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For I did the job man asked of me

 

Now I await a sanctuary partner patiently

 

A special person that I can adore

 

And secure my future forever more!

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Have you ever wanted to own or interact with a horse but for many different reasons could not? Well now is your chance to become part of a horse's life through our Equi Sanctuary Partner Program. Not only will you be helping a horse but you will  also be helping  our organization to provide the ongoing care that is required each and every month for a retired sanctuary horse.  Under the Equi Sanctuary Partner Program you will be able to sponsor a horse of your choice, you will receive an 8 x 10 photograph of your horse. You will receive an Equi Sanctuary Partner plaque with your name and the name of the horse that you have chosen to partner with engraved on the plaque when you sponsor a horse at the $100 a month level level or higher. You may even schedule a visit with the horse you have chosen to partner with. Visitations may only be scheduled from May through October each year.  ( A signed Waiver Liability form is required prior to any visit). 

So whether you are an individual or business/corporation sign up today as an Equi Sanctuary Partner (ESP) and make a difference in the life of a horse. You will be rewarded many times over knowing the love and beauty of a thoroughbred horse that is magical. Your sponsorship donation each month is tax deductible.  Just click on the monthly amount that you would like to contribute each month and hit Subscribe or you may mail a check each month to R.A.C.E. Fund, Inc., 8031 Rabbit Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17112. You may Unsubscribe at any time to stop your monthly contribution.  Note: A horse may have more than one sponsor as long as the combined sponsorship amount does not exceed the maximum monthly sponsorship of $250 a month.)

 

There are many sanctuary horses in need of sponsorship not only at our organization but at many other fine non profit rescue organizations as well so if you decide that one of our horses is not a match for you we encourage checking with other organizations to see if they have a better fit for you.  All horse deserve a safe and loving retirement.

                 Won't You Become an Equi Sanctuary Partner Today?

       Exchange Girl

Sponsored by MF

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Exchange Girl aka EG is a dark bay thoroughbred mare by Omega Code out of Smart Exchange.  She was born on March 20, 2009. She is FL bred and had 15 careers starts with lifetime earning of $8,737.  EG  was rescued at 3 years old from the kill pen. She has inoperable chips in both knees but is pasture sound. She would make a good companion for another horse but for now she is in need of an Equine Sanctuary Partner of her own. Sadly she has never had a sponsor but we are hopeful that someone special will be her ESP.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

J.B.'s Annie

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J.B.'s Annie aka Annie is a dark bay thoroughbred mare by Roy out of Funny Star. She was born on May 20, 1999. She is New York bred and had 42 career starts with lifetime earning of $144,548.  Annie was a broodmare after her racing career and had 4 live foals.   Annie is a sweet girl but tends to be a loner at times grazing by herself but never too far away from her pasture mates.  Annie would also be good companion horse for another horse. The R.A.C.E. Fund saved Annie from going to slaughter in December 2016. Located in Thurmont, MD.

Sponsored by TS

A  Sharp

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Sponsored by PM 

A Sharp aka Storm is a gray thoroughbred gelding. Born on April 1, 1999 he is by Defrere out of Impulsive Princess.  He is PA bred and had 14 starts with lifetime earning of $3,981. He is a love bug to be around and he gets along well with other horses as well. Storm would make a great companion horse and buddy for another horse but for now he is in need of an Equi Sanctuary Partner of his own. The R.A.C.E. Fund saved Storm from going to slaughter November 2014.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

Swimtime

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Needs an Equi Sanctuary Partner

Swimtime is a chestnut thoroughbred gelding.  He is by Cisco Road out of Don't Say Maybe He was born on March 29, 2000. He is WA bred and had 31 career starts with lifetime earning of $43, 125. He loves attention and peppermints. We think his nickname should be Michael Phelps.  He is very much in need of his own Equi-Sanctuary Partner to be a part of his life.  He would also make a great companion for another horse.  The R.A.C.E. Fund rescued Swimtime from going to slaughter in July 2017.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

Cinderella on Ice

Needs an Equi Sanctuary Partner
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Cinderella on Ice aka Ella is a bay thoroughbred mare. She is by Fast N Royal out of Ice Song. She was born on March 12, 2003. She is FL bred and had 10 career starts with lifetime earnings of $21,826. Ella was rescued from going to slaughter in October 2016. She is a pretty mare and has an apprehensive nature so it takes time to get to know her and her ways. She has never had a sponsor and very much needs one to help provide for her ongoing care.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

Victory Assured

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Victory Assured aka VA is a bay thoroughbred gelding. He is by Victory Gallop out of Lady Sucree. He is NY bred and was born on April 25, 2004. He had 33 career starts with lifetime earning of $110,291. His sire Victory Gallop was a multiple graded stakes winner and won the 1998 Belmont Stakes. Victory Assured is now blind in his right eye but sees very well out of his left eye. He loves attention and peppermints and is one of the kindest and sweetest horses you will ever meet.  Victory Assured was saved from going to slaughter in November 2014. Located in Thurmont, MD. 

