December 5, 2024 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Rulebook Now AvailableRevisions to rules are indicated in red and clarifications are indicated in blue.…Read More
June 2, 2025 2025 Bill Kraatz Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award Now Open For NominationsNamed in memory of beloved chief steward Bill Kraatz, the 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 racehorse in its career beyond…Read More
February 17, 2026 Accepted Trainers Announced for 2026 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the list of participating trainers accepted to compete at the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, taking place on October 7-10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…Read More
October 9, 2024 First Day of Competition Is In the Books at the 2024 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe first day of preliminary competition has wrapped!…Read More
September 13, 2024 Churchill Downs Incorporated Returns as Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover ChampionThis title is awarded to the horse selected by a panel of judges as having the highest level of training at the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
January 2, 2024 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Open for SubmissionApplications are open January 2nd through the 19th.…Read More
November 16, 2023 Retired Racehorse Project Discontinues Publication of Off-Track Thoroughbred MagazineAfter eight years in print, the Retired Racehorse Project today announced that it will no longer produce its award-winning quarterly publication, Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine. The forthcoming winter issue will be the last.…Read More
October 12, 2024 Big Fame Is Named 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Champion, Sponsored by Churchill Downs Inc.The top title went to Big Fame, trained by Angela Carmitchel.…Read More
January 20, 2026 ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship Returns for 2026 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that thanks to funding by the ASPCA Right Horse Reimagining Racers Grant, the ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship returns for the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
October 1, 2025 RRP Announces 2025 Makeover Champions ParticipantsThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the list of former breeders, owners, trainers, stallion farms and other connections participating in Makeover Champions, the RRP’s initiative to encourage more public support of Thoroughbreds in careers beyond racing via the Thoroughbred…Read More
July 2, 2025 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting DonationsCan you make a contribution to support the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) on Thoroughbred aftercare’s largest stage?…Read More
August 29, 2022 Real Rider Cup Returns to Fair Hill Thoroughbred Show in MD With Strong Lineup of Horses & RidersThe Real Rider Cup, a charity show jumping event created by Anita Motion to benefit Thoroughbred aftercare, is once again bringing the racing and equestrian worlds together in Fair Hill, MD.…Read More
August 25, 2022 Meet the Horses of the 2022 Thoroughbred MakeoverEach Thoroughbred Makeover class offers valuable insights into aftercare: learn more about this year’s entries!…Read More
December 20, 2022 Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members and OfficersThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is pleased to announce the election of a new board chair, Richard Lamb, and vice chair, Jodie Vella-Gregory, along with the addition of two new board members: Dr. Shannon Reed and Sissy Wickes.…Read More
September 18, 2023 Thoroughbred Charities of America Returns as Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover and National SymposiumTCA has supported the RRP since 2012.…Read More
October 11, 2023 First Day of Competition Concludes at the 2023 Thoroughbred MakeoverOver 300 horses are competing at the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover!…Read More
April 4, 2025 The Thoroughbreds of the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day EventGet to know the Thoroughbreds taking on the 5* and 4* divisions at this year’s Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event!…Read More
April 8, 2025 The Thoroughbred Lovers’ Guide to the 2025 Kentucky Three-Day EventThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) will have a presence at Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event on April 24-27 at the Kentucky Horse Park!…Read More
March 2, 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Announces 2026-2030 Strategic PlanThe 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.…Read More
August 5, 2025 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover Clinics Open to GraduatesWe’re excited to welcome back graduate horses to the Thoroughbred Makeover for clinic opportunities this fall!…Read More