The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the addition of five new members to its board of directors elected at the organization’s December board meeting.…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the return of its popular Aftercare Industry Month (AIM) for February 2026, presented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation (TERF).…

Applications are open January 2nd through the 19th.…

Aftercare Industry Month is coming in February!…

First run as a pilot program in 2023, the Former Broodmare division is now an official competition avenue at the Thoroughbred Makeover.…

New for 2026, the Retired Racehorse Project will host a charity polo match during the Thoroughbred Makeover at the Kentucky Horse Park. The Friday evening event will feature polo, a performance by the Cadillac Cowgirls, tailgating, food trucks, and more,…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) and Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) jointly announced today that TCA has returned as the title sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, the banner event of the RRP.…

The Retired Racehorse Project has built a true community dedicated to increasing demand for Thoroughbreds beyond racing. Former connections cheer their horses home at the Thoroughbred Makeover. Volunteers dedicate their time and energy to helping produce events. Aftercare professionals network…

The award is now designed to recognize a Thoroughbred Makeover graduate horse which has gone on to serve as an ambassador for the athleticism and trainability of the retired racehorse in its career beyond racing…

Named for past chief steward Bill Kraatz, who passed away in 2022, the Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award recognizes a Thoroughbred Makeover graduate horse that has gone on to serve as an ambassador for the athleticism and trainability of the retired…

Volunteer sign-ups are now open for the “happiest horse show on earth”!…

Taking place October 8-11 at the Kentucky Horse Park, the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, celebrated its tenth anniversary in its current location and overall format.…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) and Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) jointly announced today that TCA will return as presenting sponsor of the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, the RRP’s banner event. TCA’s commitment to improving the lives and…

The RRP announced today the unveiling of its new strategic plan, designed to expand support services, strengthen the Thoroughbred Makeover, and deepen collaboration across the racing, equestrian and aftercare sectors.…

The Real Rider Cup raised over $140,000 this year for Thoroughbred aftercare!…

The world’s largest and most lucrative retraining competition for recently-retired racehorses takes place on October 11-14, 2023 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, awarding over $100,000 in prize money.…

Take a deep dive into the stats and trends we’re seeing in this year’s Makeover class!…

The Vendor Fair will run throughout the competition from October 7-10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…

Accepted trainers have signed up to bring a total of 416 horses.…

The top title went to Big Fame, trained by Angela Carmitchel.…