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October 13, 2023

The Celebration Continues at the Thoroughbred Makeover

The field is now set for the Thoroughbred Makeover Finale Championships.…
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December 15, 2022

It’s Thoroughbred Makeover Application Season!

Start your journey to the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover now.…
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April 5, 2024

Save in the RRP Store in the Spring Fling Sale!

Score seasonal savings in the RRP Store and wear your OTTB pride.…
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March 10, 2023

RRP 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!…
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April 11, 2023

RRP is Hiring!

Job descriptions and application link can be found here for development team member and program assistant.…
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March 18, 2025

Enter Our 2025 Sticker Slogan Contest!

The winning slogan will be one of our new sticker designs for 2025!…
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March 17, 2025

Sponsorships Available for 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that sponsorships are now available for the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, taking place at the Kentucky Horse Park on October 8-11.…
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November 10, 2023

Time to Catch Holiday Savings in the RRP Store!

The RRP Store is back online with holiday deals for every Thoroughbred lover on your list!…
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July 1, 2025

2025 Real Rider Cup Lexington Raises Over $57,000 for Thoroughbred Aftercare

The Lexington leg of the Real Rider Cup welcomed 30 horse and rider combinations along with hundreds of spectators to New Vocations at Mereworth Farm on June 28th, 2025.…
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November 25, 2024

RRP Announces $38,700 Match for 2024 Year-End Giving Campaign

The RRP announces the launch of its 2024 year-end giving campaign with a total goal of $100,000, including a $38,700 match pledge that will double contributions from donors who support the organization’s charitable mission to increase demand for Thoroughbreds beyond…
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March 6, 2025

Erin Gilmore Photography Returns as Official Show Photographer of 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that Erin Gilmore Photography will return as the Official Show Photographer of the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…
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May 23, 2023

2023 Real Rider Cup Now Open for Rider Registration

The charity show jumping event will raise money for Thoroughbred aftercare and hold competition legs in Kentucky and Maryland.…
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July 9, 2024

Connect With the RRP at Saratoga on Whitney Weekend

The RRP will have a presence at Saratoga via NYRA’s Community Booth on Friday, August 2!…
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May 23, 2024

After the Races & Retired Racehorse Project Split Win in Resolute Racing’s Poker For Ponies Tournament

ATR and the RRP jointly announced their gratitude and appreciation for splitting the win in Resolute Racing’s Poker For Ponies Tournament earlier this month on May 1.…
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August 29, 2022

Real Rider Cup Returns to Fair Hill Thoroughbred Show in MD With Strong Lineup of Horses & Riders

The Real Rider Cup, a charity show jumping event created by Anita Motion to benefit Thoroughbred aftercare, is once again bringing the racing and equestrian worlds together in Fair Hill, MD.…
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December 5, 2024

2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Rulebook Now Available

Revisions to rules are indicated in red and clarifications are indicated in blue.…
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August 25, 2022

Meet the Horses of the 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover

Each Thoroughbred Makeover class offers valuable insights into aftercare: learn more about this year’s entries!…
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April 1, 2025

2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Vendor Fair Applications Now Open

The Vendor Fair runs throughout the competition, October 8-11, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…
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October 10, 2024

Preliminary Competition Concludes at the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover

That’s a wrap on preliminary days at North America’s largest retraining competition for Thoroughbreds!…
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September 8, 2022

Thoroughbred Charities of America Returns as Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium

The RRP and Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) jointly announce today that TCA has returned as the title sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium!…
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October 9, 2024

First Day of Competition Is In the Books at the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover

The first day of preliminary competition has wrapped!…
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September 10, 2024

Thoroughbred Charities of America Returns as Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover & National Symposium

TCA provides exceptional commitment to improving the lives and welfare of Thoroughbred racehorses both on and off the track, which has guided its support of the RRP since 2012.…
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January 20, 2023

2023 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Closed

The application period for the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium is now closed.…
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October 15, 2022

She’s A Bold One Crowned Thoroughbred Makeover Champion

Congratulations to junior trainer Jenna Denver!…
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