The Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, Inc. (GEVA) is Northern California’s oldest Thoroughbred retirement and rehabilitation sanctuary, founded in 1995 by Pam Berg on her Glen Ellen Farms. GEVA provides a safe haven for off-track Thoroughbreds and a few unraced horses, focusing on their health, rehabilitation, and well-being. Accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) and Read More
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Important Updates to the CARMA 2025 Grant Timeline
CARMA’s 2025 grant application timeline has been updated to better align with operational needs and to provide timely support for Thoroughbred aftercare. Key Dates for 2025 Grants: Grant Applications Open: May 1, 2025 Grant Applications Close: July 30, 2025 Detailed guidelines and the application portal will be available on our website closer to the application Read More
Welcome Ride Above Disability Therapeutic Riding Center
We are thrilled to welcome Ride Above Disability Therapeutic Riding Center, a first-time CARMA grant recipient! Located in San Diego, this remarkable therapeutic riding center offers recreational horseback riding lessons to children and adults of all ages with disabilities. With a mission to Celebrate Ability, Create Hope, and Ride Above Challenges, Ride Above was founded Read More
CARMA’s 2024 Impact Report: Celebrating 16 Years of Aftercare Excellence
CARMA’s 2024 Impact Report: Celebrating 16 Years of Aftercare Excellence As we approach 2025, CARMA celebrates its 16th year of operation. To date, we have successfully placed over 470 horses through our Placement Program and have awarded more than $6.3 million in grants to our charity partners, significantly impacting the lives of retiring racehorses. One Read More
CARMA Awards $475,000 to Support Retiring Racehorses through the Howard “Howie” Zucker Grant Program
CARMA Awards $475,000 to Support Retiring Racehorses through the Howard “Howie” Zucker Grant Program Saturday, December 14th, 2024 – The California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) is thrilled to announce the continued impact of the Howard “Howie” Zucker Grant Program, renamed last year to honor our late past president and dedicated board member, Howard Zucker. This December, Read More
Racehorse Relay December 6th at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center
Join us on Friday, December 6th at 6PM for the Racehorse Relay to Benefit CARMA Teams of Riders: Each team of two riders shall consist of at least one jockey, racehorse trainer, or racetrack personnel (racetrack employee, family member or TV presenter) and one jumper rider. Open to horses of any breed. Each team member Read More