Image Caption: From left to right: Anisette, Prince Abama, Savel, Beach Hero, Cali Bay By Jay Privman Call them the Magnificent Seven. Seven former racehorses, all recently retired from racing and in the process of moving on to their second careers via grants from CARMA, will represent Sandia Creek’s Pony Club this October 7-10 at Read More
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CARMA Announces 2026 Messineo Makeover Scholarship Recipients
CARMA is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Messineo Makeover Scholarship, a program created through a generous legacy gift from longtime CARMA supporter Nancy Messineo. The scholarship helps graduates of the CARMA Placement Program compete at the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, held October 7–10, 2026, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Read More
CARMA Participates in National Welfare and Safety Summit
CARMA was proud to attend the 12th Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit, hosted by the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation and The Jockey Club at Keeneland. The biennial conference brings together leaders from across the Thoroughbred industry to advance discussions on equine safety, welfare, and the future of racing. This year’s agenda included a Read More
Bid Now on Two Exclusive Del Mar Experiences Benefiting CARMA
CARMA is excited to offer two exclusive Del Mar racetrack experiences through our eBay charity auction, with all proceeds benefiting CARMA. 🏇 Del Mar Opening Day Clubhouse Box for 7 Friday, July 17, 2026 Celebrate the start of the Del Mar season from a private Clubhouse Box located directly on the finish line. This Read More
Giving Tuesday
Support CARMA this Giving Tuesday and help provide meaningful second chances for California-raced Thoroughbreds after their racing careers end. Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity dedicated to supporting causes that make a real impact. By donating to CARMA, you help fund rehabilitation, retraining, placement, and lifelong sanctuary support for Thoroughbreds transitioning into their Read More
Messineo Makeover Scholarship Applications Due End of May
Applications for the Nancy Messineo Makeover Scholarship close May 31st. Don’t miss the opportunity to receive travel support for your CARMA Placement Program graduate heading to the Thoroughbred Makeover. The Nancy Messineo Makeover Scholarship was created to help offset the significant travel costs that often make it difficult for West Coast competitors to attend the Read More