Trainers Make Belmont Pledge to Benefit Aftercare

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF), the nation's oldest and largest Thoroughbred retirement organization, proudly announces the return of the Belmont Pledge, an initiative led by a dedicated group of trainers committed to supporting retired racehorses beyond their racing careers. Trainers Michael McCarthy, George Weaver, Whit Beckman, and Amelia Green have once again pledged a portion of their earnings from the Belmont Festival to benefit the TRF and its mission of providing dignified lifetime care to retired Thoroughbreds. "I am heartened by the support from Michael, George, Whit and Amelia. They were all eager to take this pledge for the second year in a row, which shows their awareness of aftercare as a natural part of a racehorse's lifecycle. We hope other forward-thinking trainers, owners, and jockeys will join our pledge." said, Maggie Sweet, Executive Director. The TRF currently provides dignified lifetime care for hundreds of retired Thoroughbreds across the country, many of whom live two decades or more beyond their racing careers. The TRF invites additional trainers, owners, and jockeys to become part of the Belmont Pledge and stand behind the long-term responsibility of Thoroughbred aftercare.