In a show of unity and shared purpose, a group of former Todd Pletcher assistant trainers, who have since launched their own successful careers, have pledged to donate a percentage of their earnings from the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival to support the mission of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation.
Michael McCarthy, George Weaver, Jonathan Thomas, Whit Beckman, and Amelia Green have each committed a portion of their festival earnings to the TRF, underscoring their dedication to the welfare of retired racehorses.
"Michael, George, Jonathan, Whit, Amelia and I all worked together for Todd, so it's especially meaningful to receive their support now that they have established their own successful training careers," said Maggie Sweet, Executive Director of the TRF. "It's not the same rooting interest we used to share, but providing dignified lifetime care for retired racehorses is something we all strongly value."
The TRF invites other trainers and industry professionals to join this meaningful effort in giving back to the horses who have given so much on the track.
To learn more about the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and its mission, visit www.trfinc.org.
