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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

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

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

Image Caption: Kiersti Wylie and CARMA Grad Red King at the Thoroughbred Makeover The Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation (SCRAF) is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming horses in need. Based at Sandia Creek Ranch, a 30-acre sanctuary in Fallbrook, CA, SCRAF provides a safe space for horses to decompress, regain trust, and receive expert Read More

Image Caption: Chanel Minnifield and CARMA Grad Digital Soldier of Zen Heart Horsemanship CARMA is proud to welcome Zen Heart Horsemanship as a first-time aftercare grant recipient! Founded in 2022 by women of color and inspired by the legendary racehorse Zenyatta, Zen Heart is dedicated to nurturing the unique journeys of both horses and humans. Read More