Woodbine Entertainment is donating $10,000 USD to the California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) to assist those impacted by the tragic Lilac Fire at San Luis Rey Downs Training Center in Bonsall, California, the company announced Thursday. The fire occurred Dec. 7 at the training facility, destroying eight barns and claiming the lives of 46 Thoroughbreds.
“We offer our heartfelt condolences to those impacted by the devastating fire at San Luis Rey Downs earlier this month,” said Jonathan Zammit, Vice President of Thoroughbred Racing Operations. “While the loss of life is irreplaceable, we hope this donation will help provide some relief to our friends suffering during this difficult time. Woodbine Entertainment takes equine welfare very seriously, and helping horses after their racing careers have come to an end is always top of mind for us.”
Woodbine Entertainment's donation will be made to CARMA, which is a charitable organization working in partnership with the equine community to raise funds for the aftercare of Thoroughbreds. To make a donation, click here.
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