariat Turf Course, and be a part of Virginia’s Derby Day! VIP table for six (6) inclusive of food and non-alcoholic drinks VIP Paddock Access prior to TAA race Winner’s Circle access for TAA race Six (6) souvenir gift bags Added Bonus: Meet and greet with track announcer Jason Beem   Donated by: Colonial Downs

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Race at Turfway Park

Turfway Park 7500 Turfway Road, Florence, KY, United States

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Turfway Park for the Jeff Ruby Steaks on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Jeff Ruby Steaks Day promises an afternoon of exciting racing, highlighted by the $777,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks, a Grade III prep-race for the Kentucky Derby. The 1 1/8 mile race awards Kentucky Derby qualification points distributed as 100-50-25-15-10 to the top five horses. To show their support, Turfway Park will highlight accredited aftercare throughout the event. Turfway Park is honoring Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a named race on Jeff Ruby Steaks Day Following the conclusion of the race, a presentation will be made to the winning connections, which will include a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag.

VIP Experience: Texas Champions Day

Sam Houston Race Park 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, Texas

VIP Experience (SOLD): Enjoy a VIP experience and seven stakes races at Sam Houston Race Park, highlighted by the Texas Thoroughbred Association Oaks and Derby! Table for six (6) in The Jockey Club Inclusive of lunch (no alcohol) Parking pass for one (1) vehicle Paddock passes Winner’s Circle access for Star of Texas Stakes Race presented by TAA Watch a race call with track announcer Nick Tammaro Added Bonus: Guided tour of the Sam Houston Race Park stable area   Donated by: Sam Houston Race Park

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