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Ibedarn

Ibedarn is a bay thoroughbred mare. She is KY bred and  by Aldebaran out of Sauntering and she was born on January 24, 2006. She had 8 careers starts and lifetime earning of $4723.00. Ibedarn is a beautiful mare. She is friendly but on her own terms as it takes her a little longer to trust than the others.  When she was rescued she had a deep saucer fracture of her cannon bone which required several months of stall rest to heal. She is in love with Leon Royale and follows him everywhere.  She has never had a sponsor and very much needs one of her own.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

Sponsored by LH

Needs an Equi Sanctuary Partner

Leon Royale

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Leon Royale aka Leon is a bay thoroughbred gelding. He is by Lion Heart out of Launch A Double. He is KY bred and was born on January 24, 2007.  He had 33 career starts and lifetime earnings of $93,816. His sire Lion Heart was second in the 2004 KY Derby and won the Haskell Invitational Handicap. Leon is the alpha horse leader of the pack. He has inoperable chips in both knees but is pasture sound.  He is extremely smart and kind and quite the character. . He is the first one to meet you at the gate. Everyone falls in love with Leon.  A gentle giant who has a lot of love to give.  Located in Thurmont, MD.

In loving Memory of Carr se Rage aka Carley -May 26, 1991 to May 11th, 2023

Carr de Rage aka Carley was the grand dame of our sanctuary horses. She was born on May 26, 1991 in NY. We rescued Carley twice, once in 2011 from going to slaughter and again in 2016 due to a failed adoption. Carley's race record shows she had 11 starts and made $4,415. She was also a broodmare after racing and gave life to three foals. In 2011 she ended up at the New Holland Auction with her long time companion Missy Bates. We rescued both horses. Missy Bates sadly went blind and  died in 2016.  Carley was the sweetest and kindest mare. She loved our alpha horse Leon Royale and followed him everywhere as long as she could. Carley lived to be 32 years old. On May 11th, 2023 we laid her to rest due to arthritis and infirmities of old age. She will forever be in our hearts. She will never be forgotten.

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Carr de Rage

Grand Bailout

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In loving Memory of Grand Bailout-April 26, 2006 to January 17th, 2020

Grand Bailout aka David's Angel is a bay thoroughbred gelding. He is by Lion Heart out of Princess Grand.  He was KY bred and was born on April, 28, 2006.  He had 14 careers starts and lifetime earning of $48,550. He and Leon Royale have the same sire Lion Heart and he had the same gentle nature that Leon does.  Grand Bailout was rescued from going to slaughter in 2006.  He was a love bug and very much loved by many. He passed away on January 17, 2020 due to a leg injury.  He will never be forgotten. 

Chocolate Knight

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In loving Memory of Chocolate Knight May 4th, 2000 to June 16th, 2019.

Chocolate Knight aka Choco was born on May 4, 2000. He was by Medieval Rival out of Tothethirdpower. He had 71 career starts encompassing 9 wins, 11 seconds and 9 thirds with lifetime earnings of $132,933. He was retired from racing at the age of 11. He was a barn favorite on and off of the racetrack. He was such a sweet and kind horse. We were lucky to have him for 8 years. Sadly on June 16, 2019 he suffered a severe bout of colic and had to be euthanized. He touched our hearts immensely and he will never be forgotten.

Count Wood
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Count Wood was born on March 7, 1994. He was by the great multiple graded stakes winner Hansel out of Dancers Countess by Northern Dancer.  He had 14 career starts with 1 win and 2 seconds and lifetime earnings of $14,845. Count Wood was rescued from going to slaughter in September 2012. Count Wood was a gorgeous horse and very bright and kind.  Sadly on January 23, 2017 he was euthanized due to infirmities of old age.  He will never be forgotten and will be in our hearts always.

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