Trainer Michael McCarthy has pledged to make a donation to 501(c)(3) aftercare organization Win Place Home if presumed favorite Journalism (Curlin) takes the GI Kentucky Derby this Saturday.
“Michael has supported us for years, and notably, he has donated more horses to our program than any other trainer,” said CJ Wilson, founder and lead trainer. “What's more, he ensures every horse he sends to us comes with a financial donation from the owners–a practice that sets a powerful standard for responsibility in the industry.”
Wilson said that McCarthy's pledge is the continuation of a deeply-rooted commitment to the horses after the race is over. The Win Place Home team was present when Journalism captured the GI Santa Anita Derby.
The organization retrains former racehorses to be functioning members in new disciplines and places them in forever homes where they will prosper. Click here for more information.
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