Racetracks across the country will pay tribute to National Disability Independence Day and raise awareness and funds for the Jockeys' Guild and Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF) the week of July 27.
Racetracks will host activities this upcoming Saturday, while several racetracks that do not host live racing on that day will be participating on another date during the week.
Fans and industry participants may contribute to the PDJF at www.PDJF.org.
“I am honored by how this sport and the racing fans have given so much to me both before and after my injury in 1978,” said Triple Crown-winning rider Ron Turcotte. “One of the things I am most proud of is being affiliated with the PDJF and the work that the PDJF is able to provide permanently disabled jockeys. This work would not be possible without the support of the jockeys and all involved in hosting Jockeys Across America Day at racetracks around the country.”
Jockeys are expected to participate in various activities to support the PDJF while paying tribute to National Disability Independence Day, which marks the 34th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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