Our Impact for
Retired CA Racehorses
These funds support the rehabilitation, retraining, and rehoming of retired racehorses across California.
Our Placement Program rehomes retired racehorses directly, and our grants help thousands more.
Since 2008, CARMA has led the charge in responsible retirement for racehorses in California.
CARMA
CARMA is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing funding for the rehabilitation, retraining and/or retirement of California-raced Thoroughbred horses.
Please help us support retired racehorses!
Placement Program
As a service to Thoroughbred owners and trainers who need help retiring their racehorses, CARMA’s Placement Program is a safe way to transition the horse into the next phase of its life. Since its introduction, the program has assisted more than 400 horses and connected them to homes as equestrian mounts, therapeutic animals, and companions.
Aftercare Charities
Since 2008, CARMA has granted over $6.3 million to non-profit organizations that retire, retrain and re-home Thoroughbreds that have raced at partnering tracks in California. To date, more than 4,500 horses have been helped through our grant process.
Messineo Makeover Scholarship
The Messineo Makeover Scholarship funds West Coast travel to the Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover, helping showcase CARMA Placement Program graduates and promote off-the-track Thoroughbred adoption. Made possible through a legacy gift from Nancy Messineo.
RECENT NEWS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Legacy on the Greens
Legacy on the Greens – Armen Zennedjian Classic is a charity golf tournament honoring Armen Zennedjian's legacy while raising funds for CARMA and the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund through a day of golf, community, and giving back.
June 22nd, 2026
The Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit
The Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit is a biennial industry conference hosted at Keeneland that brings together leaders in breeding, racing, veterinary medicine, and research to advance initiatives that improve the safety, soundness, and welfare of Thoroughbred racehorses.
June 25th, 2026
HRWA at Del Mar
HRWA x Del Mar Racing brings together racing fans and industry professionals for an afternoon of racing, networking, and conversation celebrating the women shaping Thoroughbred racing and aftercare.
July 23rd, 2026
CARMAthon
CARMAthon is CARMA’s annual fundraiser supporting retired California racehorses through rehabilitation, retraining, rehoming, and lifelong care after their racing careers end.
August 8th, 2026
CARMA Grant Applications Close
CARMA Grants applications close Friday, July 31st. Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for funding support that helps Thoroughbreds thrive beyond the racetrack.
July 31st, 2026
Team CARMA Heads to Thoroughbred Makeover
Team CARMA is heading to the Thoroughbred Makeover, October 7–10th as CARMA Placement Program graduates take the national stage in Kentucky.
October 7th, 2026
Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity that supports CARMA's mission of funding rehabilitation, retraining, rehoming, and lifelong care for California's retired racehorses.
December 1st, 2026
