FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reisterstown, MD (June 1, 2023) – The Maryland Horse Foundation is proud to announce our Maryland Horse Pride Fundraiser to benefit The Pride Center of Maryland. Our goal is to encourage, support, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within Maryland’s horse industry.  Saddle pads, shirts, and other apparel with custom pride flag horse logos will be available for sale online at MarylandHorse.com/Pride. Proceeds will go towards the Pride Center of Maryland, a nonprofit that provides direct support to the Baltimore and Central Maryland LGBTQ+ community through more than 30 various programs and services. "The Pride Center of Maryland (PCOM) is the third oldest LGBTIA+/ SGL center in the world. We have been serving the sexual gender minority community for nearly 50 years,” said Senior Director of Advocacy and Community Engagement, Tramour Wilson. “Any support to our organization will help further our mission of providing a safe environment, empowering, and mobilizing sexual gender minorities throughout the state of Maryland." “We are happy to celebrate Pride Month and support the Pride Center of Maryland with this Maryland Horse Pride Fundraiser. We know everyone loves horses, “says Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Foundation, ”and horses come in all colors!” Orders for the Maryland Horse Pride Fundraiser will open June 1st and close June 30th.  To learn more and participate in the fundraiser, go to MarylandHorse.com/Pride. For questions or more information, contact Becky Remsberg at bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com or 410-252-2100 ext. 110. About the Pride Center of Maryland The Pride Center of Maryland is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that offers and organizes numerous programs, services, and events for the Baltimore and Central Maryland LGBTIA+ community. They engage thousands of people each year through their many educational programs, support groups, health clinics, public service and volunteer opportunities and more, and organize the annual Baltimore Pride Celebration. For more information, visit their website at www.pridecentermd.org. About the Maryland Horse Foundation The Maryland Horse Foundation was chartered in 1988 by the Maryland Horse Breeders Association to serve various educational and charitable needs of the Maryland horse industry. The MHF has developed and supports several educational programs and is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. In addition to our programs and projects, we are proud to work directly with several industry partners to promote the entire Maryland Horse industry.

The Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) is pleased to announce the participants for the 6th edition of the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program, presented by the Howard and Sondra Bender Educational Series. The competitive group of applicants ranged in age from high school sophomores to college graduates and hailed from a diverse group of schools. This year’s participants are: Kenneth Bonuccelli - Woodbine, MD Sam Franklin - Churchton, MD Olivia Kaltenbach - New Castle, PA Haden Sisk - Reisterstown, MD Addison (Addy) Smith - Knoxville, MD Sydney Trigilio - West Springfield, MA View their full bios here “We are so proud to offer this program to young people who are interested in the horse business,” says Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Foundation, “Our goal is to do everything we can to encourage them to find a way to make their passion for horses into a career.” Previous Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program participants have gone on to other educational opportunities such as the Kentucky Equine Management Internship, internships with 1/ST Racing and the Ed Brown Society, and the Maryland Horse Foundation’s Work Experience Program. Others are working in a variety of industry positions including sales administration, farm and broodmare management, communications, and higher education. Graduates of the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program are eligible for Career Development Funds, a one-time scholarship to support their post-MTCP career pursuits. To date, the Maryland Horse Foundation has paid out nearly $30,000 in Career Development Funds to cover a variety of expenses. Follow along with the 2023 Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program participants June 5-9 on the Maryland Horse Foundation’s Facebook page. Contact: Becky Remsberg bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Washington, D.C. -- March 30, 2023) The last three years have been a time of great change throughout the country for homes, businesses and industries. Rising costs of living, shrinking of assistance and changes in demographics have affected so much of our world, and that includes the equine industry. However, not all of the changes are easy to identify. Which is why the American Horse Council (AHC) is kicking off what could be one of the biggest studies in its more than 50 years with the 2023 National Economic Impact Study. Major economic changes have occurred during the past five years. Not only have business closures and resulting federal stimulus programs related to the pandemic made a major impact, but the horse industry has adapted to historic changes made to the tax code since 2017. An economic impact study examines the effect of an event or industry has on the economy and usually measures changes in business revenue, business profits, personal wages, and/or jobs. As a large, economically diverse industry, the United States horse industry contributes significantly to the American economy. The purpose of the census is to demonstrate the value of the equine industry in the national and state economies by analyzing the direct, indirect, and induced economic impacts of horse ownership, recreation, and equine-related services. Over the course of its 50-plus year history, the AHC has conducted numerous national economic impact studies for the U.S. horse industry, which has included such pivotal years as 1987, 1997, 2007 and, the most recent study, 2017. “The challenges of the last few years with the pandemic and its economic impacts on all aspects of our industry make the 2023 study all that more important and necessary,” states Dr. Rick Mitchell, Chairman of the AHC Board. Data collected will inform public and private investments in equine-related businesses, equine health care, education, land use decisions, tax policy, tourism, employment incentives, etc. The survey begins April 3 and goes through September 29. New this year are sponsored incentives for individuals and groups who participate in the survey, including a John Deere Z545R ZTrak Mower valued at $7500, one year of Nutrena feed for one horse (a $2,000 value); one year of Purina feed for one horse (a $500 value/horse); gift certificates from Trafalgar Square Books (total value $180); enrollment in Texas A&M AgriLife Equine Reproductive Management Online Course valued at $300/enrollment; plus more. "The Economic Impact Study is the most effective tool in our advocacy quiver,” says Julie Broadway, president of the AHC. “When the industry needs to take aim at an issue, this data is invaluable in helping us paint the picture of the contributions the industry makes and the breath & depth of its composition." More information and the 2023 Economic Impact Study can be found on the AHC website: https://horsecouncil.org/economic-impact-study/ If you have questions, contact American Horse Council President Julie Broadway at jbroadway@horsecouncil.org About the American Horse Council As the national association representing all segments of the horse industry in Washington, D.C., the American Horse Council works daily to represent equine interests and opportunities.

Maryland Horse Industry Board Awards Grants - Over $30,000 Awarded to 31 Organizations ANNAPOLIS, MD (February 7, 2023)- The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) announced the Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB) has awarded $30,500 in grants to 31 organizations and equestrian operations. Representing a variety of equine groups and disciplines across the state, the committee selected projects from a pool of 41 applicants. Funding for these grants and the MHIB is provided by the Maryland Feed Fund, which collects $6 on every ton of horse feed sold in the state. Established in 2002, the Fund has provided over $600,000 in grants to more than 400 projects. “We are delighted that we are able to continue to make these grants year after year. We try to reach out to a cross section of as many groups as we can and that represent different disciplines and geographic areas of the state ,” said MHIB board chair Jim Steele. This year’s recipients included funds for equine education and welfare projects, urban and Western riding programs, youth activities, therapeutic riding centers and other equestrian disciplines either supported by statewide organizations or based in 15 of Maryland’s 23 counties. A full list of recipients including a synopsis of each project is available on the Maryland Horse Industry Board’s website - www.mda.maryland.gov/horseboard. “Horses are a critical component of Maryland’s agricultural industry. The Maryland Horse Industry Board and the Feed Fund help stimulate growth and opportunity in Maryland’s equestrian community without using any government funding,” Steele said. “This self-funded commodity marketing entity is a model of how industry groups can help themselves without relying on taxpayer dollars.” Projects are evaluated based on their value to the industry, degree of industry promotion, size and scope of activity, financial need, potential for matching funds, benefits and overall quality of the written presentation. Grants are capped at $3,000 in order to award funds to as many groups as possible. Eligible projects should have a completion date no later than June 30, 2023 although exceptions can be granted. Grant recipients are required to file a project report with the Board detailing how the money was used. The Maryland Horse Industry Board was established in 1998 to promote and develop the equine industry in Maryland. For more information about the grants program and the Board, please visit our website. You can also contact Executive Director Ross Peddicord at (240)344-0000 or ross.peddicord@maryland.gov. ### Follow the Maryland Department of Agriculture on Twitter, @MdAgDept

