A market-based approach to aftercare


The RRP Mission

The Retired Racehorse Project facilitates the placement of Thoroughbred ex-racehorses in second careers in equestrian sports. We serve the farms, trainers, and organizations that aid in their transition.
152
% INCREASE
IN HORSES ENTERED IN MAKEOVER SINCE 2015
$9,800
Average
Reported Makeover Graduated Sale Price
121,890
attendees + livestream
Makeover attendees and livestream views for 2019
$25,528,000
Total investment
By trainers in makeover horses since 2013

With a market-based approach to aftercare, the Retired Racehorse Project seeks to educate, empower and inspire more equestrians to get involved with Thoroughbred ex-racehorses.

Your support helps us continue that good work!


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"Buckland is proud to stand behind the RRP and the important role they play in aftercare. Their work to expand the market for off-track Thoroughbreds makes it easier for organizations and individuals to place them in capable hands after racing."
Zach Madden, Buckland Sales Agency
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"TCA has supported RRP for a decade because their programs successfully work to create a market and demand for former racers. This work is an integral part of Thoroughbred aftercare."
Erin Halliwell, Thoroughbred Charities of America
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"The RRP has been nothing short of a force for Thoroughbred aftercare -- what the organization has done for the value of a retired racehorse is absolutely incredible. The RRP has also created a platform for trainers that specialize in transitioning Thoroughbreds into second careers. It is because of the RRP that I have been able to build a business doing what I love and I now have a second career of my own!” "Buckland is proud to stand behind the RRP and the important role they play in aftercare. Their work to expand the market for off-track Thoroughbreds makes it easier for organizations and individuals to place them in capable hands after racing."
Rosie Napravnik
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“The Thoroughbred Makeover is a huge commitment and not something to be taken lightly, but the RRP staff are amazing in the communications department with webinars and live events. I got all of my questions answered about the Makeover, the Kentucky Horse Park, and the arrival exam, but also got a lot of out of the educational webinars too, including equine nutrition, OTTB research, and panel discussion with past trainers.”
Tammy Botsford, Makeover Participant

    Off-Track Thoroughbred News

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    Magazine exclusive

    august 1, 2022

    RRP to Host The Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program Barrel Racing Championships at the Thoroughbred Makeover

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    August 1, 2021

    Keeneland Returns as Sponsor of Arrival Exam and Finale Jog at Thoroughbred Makeover

    The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that Keeneland has returned as the sponsor for the Arrival Exam and Finale Jogs at the combined 2020 and 2021 Thoroughbred Makeover. The Arrival Exam and Finale Jogs are the most prominent equine safety and welfare initiatives at the Makeover.

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