Experience the excitement of Del Mar’s Opening Day with this exclusive clubhouse box, generously donated to support CARMA. This box is right on the finish line and enjoys shade all day while being conveniently located near concessions, restrooms, and a bar. Food service is also available at the box. This is a private box Read More
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Celebrating the Heart of Aftercare: Volunteers
At the core of many successful aftercare stories is a community of volunteers. These compassionate, dedicated individuals show up day after day to help retired racehorses prep for their second career (and sometimes, they even end up adopting the horses they’ve grown to love!). Whether they are mucking stalls or working horses on a lunge Read More
Applications Now Open: $10,000 Messineo Makeover Scholarship
We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the Messineo Makeover Scholarship—a $10,000 annual fund made possible by a generous legacy gift from Nancy Messineo. This scholarship supports CARMA Placement Program graduates competing in the Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky, helping to offset training, travel, and stabling costs. Eligibility Requirements: ✔️ Must be competing Read More
CARMAthon 2025 Save the Date!
Our annual CARMAthon fundraiser returns Saturday August 16th, 2025. Save the date and check back later for more information!
Aftercare Partner Spotlight: Healing Arenas
Meet Aftercare Partner Healing Arenas, a nonprofit based in Nevada that retrains retired racehorses for equine-assisted therapy programs. Through their Stable Vets project, First Responder support, and corporate team-building programs, Healing Arenas helps veterans, first responders, and individuals coping with trauma find healing through the powerful connection between horse and human. These former racehorses, once Read More
Aftercare Partner Spotlight: Old Friends Equine
Old Friends Equine, located in Georgetown, Kentucky, offers something special — a retirement sanctuary where former racehorses, including Kentucky Derby winners and fan favorites, can live out their days in comfort while continuing to inspire. Unlike many aftercare programs, Old Friends welcomes stallions, providing a rare opportunity for these champions to enjoy retirement in a Read More