(Reisterstown, Md) - January 9, 2023. The Maryland Horse Foundation is excited to announce that the 2023 Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program (MTCP) will run from June 5-9, 2023. The online application is now open and must be completed by April 21, 2023. Interviews will take place in the two weeks after the application deadline and selected participants will be notified in early May. “The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program offers a great opportunity to see behind the scenes in the various components of the industry from reproduction to racetrack operations”, says Cricket Goodall, executive director, “we hope show these young people that love horses that you can make a career out of that passion.” Learn more about the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program HERE. Interested individuals are encouraged to email Becky Remsberg – bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com – with questions.   About the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program Launched in 2017, the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program is an educational program presented by the Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) that aims to: Increase awareness of the diverse career options in the Thoroughbred industry Give participants access to leaders of the Maryland Thoroughbred community Highlight various paths for pursuing a career in the Thoroughbred industry Address a critical need to attract and retain experienced and devoted employees Over the course of a week, participants are encouraged to fully engage in the Maryland Thoroughbred industry and explore a multitude of career options. Graduates of the MTCP are eligible to apply for Career Development Funds, one-time funding that can be used to further career pursuits within two years after the program ends. About the Maryland Horse Foundation The Maryland Horse Foundation was chartered in 1988 by the Maryland Horse Breeders Association to serve various educational and charitable needs of the Maryland horse industry. The MHF has developed and supports several educational programs and is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. In addition to our programs and projects, we are proud to work directly with several industry partners to promote the entire Maryland Horse industry.

Reisterstown, MD - (January 5, 2023) - Save the date! The 38th edition of Jim McKay Maryland Million Day will take place Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Laurel Park. Jim McKay Maryland Million Day is designed to promote Maryland stallions, whose offspring compete in the races with purses and awards of over $1 million each year. Heading into the new year, Maryland stallion farms are gearing up for the 2023 breeding season and looking forward to the success of the resulting foals, the future stars of Jim McKay Maryland Million Day in 2026 and beyond. “Jim McKay Maryland Million Day, now known as Maryland’s Day at the Races, is truly a fun day at the races,” says Cricket Goodall, executive director, “the races are competitive and there are great stories behind every winner.  And the on-track entertainment like pony racing and horses and hounds adds to the appeal for families and new fans to come out.” The 2022 edition saw eleven Maryland-bred and twelve Maryland-sired winners, including Classic winner Ournationonparade (Cal Nation), who became the second horse in history to win both the Nursery and the Classic in their career. The day also saw Murmur Farm stallion Blofeld sweep both juvenile races, as Chickieness took the Lassie and Johnyz From Albany prevailed in the Nursery. Fille d'Esprit (Great Notion) added to an impressive 2022 resume with her win in the Distaff, one of five stakes wins on the year for the mare. Jim McKay Maryland Million Day, modeled on Breeders’ Cup and designed to spotlight the stallions,  was first run in 1986 at Laurel Park.  The day of racing celebrates the Maryland breeding and racing industry which along with various equine activities in the State has an economic impact of nearly $2 Billion. Contact Information: Cricket Goodall, Executive Director cricket@marylandthoroughbred.com (410) 252.2100 ext. 111 www.MarylandMillion.com

