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RELEASE: Racing Foundation releases 2023 Annual Review and 2024 Strategy

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RELEASE: Racing Foundation releases 2023 Annual Review and 2024 Strategy

21 Mar 2024

The Racing Foundation has released its 2023 Annual Review and Strategy for 2024. It reaffirms its commitment to the areas of Equine Welfare, People, Community and Youth Engagement and Environmental Sustainability.

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Less than a month remains for employers to register interest to hire a government-funded employee

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Less than a month remains for employers to register interest to hire a government-funded employee

1 Oct 2021

The Kickstart Scheme facilitates horseracing businesses and charities to employ young people for free for six months, provided they are aged 16 to 24 and claiming universal credit.

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The Racing Foundation announces Julia Budd as new Chair with term to commence January 2022

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The Racing Foundation announces Julia Budd as new Chair with term to commence January 2022

9 Sep 2021

Julia succeeds Ian Barlow who retires after six years and two terms on the Foundation’s board. Well known to key stakeholders, Budd has held high-profile positions across the industry.

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Racing Foundation supports a coordinated approach to Government Kickstart Scheme

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Racing Foundation supports a coordinated approach to Government Kickstart Scheme

15 Jul 2021

The Kickstart Scheme facilitates horseracing businesses and charities to employ young people for free for six months, provided they are aged 16 to 24 and claiming universal credit.

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The Jockey Club auctions racecourse experience Days for Alzheimer's Society

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The Jockey Club auctions racecourse experience Days for Alzheimer’s Society

30 Jun 2021

The prizes have been donated by the fourteen Jockey Club Racecourses around the country including Cheltenham and Aintree and supported by local trainers and sponsors.

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Autism in Racing creates free e-learning module on the Racing 2 Learn online platform

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Autism in Racing creates free e-learning module on the Racing 2 Learn online platform

27 Jun 2021

This course is designed to equip you with knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of autism awareness within the racing industry.

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The Racing Foundation Releases 2020 Annual Review Video to Outline Grant-giving Activity

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The Racing Foundation Releases 2020 Annual Review Video to Outline Grant-giving Activity

14 Jun 2021

2020 was a challenging year for everyone both in and outside of the Racing industry, but the Racing Foundation maintained operations throughout the year.

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“I had huge concerns about doing this piece of work because I didn’t know what the reception would be”

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“I had huge concerns about doing this piece of work because I didn’t know what the reception would be”

10 Jun 2021

To mark Pride Month, Founder of the Racing With Pride network and PHD student David Letts talks to the Racing Foundation about LGBT+ acceptance in the racing industry.

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Horse Welfare Board Appoints High-Calibre Strategy Implementation Team Funded by the Racing Foundation

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Horse Welfare Board Appoints High-Calibre Strategy Implementation Team Funded by the Racing Foundation

25 May 2021

The appointment of the three individuals, which includes Olympic eventing course designer Mike Etherington-Smith, was funded by the Racing Foundation.

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The Racing Foundation Looks to Appoint a New Trustee and Chair for January 2022

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The Racing Foundation Looks to Appoint a New Trustee and Chair for January 2022

18 May 2021

The positions will provide guidance and assurance on the delivery of our ambitions. More information and a candidate pack can be found inside.

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The Racing Foundation extends membership funding to National Council for Voluntary Organisations

20 Apr 2021

Since 2017 the Racing Foundation has negotiated and funded group NVCO membership, providing racing charities with access to free resources and support.

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