Victory for Our Herd!
Water for Warriors Campaign is Fully Funded
We’re thrilled to announce that After the Homestretch-Arizona has successfully raised the full $45,000 needed to build a life-sustaining well at our Desert Hills facility!
Thanks to the generosity of our community, our retired racehorses will soon have consistent access to clean, on-site water. This marks a major milestone in our mission to provide compassionate, sustainable care for these equine warriors.
Why It Matters:
Until now, ATHA relied on hauled-in water, a costly and fragile solution that impacted daily care. The new well will support hydration, medical needs, and overall herd health—especially during Arizona’s hottest months.
What’s Next:
Construction begins soon, with completion expected by the end of October. We’ll share updates as the project progresses!
Thank You!!
To every donor, volunteer, and supporter—you made this happen. Your belief in our mission is now flowing through every drop of water that will nourish our herd.
What We Do
Our goal is to prepare the horses for new adoptive homes. The majority of our horses have recently retired from the track, but we also have received horses from the AZ Dept of Agriculture and from people who can no longer care for their ex-racehorse.
We are here to give them a second chance – it’s what we do!
How We Do It
Each former racehorse that enters our aftercare program goes through an extensive 3-step process:
1. Reconditioning
Reconditioning for a retired racehorse is all about helping the horse transition from a racing career to a new life. It focuses on both physical and mental aspects. When the horses first arrive, they are given time to adjust and settle in.
2. Retraining
Racehorses are trained for racing, and they need to learn new skills to adapt to different disciplines. This retraining involves teaching them new gaits for dressage, jumping, or simply getting comfortable being handled and ridden for pleasure.
3. Re-homing
We meticulously screen potential adopters, ensuring a perfect match based on experience, lifestyle, and expectations. Adoptive families receive ongoing support and guidance, helping them build a successful and lasting bond with their new equine companion.
Who We Are
After The Homestretch AZ is dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of former racehorses.
Our aftercare program focuses on reconditioning, retraining, and re-homing these magnificent animals, providing them with the opportunity for fulfilling post-racing lives.
We also offer ongoing support and advocacy to ensure the continued welfare of these horses.
Charitable Foundations & Sponsors
We gratefully acknowledge the support of the following charitable foundations and sponsors. We would not be able to carry out the work we do without their grants and assistance.
