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
December 5, 2022Reasons for OptimismImprovements in aftercare help add even more opportunities. Shared with permission from Bloodhorse.…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 20, 2022Racehorse VacationsMany owners and trainers give their runners mental and physical breaks from the racetrack routine.…Read More
November 20, 2022From the Racetrack to the RanchThe transition for an OTTB from the track to the Western disciplines isn’t about speed but patience.…Read More
November 20, 2022How To OTTB-ShopWhat to know about the various avenues for adopting or buying a recently retired racehorse.…Read More
November 20, 2022Make Me a MatchWhat goes into a perfect match between an OTTB and a rider? Two seasoned pros share their tips.…Read More
November 20, 2022Picking Prospects: Winter 2023Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…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
October 21, 20222022 Thoroughbred Makeover & National Symposium Showcases Thoroughbreds in Second CareersThe event championed the trainability and athleticism of the recently-retired Thoroughbred.…Read More
October 15, 2022She’s A Bold One Crowned Thoroughbred Makeover ChampionCongratulations to junior trainer Jenna Denver!…Read More
October 14, 2022Education & Competition Continue at Thoroughbred Makeover & T.I.P. ChampionshipsThe third day of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium saw plenty of action!…Read More
October 13, 2022Preliminary Competition Concludes at the #TBMakeoverFull results and scores are now available.…Read More
October 12, 2022Day One In the Books at the 2022 #TBMakeoverSpecial thanks to our presenting sponsor Thoroughbred Charities of America!…Read More
September 21, 2022Fourth Annual Thoroughbred Aftercare Summit to Take Place at Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Summit takes place on October 11.…Read More
September 19, 2022Real Rider Cup Comes Home to Fair Hill, Triples Previous Fundraising RecordFollowing a record-setting turnout in Lexington in July, the Real Rider Cup returned to its home in Fair Hill to complete the 2022 series of events, welcoming 32 horse and rider combinations along with hundreds of spectators to Fair Hill…Read More
September 15, 2022From Stakes Races to Second CareersEven racehorses that succeed at the highest levels of the sport need rehoming.…Read More
September 15, 2022Horse Racing Safety InitiativesLearn about proactive horse welfare and safety measures in place and on the horizon.…Read More