One. Helping Many.

Thoroughbred
Charities of
America

TCA provides grants to approved nonprofit organizations that work to support Thoroughbreds and the people who care for them.

How to Apply

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TCA is a charitable organization whose objective is to raise money for distribution to non-profit organizations that work to support Thoroughbreds and assist the people who care for them. Over the past 34 years, TCA has distributed over $26 million to more than 200 Thoroughbred industry organizations.

Grant applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • 501 (c) (3) charitable organization
  • Applicants’ mission statements should align with TCA’s mission statement. TCA’s mission is to fund and facilitate the support of Thoroughbreds and the people who care for them.
  • Applicants’ programming should fall within at least one of the following categories:
    • Thoroughbred rehabilitation, retraining, re-homing, retirement, or incentive programs
    • Backstretch and farm employee assistance programs
    • Equine-assisted therapy organizations – must have a minimum of three registered Thoroughbreds
    • Equine research organizations

TCA does not fund first-year or start-up organizations.

TCA does not provide seed money nor fund proof of concept requests.


2024 Grant Applications

Please select the application below that aligns with your organization’s mission.
Only complete ONE application per applicant. Contact ehalliwell@tca.org if you are unsure which application to complete.
All applications are due May 1, 2024.

 

♥ Does your organization provide Thoroughbred aftercare or equine-assisted therapy?

If yes, please complete this application.

 

♥ Does your organization provide health and human services to backstretch and farm workers or provide equine research?

If yes, please complete this application.

 


Additional documents for grant applications.

 

2023 Statement of Functional Expenses         2024 Vet Reference Form

 

Please email Erin at ehalliwell@tca.org with any questions.