(December, 15, 2022) -- It’s that time of year again. Breeding season is coming soon, and the Maryland Horse Foundation will host the annual online stallion season auction from January 2-6, 2023. This year’s auction will feature no-guarantee seasons for 17 Maryland-based stallions: Divining Rod Friesan Fire Mosler Bourbon Courage Holy Boss Long River Fortune Ticket Alliance Kobe's Back Hoppertunity Galawi Irish War Cry Madefromlucky Uncle Lino Blofeld Rainbow Heir Barbados “This is a good opportunity to support the Maryland Horse Foundation and get a great deal on a season or two to some of Maryland’s top stallions,” said Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Foundation, “and you will also produce a Maryland Million eligible horse for your stable!” All proceeds will benefit the Foundation's educational programs and the brand-new Maryland Horse Library & Education Center, located at 321 Main St. in Reisterstown. For more information, contact Becky Remsberg at bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com or 410-252-2100 x 110. — The Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) is a charitable organization that was chartered in 1988 by the Maryland Horse Breeders Association to serve various educational and charitable needs of the Maryland horse industry. The MHF has developed and supports several educational programs and is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. In addition to our programs and projects, we are proud to work directly with several industry partners to promote the entire Maryland Horse industry.

In June 2022, Maryland State Governor Larry Hogan and a delegation of representatives from the Maryland Horse Industry Board and other Maryland equine organizations visited Ireland on a Maryland Dept. of Agriculture Equestrian Trade Mission. The trip included visits to some of Ireland’s top equestrian destinations, including Irish National Stud & Gardens, Punchestown Racecourse, the Royal Dublin Society, and more.  Watch the recap video here→ Interested in learning more? Check out these links: Schedule & Contact Booklet Memorandum of Understanding

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Reisterstown, MD – November 21, 2022) The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) and the Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) are proud to announce the grand opening of the Maryland Horse Library and Education Center on Friday, December 16 at Noon. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place, followed by the MHBA's Christmas open house until 4:00 p.m. Located at 321 Main Street in the heart of historic Reisterstown, the Maryland Horse Library and Education Center will serve as a hub for learning and collaboration, while honoring the long history of horses in Maryland. The large, airy space includes an extensive reference library, a meeting space and gallery. “Our plan is for the MHLEC to serve as a resource to the community and those folks interested in learning more about horses – whether they are researching a book or looking for a place to take lessons or volunteer,” said Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association. The Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) was chartered in 1988 by the Maryland Horse Breeders Association to serve various educational and charitable needs of the Maryland horse industry. The MHF supports a number of programs including the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program and Work Experience Internships. And as part of the mission the MHF is responsible for the development and maintenance of the Maryland Horse Library and Education Center. “Maryland has a very diverse horse community and more horses per square mile than any other state. The horse industry has many equine activities and competitions such as jousting, polo, carriage driving and racing. The MHLEC is a culmination of many years of working to establish a location that can celebrate, and most importantly educate people, about what horses mean to Maryland,” says Josh Pons, president of the Maryland Horse Foundation, owner of Country Life Farm. Since 1929, the Maryland Horse Breeders Association has been the leading horse industry horse industry advocate within the state of Maryland. The main purposes of the MHBA have always been to encourage, educate, promote, protect, and improve the horse breeding industry in Maryland. While emphasis has traditionally been placed on the production of Thoroughbred racehorses, the MHBA supports all horse-related interests. To learn more about the Library and all Maryland Horse Foundation initiatives, visit marylandhorse.com.

(October 19, 2022) -- The Maryland Horse Foundation’s third annual Silent Auction is now open. The auction will run until Monday, October 24 at 8:00 p.m. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Maryland Horse Foundation and will help support its educational work. This includes programs such as the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program and the Work Experience Program, which are designed to educate aspiring racing professionals about the opportunities available in the Maryland horse industry. Thanks to numerous generous donations, more than 160 items are available. They range from experiences such as a meet-and-greet with two-time Maryland Million Turf champion Talk Show Man and tours of Maryland horse destinations such as the Maryland Hunt Cup course, Sagamore Farm, and Fair Hill, to items such as custom-made silks from Stitches by Chloe, a sterling silver horse cuff bracelet from In House Jewelers, and a gift basket from Spa in the Valley. The auction is available here. Best of luck to all bidders!