Bringing some much-needed good news to close out an unprecedented year of hardships, CARMA (California Retirement Management Account) is awarding $300,000 to 19 approved Thoroughbred aftercare organizations through its annual grant process. I can’t say enough positive things about our grant recipients this year. In light of all the challenges 2020 posed, they did a Read More
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2021 Santa Anita Calendars to Benefit Retired Racehorses
It’s the most charitable time of the year! We are hoping for some holiday magic in the final three weeks of 2020. If you donate $20 or more by December 31st, we will send you a limited edition 2021 Santa Anita Park calendar as a thank you – while supplies last. Help us take care Read More
Santa Anita’s Runhappy Winner’s Circle Fan Cut-Outs to Benefit CARMA
Santa Anita’s Runhappy Winner’s Circle Fan Cut-Outs to Benefit CARMA While racing fans are notably and sadly absent from Santa Anita’s Autumn Meet due to COVID-19 restrictions, they can still be there in spirit with the new Virtual Runhappy Winner’s Circle Fan Cut-Outs. Similar to the cut-outs seen in Major League Baseball stadiums in the Read More
Thoroughbred Classic Holiday Horse Show Canceled
Because of restrictions on events held in Los Angeles County due to COVID-19, CARMA, unfortunately, must cancel the Thoroughbred Classic Holiday Horse Show which was scheduled for December 5 – 6, 2020 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. While we are saddened by the cancellation, we put the health and safety of our competitors, staff, Read More
CARMA Set to Shine on Pacific Classic Day
Amidst the wide-ranging effects of COVID-19, the California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) has taken its annual fundraiser to the world wide web and will also be live on TVG on Saturday, August 22, 2020. The event named CARMAthon 2020, a playful nod to old-school telethons, hopes to generate online donations from the racing industry and equine enthusiasts through CARMA’s website. The donations will help fund its grant program, which assists more than 20 thoroughbred aftercare charities. Read More
July Placement Program Graduates
Despite most things in the world being on hold, retired racing Thoroughbreds are still finding great new homes and careers. In July, two of our horses graduated the Placement Program and are thriving with aftercare charities. If you’d like to help retired racehorses, please make a donation, and remember to follow along with our social Read More