A hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements or noble qualities. There are heroes all around the horse racing industry, and the Race Track Chaplaincy of America (RTCA) wants to recognize these selfless servants.
The RTCA is currently seeking nominees for our 17th Annual White Horse Awards. These awards are presented annually at the White Horse Awards program. This year’s program will take place on Thursday, October 31, at Santa Anita in Arcadia, California, just prior to the beginning of the Breeders’ Cup World Championships being held at the same track. It is a way to recognize those unsung heroes of horse racing, whether their actions are headline-grabbing or the quiet and not-so-obvious kind of heroism.
Nominees are being sought for the following awards:
• White Horse Award - An award given to individuals who have done something heroic on behalf of human or horse.
• Community Service Award - An award given to an individual who has made significant contributions to the welfare of racetrack chaplaincy ministries.
To submit a nomination for either the White Horse or Community Service Awards, visit www.rtcanational.org/events for a complete list of rules and selection criteria, as well as nomination forms. The deadline for submission is September 27, 2019. For more information, please contact the RTCA National Service Center at (859) 410-7822.