August 29, 2023Meet the Horses of the Thoroughbred Makeover Class of 2023Take a deep dive into the stats and trends we’re seeing in this year’s Makeover class!…Read More
July 11, 2023Volunteer at the 2023 Thoroughbred MakeoverVolunteer sign-ups are now open for the “happiest horse show on earth”!…Read More
July 10, 2023Woodall Defends Real Rider Cup Champion Title in LexingtonThe Kentucky leg of the Real Rider Cup raised over $78,000 on Saturday, July 8!…Read More
June 6, 20232023 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting DonationsDo you want to make a contribution to support the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) on Thoroughbred aftercare’s largest stage?…Read More
May 30, 2023New & Improved RRP Horse Listings LaunchedThe RRP announced today the launch of its new and improved Horse Listings, which had been temporarily shelved while the organization updated its website and improved processes in the back end.…Read More
May 23, 20232023 Real Rider Cup Now Open for Rider RegistrationThe charity show jumping event will raise money for Thoroughbred aftercare and hold competition legs in Kentucky and Maryland.…Read More
April 11, 2023RRP is Hiring!Job descriptions and application link can be found here for development team member and program assistant.…Read More
April 11, 2023Help Shape RRP Programming & Services: Take Our Survey!Responses submitted by April 18 are eligible for a prize drawing of $100 in RRP store credit!…Read More
April 3, 2023The Thoroughbred Lover’s Guide to LRK3DEYou can always rely on the RRP for the ultimate array of Thoroughbred-centered activities at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event!…Read More
March 27, 20232023 Fund-a-Need Program Launched for Thoroughbred MakeoverDirectly support the 2023 #TBMakeover through Fund-a-Need!…Read More
March 10, 2023RRP Store Clearance & New “It’s Not Luck” Merch!Our annual fall/winter clearance starts now — plus, don’t miss our new limited edition “It’s Not Luck” merch!…Read More
February 27, 20232023 Thoroughbred Makeover Vendor Fair Reservations Now OpenBooths paid in full by May 1 will lock in early bird pricing!…Read More
February 15, 2023512 Trainers Accepted to 2023 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe world’s largest and most lucrative retraining competition for recently-retired racehorses takes place on October 11-14, 2023 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, awarding over $100,000 in prize money.…Read More
January 31, 2023T.I.P. Announces Shows and Championships for 2023T.I.P. Western & Central Dressage Championships will once again be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington during the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
January 20, 20232023 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications ClosedThe application period for the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium is now closed.…Read More
January 8, 2023After the Finish Line’s Charity Auction of Breeders’ Cup Hats to Benefit RRP & OthersSponsored by the Georgia B. Ridder Foundation…Read More
January 3, 20232023 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Now Open for SubmissionSubmissions close on January 20.…Read More
December 30, 2022RRP’s First Footing Silent Auction, Sponsored by OCD Pellets, Features Racing Star Shoes & BootsGet your bids in now through January 6!…Read More
December 20, 2022Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members and OfficersThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is pleased to announce the election of a new board chair, Richard Lamb, and vice chair, Jodie Vella-Gregory, along with the addition of two new board members: Dr. Shannon Reed and Sissy Wickes.…Read More
December 15, 2022It’s Thoroughbred Makeover Application Season!Start your journey to the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover now.…Read More
December 13, 2022Claiborne Farm to Sponsor Former Broodmare Pilot Division at 2023 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that Claiborne Farm has committed as the title sponsor of the Former Broodmare division in its pilot year at the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
November 21, 2022How Will You Make an Impact For the Breed?Help the RRP continue its meaningful work in Thoroughbred aftercare by contributing now to the year-end campaign!…Read More
November 16, 2022Retired Racehorse Project Announces 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover Dates, Fee ChangesThe Retired Racehorse Project announced today that the Thoroughbred Makeover will return to the Kentucky Horse Park for its eighth year October 11th-14th, 2023.…Read More
November 11, 20222023 Thoroughbred Makeover to Include Pilot Broodmare DivisionRecently-retired broodmares will compete alongside traditional Makeover entrants in all ten offered disciplines.…Read More