California Retirement Management Account (CARMA)

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California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) CARMA is dedicated to the goal of providing funding for the rehabilitation, retraining and/or retirement of Thoroughbred horses that have raced in California.

California Retirement Management Account (CARMA) is a 501c3 non-profit organization founded in 2007 to raise money for retired racehorses. It is responsible for hosting fundraising events, educating owners and trainers on equine retirement, raising awareness, and working to unify the racing industry in support of its equine athletes. Ways in which this is accomplished include facilitating the transition of racehorses off the track through its Placement Program and showcasing the breed’s versatility as equestrian mounts at its Thoroughbred Classic Horse Show. CARMA worked closely with the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) to adopt a rule change allowing for a 0.03% deduction from purses to help fund equine retirement. This deduction which owners can “opt-out” of if they so choose, is used to support Thoroughbred retirement farms and other non-profit programs that care for and retrain retired racehorses. CARMA manages a grant request process and since 2008 has awarded more than 4 million dollars to qualified retirement facilities caring for Thoroughbreds. Donations are tax-deductible and may be sent to: CARMA, 285 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia Ca, 91007. (Tax ID #80-0146395).

10/13/2026

From California to Kentucky, Beach Hero is making waves! 🐎🌊🦈

Team CARMA's Teegan Carthew and Beach Hero brought a little California beach fun to the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover, and it paid off with a 6th-place finish in the Freestyle Championships!

Leaning into Beach Hero's name, Teegan went all out with a beach-themed performance, complete with a shark, lifeguard attire, and plenty of personality! But beyond the fun costumes and props, this talented four-year-old Thoroughbred showed just how much confidence and versatility he's developed in his new career.

After earning a spot among the top ten Freestyle competitors, the pair returned for Saturday's championship round, ultimately finishing sixth!

As Teegan shared, "He has a way of saying 'Don't worry, I got this!' and goes on to exceed my expectations every time."

A dark bay gelding by Omaha Beach out of Mundy Road, by Lonhro (AUS), Beach Hero made just one career start before beginning his second career at Sandia Creek Ranch. Under the mentorship of fellow rider and trainer Kiersti Wylie, Teegan has been helping this promising youngster discover his talents beyond the racetrack.

Congratulations to Teegan and Beach Hero on a fin-tastic championship finish! 🦈💙 We're so proud of this pair and can't wait to see what adventures await them next!

Pretty, talented, and just a little Stubborn! 🐎💙At just four years old, CARMA graduate Stubborn (affectionately known as...
10/12/2026

Pretty, talented, and just a little Stubborn! 🐎💙

At just four years old, CARMA graduate Stubborn (affectionately known as Hera) made quite the impression at the Retired Racehorse Project's Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky!

Her journey to Kentucky wasn't without its challenges. After her rider, Kathleen Boyle, suffered a fractured fibula in May, the pair couldn't begin training in earnest until mid-June. Despite their shortened preparation, Stubborn showed incredible promise, tackling her first full cross-country course and jumping at Beginner Novice height for the very first time! While the water obstacle proved a little too much for this young mare, Kathleen knew when to end on a positive note, and the pair finished their experience with a celebratory gallop.

Their partnership began in April, when Stubborn arrived through CARMA's Placement Program. Bred in California, this daughter of Volatile out of Sipmychardonnaynae, by Bodemeister, retired from racing after six starts and $14,700 in career earnings.

For Kathleen, competing at the Thoroughbred Makeover was a longtime dream. With only a few months to build their partnership, the pair made the trip to Kentucky with support from CARMA's Messineo Makeover Scholarship.

And this is only the beginning! Kathleen plans to continue her partnership with Stubborn, a mare she already considers pretty special.

Congratulations to Kathleen and Stubborn! We can't wait to see what this beautiful pair accomplishes next. 💙

Canter Haven Farm

That's a wrap on this year's Thoroughbred Makeover! 🏇🎉What an incredible week for ! Our riders and CARMA graduates gave...
10/11/2026

That's a wrap on this year's Thoroughbred Makeover! 🏇🎉

What an incredible week for ! Our riders and CARMA graduates gave it their all, had plenty of fun, and showed just how much can be accomplished in a short time with hard work and dedication. We couldn't be prouder of this team!

Keep following along as we gather more footage from the event and share our riders' final results! 💙🐴

Photo: Kiersti and Classical Cat

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10/09/2026

🏆 CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! 🏆

Classical Cat and trainer Kiersti Wylie are advancing to the Thoroughbred Makeover Freestyle Championship! What a beautiful ride from this talented pair! ❤️🐎

A stakes-winning son of Mendelssohn out of Conquest Strate Up by Not Bourbon, Classical Cat earned $166,300 on the track and won three of his five starts.
Now, this talented Thoroughbred is showing off a whole new set of skills!

Let's hear it for this incredible duo! 👏❤️

10/09/2026

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285 W Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA
91007

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+16265746622

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