Education
October 12, 2022
Day One In the Books at the 2022 #TBMakeover
Special thanks to our presenting sponsor Thoroughbred Charities of America!…
News
April 11, 2023
RRP is Hiring!
Job descriptions and application link can be found here for development team member and program assistant.…
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!…
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!…
October 9, 2024
First Day of Competition Is In the Books at the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover
The first day of preliminary competition has wrapped!…
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.…
February 15, 2023
512 Trainers Accepted to 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover
The 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.…
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.…
November 24, 2025
Join the RRP Community During Our 2025 Year-End Giving Campaign
The Retired Racehorse Project has built a true community dedicated to increasing demand for Thoroughbreds beyond racing. Former connections cheer their horses home at the Thoroughbred Makeover. Volunteers dedicate their time and energy to helping produce events. Aftercare professionals network…
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!…
January 20, 2026
ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship Returns for 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that thanks to funding by the ASPCA Right Horse Reimagining Racers Grant, the ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship returns for the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…
June 2, 2025
2025 Bill Kraatz Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award Now Open For Nominations
Named in memory of beloved chief steward Bill Kraatz, the Ambassador Award recognizes a Thoroughbred Makeover graduate horse that has gone on to serve as an ambassador for the athleticism and trainability of the retired racehorse in its career beyond…
May 29, 2024
Thoroughbred Makeover Adds Clinic Opportunities
Clinics and guided schooling will be offered at the conclusion of preliminary competition for horses and their trainers that did not qualify for the Finale Championships.…
August 1, 2024
Retired Racehorse Project Introduces Makeover Champions Program for Racing Industry
The program invites members of the Thoroughbred racing industry to demonstrate public support for former connected horses who are headed to the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover.…
November 16, 2023
Retired Racehorse Project Discontinues Publication of Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine
After eight years in print, the Retired Racehorse Project today announced that it will no longer produce its award-winning quarterly publication, Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine. The forthcoming winter issue will be the last.…
May 22, 2025
Request for Proposal: Contract Volunteer Coordinator
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is seeking proposals for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the Thoroughbred Makeover.…
December 20, 2022
Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members and Officers
The 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.…
October 13, 2023
The Celebration Continues at the Thoroughbred Makeover
The field is now set for the Thoroughbred Makeover Finale Championships.…
October 8, 2025
First Day of Preliminary Competition Concludes at 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover
The first day of preliminary competition at the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, has concluded and scores are now posted.…
October 13, 2022
Preliminary Competition Concludes at the #TBMakeover
Full results and scores are now available.…
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