Thirty-nine Thoroughbred aftercare organizations have been awarded accreditation for 2024, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced Thursday.
The 39 organizations include 38 organizations who are continuing their accreditation and one that earned accreditation this year. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance now has a network of 84 organizations with approximately 172 facilities in North America.
The new organization earning accreditation this year is Champions Retreat.
“We are excited to announce the accreditation of 84 organizations this year,” said Janice Towles, Director of Accreditation and Grants, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. “Their unwavering dedication to meeting the highest standards in Thoroughbred aftercare underscores their commitment to the retraining, retirement, and rehoming of these horses. This achievement reflects a collective effort to ensure a brighter future for Thoroughbreds after their racing careers.”
Stacie Clark Rogers, Operations Consultant, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, added, “We commend all the organizations that applied for accreditation this year. It is a rigorous process in which applicants undergo a series of reviews and inspections covering all aspects of their organization to demonstrate their adherence to the Code of Standards. All accredited applicants have shown adherence to non-profit operational standards and a remarkable commitment to excellence in Thoroughbred aftercare, reflecting their dedication to these horses and their futures.”
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