We are so excited to welcome Donald Little III to our TRF Board of Directors!💚 Donald Little III, now Vice President of Sales at Centennial Farms, has been part of the thoroughbred racing world since he was born – his grandfather founded Centennial Farms, and his father has served as President and Co-Owner since 1990. A lifelong immersion in horses and racing has led to a unique understanding of Centennial and a passion for the industry. Just after his first year as VP, Little joined the Advisory Board at the Belmont Child Care Association. Donald graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and gained valuable experience in marketing and sales across sports and technology at the Boston Bruins, The Ski Monster, and Zappix. #aftercare #thoroughbredretirementfoundation #ThoroughbredRacing #HorseRacing #CentennialFarms #BoardOfDirectors #EquestrianLife #RacingIndustry

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Megan Knoell to the TRF Board of Directors!💚 Dr. Knoell grew up in Goshen, New York and is a graduate of Goshen Central High School. She attended SUNY-College of Environmental Science and Forestry, where she earned a Bachelor of Environmental Science. Dr. Knoell attended veterinary school at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Columbus, OH. Following graduation, she completed an equine surgical and medical internship at Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center in Cave Creek, AZ. She founded Knoellwood Equine in 2021 to provide a high level of individualized care to the horses in the area. She's gotten involved with several rescues and sanctuaries locally, Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation being one of them. She has a soft spot for Thoroughbreds and owns 3 herself. Dr. Knoell enjoys general medicine, managing geriatrics, and sports medicine. She also enjoys breeding, though it’s not the main focus of her practice. She is certified in Veterinary Acupuncture and Equine Spinal Medical Manipulation (chiropractic) through Chi University in Reddick, FL and practices both on horses regularly.During the rare times that Dr. Knoell is not working, she can be found with her daughter, Rachel, or on her family’s farm caring for her herd of horses. She currently has 3 dogs and more horses than should be counted, including several young homebred foals. #ThoroughbredRetirement #EquineCare #VeterinaryMedicine #BoardOfDirectors #HorseLovers

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our Belmont Pledge in support of the TRF!🐎💚 Because of their generosity and dedication to aftercare, our mission continues to thrive. Every pledge made a meaningful impact, and we are incredibly grateful to have such a passionate community standing behind these remarkable horses. Thank you for helping us honor the Thoroughbred beyond the finish line- @reredevaux , @morley_racing , @GrahamMotion , @DWhitBeckman , @Ameliajgreen , @mwmracing , George Weaver, @jose93_ortiz , @iradortiz , and Phipps Stable. #ThoroughbredRetirementFoundation #BelmontPledge #AftercareMatters #ThoroughbredAftercare #RetiredRacehorses #BelmontStakes #TRF

We had the opportunity to speak with Whit Beckman about why he chose to, once again, join the Belmont Pledge this year. As he put it, "finding the right place and giving them the support is probably the most important thing we do." We are beyond grateful for the opportunity to hear his perspective as we build excitement for another incredible Belmont weekend. 💚 #BelmontPledge #BelmontStakes #SaratogaSprings #ThoroughbredRacing

It was great to meet with, @mwmracing to talk about why he chose to join the Belmont Pledge once again this year. His commitment to dignified lifetime care continues to make an impact. We are beyond grateful for the opportunity to hear his perspective as we build excitement for another incredible Belmont weekend. 🏇💚 #BelmontPledge #BelmontStakes #SaratogaSprings #ThoroughbredRacing

Our #Belmont Pledge is gaining even more momentum!💚We are thrilled to welcome @reredevaux , @morley_racing , @GrahamMotion , @jose93_ortiz , @iradortiz , and Phipps Stable, alongside returning pledgers @DWhitBeckman , @Ameliajgreen , @mwmracing , and George Weaver. #BelmontFestival

The Belmont Pledge is back, with 4 trainers committing a portion of their Belmont Festival earnings to support the TRF. 💚 We invite additional trainers, owners, and jockeys to become part of the Belmont Pledge and stand behind the long-term responsibility of aftercare.

“We’re in it for the long haul!” 💚 We’re proud to welcome Brook Ledge Horse Transportation as our first Corporate Impact Partner! 🐴 Interested in becoming a Corporate Impact Partner or know a business that aligns with our mission? We’d love to connect. #ThoroughbredAftercare

We welcomed the bp/Thorntons Leadership Team to Chestnut Hall for a volunteer morning supporting TRF. They learned about our mission and met the amazing horses in our herd. Their generous paddock sponsorship helps provide lifelong care for retired thoroughbreds.

Meet Raisin' Silver! She absolutely thrives on attention and never misses an opportunity to splash around in puddles or water troughs. Raisin' Silver is enjoying her life in sanctuary and is also sponsorable! trfinc.org/sponsor-a-horse/ 💚🐴 #NationalSecondChanceMonth #SecondChances

Here is a snapshot of our 2026 Annual Appeal Letter that highlights the future of the TRF. Be part of our mission this year💚 donorbox.org/trf-holiday-202… #AnnualAppeal #CommunityImpact #GiveBack #thoroughbredretirementfoundation #thoroughbred #racehorses #aftercare

Happy CATurday! Meet Cinch and Stetson our resident barn bosses at Nash Family Farm. Visit our sponsorship page to learn more! trfinc.org/sponsor-a-horse//… 🐴🐈 #BarnCats #FarmFamily #SecondChances #TRFFamily #NashFamilyFarm #HappyCATurday #BarnLife

Meet Trippi's Sailor- a true sweetheart. She thrives on attention and loves any chance to splash around and play in the water. Trippi's Sailor is also sponsorable. Sponsoring her is a beautiful way to support not only her care, but the life-changing mission she represents. 💚

Happy CATurday! Meet Mama Kitty, the true "mama" of the barn at Lowell Correctional Facility! Visit our sponsorship page to support these our other barn cats and some of the amazing members of our herd. 💚 #BarnCats #NationalSecondChanceMonth

Meet Jade Master 💚 He kind of horse who captures your heart the moment you meet him. This sweet Thoroughbred is a member of our herd at the YOI Juvenile Program in Ocala, FL, where he is making an incredible impact through the TRF Second Chances Program!

A wide range of equine professionals donate their time to share their expertise with the women in our TRF Second Chances program at Lowell Correctional Facility. A huge thank you to Carol Ann Hall and Katie Snyder, along with all of our speakers that make the time to join us!💚

Happy CATurday! 🐈 Meet Bonca and Pebbles, two of the most important members of our farm family at Wallkill Correctional. Visit our sponsorship page to support these two special barn cats and check out even more amazing members of our herd. 💚 #BarnCats #NationalSecondChanceMonth

Meet Henrik Rules! This Kentucky-bred bay gelding is the definition of a showstopper. Beyond his striking presence is a gentle soul who reminds us what these programs are all about: the power of second chances. Stay tuned as we introduce more amazing horses from our herd!💚

April is National Second Chance Month. 💚 At the TRF, second chances are at the heart of everything we do. Through our TRF Second Chances Programs, we create meaningful opportunities for both retired racehorses and the people whose lives they touch. #NationalSecondChanceMonth