Second Chances at James River
A Chapter of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation
News
- JRH on ABC News and featured in Wall Street Journal.. Read more.
- Pro Trader 1993-2009, RIP. Read more.
- Horses prepared for adoption. Read more.
- Look for the TRF-James River horses and team in the May 2, 2009 issue of the Wall Street Journal’s new magazine, WSJ. Read more.
- JRWC is fencing a new pasture of 8-10 acres along Route 6. Read more.
- Updates on facilities, volunteer opportunities, and positions available. Read more.
- Wish List: TV with DVD trailer and 4-drawer file cabinet. Read more.
- Read All 2009 Stories
Calendar of Events
In 2007, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and the
Virginia Department of Corrections entered into a partnership
to provide rehabilitation and training for inmates,
using ex-racehorses rescued by the Foundation.
About Our Annual Virginia Derby Gala
Please join us for An Evening in the Winner’s Circle in celebration of the 12th running of the Virginia Derby. Enjoy eight live races, a special auction – including a chance to bid on a trip package to the Breeders’ Cup – premium fare and cash bar from 5:30 p.m. until the last race of the evening. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS.
About Second Chances at James River
Greener Pastures, located at James River Work Center in Goochland County, is the newest of nine “Second Chances” programs developed by the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation nationwide.
Dozens of local volunteers have helped organize the program and raise nearly $100,000 to pay for the renovations to the barn, the professional horse management curriculum, and the day-to-day upkeep of the horses. The DOC has provided the pasture land, the unused barn, and part-time supervision of the program, while private donations have been used to establish the program and provide on-going funding for its operation.
The first graduates of the program are due for release beginning in May of 2008. Additionally, the Foundation has begun adopting out horses from the herd, making room for additional rescued horses.
This is not only a heartwarming story, but a good example of a public-private partnership that generates great benefits for society.