Berkeley, Calif. (April 26, 2019)–In a continuing effort to facilitate equine aftercare, Golden Gate Fields has announced that courtesy of AmTote International, it will be providing an option on all self-service betting terminals which will enable fans to make donations to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) each racing day.
Bettors cashing winning tickets at Golden Gate can now share their good fortune with retired Thoroughbreds by making a tax-deductible contribution to the TAA during the course of any transaction.
This technology, developed by AmTote, employs a pop-up interface for terminals that will ask bettors if they want to make a contribution. If they choose to donate, the terminal will issue the bettor a receipt indicating both the amount of the donation as well as the TAA’s 501 (c) (3) identification number. The remaining balance will then be issued in the form of a wagering voucher.
The TAA, which provides funding to locally based organizations such as the California Retirement Management Account (CARMA), is national in scope and is focused on providing much needed assistance in transitioning those Thoroughbreds whose racing careers have ended, into careers after racing.
“The TAA is grateful for the support from Golden Gate Fields, AmTote International and America’s horseplayers,” said TAA President, Mike Meuser. “Funds raised from this technology will continue to allow horseplayers to help support the TAA’s network of 70 accredited organizations in North America, including the current 10 accredited aftercare organizations in California.”
Based in Lexington, KY, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit that accredits, inspects and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, rehome and retire Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding.
Along with continued funding from its original partners, Breeders’ Cup, The Jockey Club and Keeneland Racing Association, the TAA is supported by owners, trainers, breeders, racetracks, aftercare professionals, and other industry members.
Since its inception in 2012, the TAA has granted more than $13.8 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently 70 aftercare organizations supporting 160 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation.
To learn more about the TAA, please visit ThoroughbredAftercare.org.