Our annual JRHF Angel Trees are set up in three local stores, Southern States in Goochland and Midlothian and Tractor Supply in Rockville. The trees will be up beginning mid-December. We thank the local stores for supporting a local charity and doing good works for the community. Don’t forget to put something in the horses…
Join us for an opportunity to meet our horses and discover how our program supports former racehorses and the women who care for them.Take a tour of our barn facility and explore the various ways you can support JRHF! The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available and vans will shuttle…
Thank you Wasabi Aftercare Fund for showcasing James River Horse Foundation on your website! Debby, President of JRHF, spoke with Wasabi Aftercare about our amazing program that benefits both humans and Thoroughbreds.
September 8th, 2024 is the Annual Stag Creek Derby! Hurry to get your “pony” entries and a chance to win the cash prize! The James River Horse Foundation “Pony Swim” is a fun way to support the horses and the women at Barn 4! A $10 donation enters your “pony” in the derby. Buy more…
Clarie Fortier of Richmond Magazine features an article on the James River Horse Foundation, offering new opportunites for inmates and thoroughbreds. See the full article here: Walking It Back – richmondmagazine.com
Come spend time meeting with the horses in the James River Horse Foundation. Learn how our program benefits retired racehorses and the women who care for them. The event is free and open to the public. Parking is available and vans will shuttle visitors to and from the site. People of all ages are welcome.…
Sponsor day is held monthly at Barn 4. This provides sponsors with the opportunity to meet different horses in the herd, get to the know the women caring for them and participate in fun, interactive activities. Sponsor day is an important part of developing relationships for the women and the horses. Consider becoming a sponsor…
Mickey’sinthehouse (“Mouse” as the women are calling her) came to JRHF through a partnership with Aftercare Charles Town (ACT). This attractive young mare has come to barn 4 to rest and rehab from life on the racetrack. After a period of time she was returned to to another ACT partner facility and adopted. We are…
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Colonial Downs supports JRHF throughout the season with an in the Colonial Downs program and information on the Jumbotron all Season. In addition, they name 2 races after the foundation and host a sponsor day. Colonial Downs celebrates Virginia Bred Race Day with a special James River Horse Foundation race. JRHF is thankful for its…