David R. Lanigan

For Immediate Release: New Vocations to Host 23rd Annual All-Thoroughbred Charity Horse Show May 14, 2026 – LEXINGTON, KY – New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program is excited to host its 23rd Annual All-Thoroughbred Charity Horse Show from May 29th - 31st at Highfields Event Center in Aiken, SC. Proudly returning as title sponsor is Heider Family Stables, a dedicated supporter of the organization’s mission and Thoroughbred aftercare. "We've been longtime supporters of New Vocations. Terrific leadership and dedicated individuals who make it happen on a day-to-day basis make it a must-support for us in the Thoroughbred industry. It's an important part of our sport, taking care of the racehorses once their racing careers are completed, and rightfully so. New Vocations makes it possible for these horses to move on to new chapters, and that's a win-win scenario for everyone. We are honored to be involved and enthusiastically support their work." shared Scott & Cindy Heider. cc @uscgatsby “We’re thrilled to have the Heider Family Stables as our title sponsor again this year,” said Anna Ford, New Vocations’ Thoroughbred Program Director. “Scott and Cindy Heider have been avid supporters of New Vocations and our horse show, and we’re incredibly grateful for their continued commitment. We’re excited to welcome exhibitors back to celebrate their shared passion for Thoroughbreds and watch them excel in a variety of disciplines.” This three-day show is New Vocations’ largest fundraiser of the year, and it provides a stage for the second careers of over 175 off-track Thoroughbreds, showcasing their versatility and athleticism. With support from the Indiana HBPA and Baoma Corp as Day Sponsors, alongside many generous industry sponsors, the event is a celebration of Off-Track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) in their new careers. cc @IndianaHBPA & @BaomaCorp The show will offer a variety of classes for Thoroughbreds, including hunter, jumper, combined test, pleasure, dressage, western and in-hand. A highlight of the show is the Specialty Thoroughbred Awards, which celebrate the OTTBs’ achievements during their racing careers, including awards for the horse with the most earnings, the horse that sold for the most as a yearling, and the lowest speed figure. More than 175 Thoroughbreds from across the Southeastern U.S. are expected to compete. All sponsorships, exhibitor fees and funds raised go directly towards New Vocations’ mission of rehabilitation, retraining and rehoming retired racehorses. For additional information, entry questions and media-related inquiries, please visit newvocations.org/donate or email [email protected] ### About New Vocations: Founded in 1992, New Vocations has grown into the largest racehorse adoption program in the country. Its mission to rehabilitate, retrain and rehome retired racehorses has led to the placement of over 9,500 retiring Standardbreds and Thoroughbreds into experienced, loving homes over the past 30 years. With nine facilities in six states, New Vocations works directly with racing owners and trainers seeking aftercare options to serve more than 600 retiring racehorses each year. Learn more at newvocations.org.