Formed in 1999 as a subsidiary of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA), NTRA Charities is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity whose mission is to promote and support charities in or related to the Thoroughbred industry.

Contributions to NTRA Charities are tax deductible.

Barbaro Fund for Equine Health and Safety Research

NTRA Charities, a subsidiary of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA), has established the Barbaro Fund for Equine Health and Safety Research. The Barbaro Fund for Equine Health and Safety Research replaced the NTRA Charities – Barbaro Memorial Fund and is the primary fundraising arm of the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance for equine health and safety research.

NTRA Charities Officers

Tom Rooney
President

Keith Chamblin
Treasurer

NTRA Charities Board of Directors

Shannon ArvinKeeneland Association
Chair of NTRA Board
Drew FlemingBreeders' Cup Limited
Josh RubensteinDel Mar Thoroughbred Club
Thoroughbred Owners of California
Dennis DrazinMonmouth Park
Joseph AppelbaumThoroughbred Horsemen's Association
Jim GaglianoThe Jockey Club
John HindmanTelevision Games Network
David O'FarrellTOBA
David O'RourkeNew York Racing Association
Mike RogersThe Stronach Group
Judy WagnerHorseplayers Representative
Thomas J. RooneyNTRA
Joe WilsonThoroughbred Racing Associations
Mike ZieglerChurchill Downs Incorporated