The Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) is honored to be named a 2023 Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) grant recipient. The grant will be focused on the Foundation’s educational outreach efforts including the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program (MTCP). Over the years many of the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program fellows have found jobs in their areas of interest in several states. This program was designed to offer young people an in-depth exposure to the Thoroughbred industry from the breeding shed to the racing office. “I believe that it is important to for these young folks to see that there are various opportunities that will allow them to embrace their passion for horses,” says Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Foundation, “while using their talents to make a career in the equine industry. That is the goal of this program." The MHF has also created a Work Experience Program, which allows qualified applicants to design a custom internship experience that will benefit their long-term career goals. And with the recent addition of the Howard & Sondra Bender Educational Series, produced in partnership with the University of Maryland Extension, the MHF intends to provide education and information that appeals to many levels of interest with talks at the new Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. These sessions are recorded and available on the Maryland Thoroughbred YouTube channel. To learn more about the Maryland Horse Foundation and its programs, visit MarylandHorse.com. 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 a number of 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. Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) is a charitable organization that provides grants to approved non-profit organizations that work toward improving the lives of Thoroughbred racehorses and the people who care for them. TCA offers the Thoroughbred industry and its supporters a way to give to one organization while helping many.

The Maryland Horse Foundation is seeking a dynamic director of development and programming to fulfill a variety of duties on a full-time basis at the Reisterstown, Maryland office in Baltimore County. Duties will be focused on fundraising for the Maryland Horse Foundation, and programming for the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. Maryland Horse Foundation 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 Maryland Horse Foundation (MHF) is a 501c3 organization that supports public outreach and educational programs, and oversees the maintenance of MarylandHorse.com in addition to maintaining a social media presence. Additionally, the MHF is responsible for the operation of the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center and, one of the anchor sites of the Maryland Horse Park System. We are proud to work directly with several industry partners in our endeavors to promote the Maryland Horse industry. Maryland Horse Library & Education Center The Maryland Horse Library & Education Center (MHLEC)  functions as an informational resource and meeting/educational space for the equine and agricultural communities, the media, the general public, in addition to community, business  and governmental organizations. Maryland Horse Breeders Association As a service organization, the MHBA provides industry information, educational opportunities, and legislative representation to its nearly five hundred breeder-owner members, which include Thoroughbred breeders, owners of racehorses, steeplechase and hunt enthusiasts, and others with horse involvement. The MHBA publishes the monthly The Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred magazine, provides a Weekly digital bulletin and manages many websites and social media accounts. The MHBA and the MHF share many of the same goals so the MHBA staff and the  MHF will work closely together. Job Title & Description Maryland Horse Foundation – Director of Development & Programming Work in conjunction with the Executive Director and Board of Trustees to develop and execute both long- and short-term plans for the advancement of the MHF. Raise funds, manage donors, develop, and execute programs. Duties Oversee all board and committee activities including meeting packets, minutes, etc. Develop and coordinate new and recurring educational programs at MHLEC Coordinate schedule of available meeting space in MHLEC Fundraising to support new and recurring programs Record donations and maintain a donor information database Research and pursue grant opportunities Manage and grow long-term giving strategies and donors Execute short term and long-term plans with the executive director and Board of Trustees Qualifications & Benefits An appropriate candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications: Experience in nonprofit management, donor development, and fundraising required Strong leadership skills and a demonstrated history of taking initiative required Excellent written and oral communications skills required Excellent interpersonal skills required Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in business management or a relevant field preferred Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the horse industry Must be proficient with Microsoft and Google platforms The selected candidate will enjoy the following benefits: Salary commensurate with experience Health and dental plan Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, flextime Retirement plan Send resume, cover letter and questions to cricket@marylandthoroughbred.com.

(Reisterstown, MD - July 25, 2023) As the third installment of the newly-launched Howard & Sondra Bender Educational Series, a partnership with University of Maryland Extension, the Maryland Horse Foundation will be hosting a seminar on equine sports turfgrass management August 30th at the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center. The event will feature Equine Sports Turfgrass Alliance members Logan Freeman and Geoffrey Rinehart as speakers. Geoffrey Rinehart (University of Maryland Turfgrass Management) will speak about the five primary cultural practices of turfgrass (mowing, fertilizing, irrigation, cultivation, and pest management) as they pertain to equestrian surfaces. Species and variety selection will also be covered. Logan Freeman, Senior Sports Turf Consultant for the Maryland Jockey Club, will speak about how he utilizes the five primary cultural practices within the turfgrass track maintenance programs at both Laurel Park and Pimlico and the new science-based tools being implemented to help in the process. Following the presentations there will be open discussion about turfgrass management in equine sports. The event will be held at 5:30pm on August 30th. A live video link is available upon request. Attendance is free. Visit www.MarylandHorse.com/Turfgrass to learn more and register. For more information, contact Becky Remsberg at bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com or 410-252-2100. About the Howard & Sondra Bender Educational Series The Howard & Sondra Bender Educational Series is the newest addition to the slate of existing educational programs produced by the Maryland Horse Foundation. The series, hosted at the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center, utilizes the facility’s resources to offer an educational series of in-person gatherings covering a wide range of topics for people involved in and/or interested in learning more about the Maryland horse and/or agricultural industries. These sessions are recorded and available for public viewing as an on-demand resource. The Maryland Horse Foundation has partnered with University of Maryland Extension to deliver a set of 4 seminars over the course of 2023, following a general theme of sustainability. About the Equine Sports Turfgrass Alliance The Equine Sports Turfgrass Alliance, (ESTA) is a recently formed group of university and industry turfgrass experts. ESTA as an organization is dedicated to conducting research and providing education about turfgrass surfaces for racetrack, eventing, polo and other-use equine surfaces. ESTA looks to take advantage of any educational opportunities available to communicate with horse owners, trainers and equine facility managers in order to provide information on how to better manage turfgrass systems. It is the goal of ESTA to bring science-backed maintenance practices to the forefront of equine turfgrass management.

The Maryland Horse Foundation is pleased to announce that it has received a grant from the Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation, to be used for its career programs. The grants given by the Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation reflect the values set forth by founders Herb and Ellen Moelis. The current board includes Co-Chairs Kathleen Anderson DVM and James Orsini DVM, Margaret H. Duprey, Gretchen and Roy Jackson, Ellen Moelis, Wendy Moon, Anita Motion, Scott Palmer VMD, Josh Pons, Katelyn Jackson, and Lynn Cassimeris, Ph.D. The educational programs of the Maryland Horse Foundation includes the Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program, designed to increase awareness of career options in the Thoroughbred industry and give participants access to leaders in the Maryland Thoroughbred community, along with the Work Experience Program, which provides qualified applicants with a custom internship experience that will benefit their long-term career goals in the Maryland horse industry. The slate of programs also includes the newly launched Howard & Sondra Bender Educational Series, a seminar series in partnership with University of Maryland Extension that delivers a set of in-person sessions covering a wide range of topics for people involved in or interested in learning more about the Maryland horse and/or agricultural industries. “We are so proud to use these grant funds to carry on the good works that Mr. and Mrs. Moelis started so many years ago”, says Cricket Goodall, executive director of the Maryland Horse Foundation, “educating young people and exposing them to the many opportunities that the Thoroughbred industry offers is a very important part of what we do.” To learn more about the Maryland Horse Foundation and its programs, email bremsberg@marylandthoroughbred.com, call 410-252-2100 or visit MarylandHorse.com.

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