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The month-long effort to raise funds for the TAA’s 81 accredited organizations and thousands of off-track Thoroughbreds, the TAA Holiday Giving Campaign, ended on Dec. 31st, resulting in $180,000 raised for accredited aftercare. “It was encouraging to see such enthusiasm for our holiday fundraiser,” said TAA President, Jeffrey Bloom. “Thank you to every person who donated to the TAA’s Holiday Giving Campaign. It takes a great deal of funds to care for our industry’s retired athletes, and large influxes of donations such as these are vital to the TAA’s ability to support its accredited organizations.” The campaign featured 14 one-day only match donation days with match amounts ranging from $500 to $10,000. The 2022 match sponsors were as follows: Bob & Jill Baffert, Simon Bray, Donna Brothers, Aidan Butler & Cannonstone, Kurtis Coady & Megan Devine, Jack Damico & East Coast Partners, Denali Stud, Hidden Brook Farm, Sol Kumin, Dr. Pug & Susie Hart, Mike Rogers, Rick Schosberg, Siena Farm, and West Point Thoroughbreds. Not only was the Holiday Giving Campaign deemed a success in terms of donations, it was an exciting opportunity for the TAA to expand its network of industry supporters. More than 70% of the donations collected during the Holiday Giving Campaign came from first-time donors. “We are so thrilled with the outcome of the Holiday Giving Campaign,” said TAA Funding and Events Manager, Emily Dresen. “Thank you to the 14 match sponsors, hundreds of donors, and our media partners for making this campaign a success. It’s all about the horses and what better time to support our beloved athletes than the season of giving.” Designed to serve as both the accrediting body for Thoroughbred aftercare facilities and a fundraising and grant allocation body to support these approved facilities, funds raised from the Holiday Giving Campaign will help care for the more than 4,000 retired racehorses currently residing in TAA-accredited organizations across North America. To learn more about the TAA’s impact, click here. Photo: Jen Halliwell
Read More >As part of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA)’s month-long Holiday Giving Campaign, Siena Farm has pledged to match all donations up to $5,000 made to the TAA on Dec. 17, 2022. Siena Farm excels in not only breeding and racing Thoroughbreds—such as their syndicate ownership in undefeated 2022 Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) winner, Flightline—but within their endeavors to support the industry from all angles, including Thoroughbred aftercare. Now, the boutique breeding and racing farm seeks to invite fellow industry participants to match their donation to the TAA Holiday Giving Campaign. “The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance plays a vital role through its accreditation of aftercare organizations and grants to safeguard the most vulnerable of our retired Thoroughbred racehorses and Siena Farm is very proud to participate in the TAA Holiday Giving Campaign,” said Siena Farm President, David Pope. “We invite all industry participants to join us this holiday season and show your support to a great organization.” “We are so happy to continue to build on our partnership with Siena Farm,” said TAA Funding and Events Manager, Emily Dresen. “Siena leads with class and integrity, proving that when you put the horse first, success will follow. We are thrilled to have this world-class breeder and owner bestow such a generous match to the TAA today.” TAA’s Holiday Giving Campaign commenced November 29th and is scheduled to conclude New Year’s Eve. Those wishing to support the TAA, its 81 accredited organizations, and thousands of retired Thoroughbreds can donate through the TAA’s website or text DONATE to 56651. During the Holiday Giving Campaign, TAA is also offering donors the benefit of sending digital holiday cards to colleagues, friends, and loved ones. Throughout the end of the year, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will continue to host special one-day only donation matches with some of horse racing’s biggest names. For more chances to double your donation, watch the TAA’s social media, website, and industry advertisements for the next Holiday Giving match day announcement. To learn more and donate to the TAA’s Holiday Giving campaign, CLICK HERE.
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