Thoroughbred Charities of America has named equestrian Denny Emerson and Down the Stretch Ranch as its first TCA Award of Merit recipients. Award of Merit recipients are nominated by the leadership of state Thoroughbred owners and breeders associations and are presented at each state association's annual awards ceremonies.
“Originally started in celebration of our 25th anniversary and now its third year, TCA Award of Merit recipients represent those individuals and organizations working to uphold TCA's mission among the constituencies of the state breeders associations,” said Mike McMahon, president of TCA. “Within our industry there are many organizations and people working on behalf of Thoroughbreds and those who care for them. We feel it is very important to recognize the efforts of those that often don't receive recognition for their dedication and commitment.”
Emerson received his award Feb. 11 at the North Carolina Thoroughbred Association's annual awards dinner. The accomplished equestrian operates Tamarack Hill Farms in Vermont and North Carolina and is an advocate for off the track Thoroughbreds.
Down the Stretch Ranch was presented with their award Feb. 25 at the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association award banquet. Down the Stretch Ranch is a nonprofit organization devoted to assisting veterans through equine-assisted therapy.
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