Maryland Friends of the TRF Newsletter
May 2019
35 Years of Second Chances
Saving Horses, Saving Lives
New Year!!
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Springtime Greetings!
Warmest greetings to all of our Friends of the TRF in Maryland - we know it's an exciting time of year across the Maryland horse community!
We are happy to share this
second edition of the new "
Maryland Friends of the TRF Newsletter" to celebrate & showcase the support we are building for our horses and our TRF Second Chances Program in Maryland!
Since our first newsletter in January, we've had some great things happening in Maryland and we're delighted to share the news - and engage our friends in our efforts over the days ahead.
As a quick snapshot of Spring 2019 activities:
* Feb 6th: TRF Second Chances graduation. Congratulations to Richard!
* March 17th:
A special group of Maryland Friends of the TRF gathered at the beautiful Sagamore Farm on March 17th. Thanks to all who attended!
* April 18th: VIP Visit Day at TRF Second Chances Farm introduced a great group of Maryland Thoroughbred Industry Leaders to our horses, Sarah and the TRF Second Chances program.
Looking ahead to the summer 2019, we are excited to
announce the creation of our first TRF Sanctuary Farm in Maryland, in partnership with the
Renaissance Equestrian Foundation in Taneytown, MD.
Stay tuned for more details and our public announcement as we bring more TRF horses to Maryland as ambassadors for Thoroughbred Aftercare!
For now, enjoy the recap of recent events and be on the lookout for upcoming programs.
We'll be back in touch soon!
~ The TRF Team
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Help Wanted:
Silent Auction Items for June 1st
Open Barn
Do you know a favorite Maryland store, restaurant or winery that would like to support the horses with a basket or gift certificate for our Silent Auction?
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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TRF Second Chances Open Barn:
June 1 10am - 1pm
No Cost to Attend
, Treats for the Horses, Silent Auction, Baked Goods, BBQ and Crafts for the Kids!
TRF Second Chances Graduation:
June 6 10am - noon
Book Launch:
Racing Time
- A Memoir
by Patrick Smithwick
July 25 5:30 - 7:30pm
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
Saratoga Springs, NY
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BUILDING OUR TRF TEAM:
Are you ready to get
more involved
with this amazing program?
Extra Volunteers are Always Welcome on Open Barn Days
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A WORD of THANKS
to our first 2019
TRF Maryland Ambassadors
Derek Brown
Ramon & Sharon Dominguez
Graham & Anita Motion
Lawrence Holmes
Sagamore Racing
Natalie & Abby Sherman
Together, we invite the Maryland friends of the TRF to help us meet our $15,000 budget goal to care for the horses at the TRF Second Chances Program in Sykesville.
Click here to make your gift toward our Maryland horses!
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Check out
Popsocket & support the TRF horses!
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Recent Events in Maryland
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Feb 6, 2019:
Graduation at TRF Second Chances, Maryland
Program Manager, Sarah Stein, welcomed a group of VIPs to recognize and celebrate the graduations of Pete, Iran and Tyler.
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A
Special Thank You to
Jocelyn Brooks of Sagamore Racing for welcoming the friends of the TRF to the beautiful Sagamore Farm and to
Barbara Bent as our terrific TRF MD event volunteer!!
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March 17, 2019:
Maryland Friends of the TRF at Sagamore Farm
On a sunny St Patrick's Day Sunday, a diverse leaders of the Maryland Horse Industry for an afternoon at the history-filled "farmhouse on the hill" at Sagamore Farm.
The afternoon program included a brief
video about the TRF Second Chances Program, a message from TRF Board Member Maggie Wolfendale-Morley, an update on the current footprint of the TRF Herd and preview of future plans for expansion - in Maryland and nationally through the TRF Second Chances Program.
Director of Major Gifts & Planned Giving, Kim Weir, announced the start of a 2019 fundraising campaign to engage the Maryland horse community in supporting the care of the 6 horses at the TRF Second Chances program in Sykesville.
As of today, more than 35% of this target has been achieved thanks to the generous gifts of our TRF Maryland Ambassadors.
Help us reach our goal with your gift today!
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April 18, 2019:
VIP Visit Day at TRF Second Chances Program
Sykesville, MD
TRF Program Manager, Sarah Stein welcomed a special group of Maryland Thoroughbred industry visitors to meet the horses and the men involved in the TRF Second Chances Program at Sykesville.
Many thanks to those who attended!
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Would you like to suggest a VIP to participate in a VIP visit day at the TRF Second Chances farm?
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Pictured: Sarah Stein, TRF Program Manager; Cricket Goodall, Maryland Horse Breeders Association; Jessica Hammond, Beyond the Wire; Georganne Hale, Maryland Jockey Club; Carrie Hull, Maryland Horse Council; Derek Brown & Emily White; Jon Sack, and Stacie Nichols.
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Media Coverage for the TRF Second Chances Program
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May 2019:
TRF Second Chances featured on
In the Money Players' Podcast
Show #43: Preakness Wrap Plus TRF Visit
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Our thanks to the great team at the In the Money Players' Podcast for helping us share the mission of the TRF, and the impact of our TRF Second Chances Program,
through the words of Tyler
at our TRF Second Chances Program in Sykesville, MD. After a great lead in at the top of the show, the TRF segment starts at the 55min mark. Enjoy & Share!
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May 2019:
Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred
features TRF in May edition
"TRF looks to expand role in Maryland"
Our thanks to Tom LaMarra of Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred for capturing the vision of the TRF in Maryland through his story in the May edition of Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred. Pick up a copy and read all about the TRF's plans for 2019 - and beyond!
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May 2019:
TRF Featured on National Podcast
Because of Horses
"When the Winning Stops"
Earlier this month the TRF was featured on "Because of Horses". This in-depth interview covers the history of the TRF, our promise of lifelong sanctuary, our adoption policies, and our nationally recognized TRF Second Chances Program.
We encourage all friends of the TRF to listen and share with all their friends to spread the word. (No cost to subscribe)
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YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIRECT IMPACT in MD!
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All gifts to the TRF Second Chances program in Maryland go directly to support Sarah and the horses in Sykesville.
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If you wish for your gift to be used for a specific purchase,
type the item into the comments section
on the giving page to let us know.
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