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BEST was proud to be part of today's Flag Day Parade.πΊπ²π₯³π
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Our KRAV MAGA Personal Safety Program is underway! π
Backstretch workers learned practical self-defense skills, situational awareness, and personal safety strategies during the first session.
Thank you to Mark of K2Strong and Saratoga Hospital for making this program possible!
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#Belmont Week Best Turned Out highlights:
Alberto (Ray Handal)
Humberto Gonzalez (Mark Casse)
Andreas (Tom Morley)
Hermenegil Tepalcingo (Mark Casse)
Roberto Rodriguez (David Duggan)
Thank you to all the grooms for their dedication, and to Adelphi for supporting this program. π
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A big thank you to everyone who visited the NYRA Community Booth on Belmont Stakes Day! Your support for the backstretch community means so much. See you on Travers Day! ππ
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#BelmontStakes Day is here! Stop by the Community Booth at Saratoga Race Course to grab the new BEST merch. π§’π
Every purchase supports BEST's programs and services for the backstretch community.π
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Thank you, NYRA, for being such great BEST merch models! π
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BEST is thrilled to partner with Bikeatoga again! π²
During their first visit of the season, volunteers repaired 20 bikes for Saratoga backstretch workers, helping keep our community moving all summer long. Thank you, Bikeatoga! π
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#BelmontStakes is almost here! π
Stop by the NYRA Community Booth to meet the BEST team, learn about our work, and check out this yearβs limited Belmont merch.π
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A heartfelt thank you to @SkidmoreCollege and our amazing volunteers for supporting BEST through the Give Go program!
Your generosity helps provide essential items to the hardworking backstretch community who care for the horses every day.ππ
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During #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, and every month, BEST highlights the importance of mental well-being and provides essential support services for the NY backstretch community because mental health is health. π
Caring for the people who care for the horses.π
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Thank you to Forno Bistro and DZ Restaurants for hosting in support of BEST. Thoroughbredz beer will be available all summer at all 3 DZ locations, with a portion of sales benefiting BEST and backstretch workers. π»π
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π At the Track & Giving Back.
Reserve The BEST Box at Saratoga Race Course and enjoy race day while supporting the backstretch workers who care for the horses every day. 100% of proceeds benefit healthcare, mental health support, and essential services.
Book Box C4: link in bio
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Prepared. Educated. Empowered. π
BEST recently hosted Narcan training to help equip the backstretch community with lifesaving skills.
Every person trained is another person prepared to help save a life.
And yes, Mochi joined too πΎ
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Thanks to @fornobistro for supporting BEST and backstretch workers! Join us May 20 for Thoroughbredz: First Pour on the Patio with Ramon DomΓnguez, @TdurkTom, beer tastings, and more. Plus, 25% of dinner sales support the backstretch community.
Tickets in bio!
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Just one month until #saratoga comes alive again on June 3!
And weβll be there for the backstretch community behind it all.
Visit bestbackstretch.org to see whatβs happening this summer.ππ
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Morning training is back in #Saratoga!
As the Oklahoma track comes alive again, so does the daily work of the backstretch community, caring for horses before sunrise, every single day.
BEST is proud to support the people behind the scenes who make it all possible.π
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Once tiny humansβ¦ now the faces behind the essential care and outreach on the backstretch.ππ
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Rooftop views. Champagne. LIVE 3rd race call. π₯π
Join us in Saratoga for an unforgettable afternoon, 100% of proceeds support BEST.
ποΈ Limited spots | Fully tax-deductible
π Link in bio.
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Springβs here, the track is calling! π
Join BESTβs Volunteer Recruitment Event (speed-dating style!) and find your perfect way to support the backstretch community.
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April 26, 1 PM
π The Rail at 1863
π RSVP via link in bio.
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$7,500 is the new goal!
Weβve hit $5K, thank you for supporting the backstretch community π
Theyβre the heartbeat of racing, and BEST makes sure theyβre not navigating healthcare alone.
πHelp us cross the finish line: link in bio.
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