Education
September 21, 2023
The Real Rider Cup Wraps Up Milestone Year in Fair Hill
The Real Rider Cup raised over $140,000 this year for Thoroughbred aftercare!…
News
August 24, 2026
Retired Racehorse Project Announces Charity Polo Match for 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover
New for 2026, the Retired Racehorse Project will host a charity polo match during the Thoroughbred Makeover at the Kentucky Horse Park. The Friday evening event will feature polo, a performance by the Cadillac Cowgirls, tailgating, food trucks, and more,…
March 2, 2026
Retired Racehorse Project Announces 2026-2030 Strategic Plan
The RRP announced today the unveiling of its new strategic plan, designed to expand support services, strengthen the Thoroughbred Makeover, and deepen collaboration across the racing, equestrian and aftercare sectors.…
June 10, 2024
Anonymous Donor to Match $4,500 in RRP’s Fund-a-Need Campaign
This pledged contribution will be matched in a series of monthly fundraisers to double the impact of donations.…
October 2, 2024
Follow Along with the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover
The banner event of the Retired Racehorse Project is coming October 9-12! Here’s how to follow all the action.…
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.…
February 17, 2026
Accepted Trainers Announced for 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the list of participating trainers accepted to compete at the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, taking place on October 7-10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…
September 21, 2022
Fourth Annual Thoroughbred Aftercare Summit to Take Place at Thoroughbred Makeover
The Summit takes place on October 11.…
September 13, 2024
Churchill Downs Incorporated Returns as Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover Champion
This title is awarded to the horse selected by a panel of judges as having the highest level of training at the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…
October 21, 2022
2022 Thoroughbred Makeover & National Symposium Showcases Thoroughbreds in Second Careers
The event championed the trainability and athleticism of the recently-retired Thoroughbred.…
January 30, 2025
James & Shari Ough Donate $25,000 to Increase Prize Money at Thoroughbred Makeover
This additional prize money will offer payout through tenth place for the new Championship format that debuts this year.…
April 11, 2023
RRP is Hiring!
Job descriptions and application link can be found here for development team member and program assistant.…
January 12, 2026
Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members, Advisory Council Members
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the addition of five new members to its board of directors elected at the organization’s December board meeting.…
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!…
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.…
July 2, 2025
2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting Donations
Can you make a contribution to support the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) on Thoroughbred aftercare’s largest stage?…
September 27, 2024
Real Rider Cup Fair Hill Raises $80,000 for Thoroughbred Aftercare, Announces Plans To Go West
As of this writing, the event has raised over $600,000 for Thoroughbred aftercare and Motion has a vision to expand the event model to benefit more aftercare entities.…
February 15, 2024
396 Trainers Accepted to 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover
Accepted trainers have signed up to bring a total of 416 horses.…
January 12, 2024
RRP to Host Aftercare Industry Month Virtual Conference
Aftercare Industry Month is coming in February!…
June 6, 2023
2023 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting Donations
Do you want to make a contribution to support the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) on Thoroughbred aftercare’s largest stage?…
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