A Note from Norah Pollard

My dad, Red Pollard, loved horses—especially Seabiscuit, the Thoroughbred he rode to recovery and raced to victory.  Red would be so glad to know that there are now horse rescues for the Thoroughbreds and broodmares that have given so much to us and now need us to give them love and care in return.

Dawn Mellen and Friend
After the Finish LineTM President Dawn Mellen and friend.

 

 

ATFL Press Release

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE revised 11/07

After the Finish LineTM Launches New Non-Profit and Website for Thoroughbred Racehorses

Our Mission: To provide funding for rescue and retirement organizations ensuring quality care and safe homes for Thoroughbred horses…
After the Finish LineTM!

October 8, 2007 - San Diego, Ca -  The newly formed San Diego-based National 501(C)(3) funding non-profit organization After the Finish LineTM has just been initiated to benefit Thoroughbred racehorses and broodmares that can no longer race or breed. The greatest victory for a Thoroughbred is not winning a race, but winning the race to live long past their days on the racetrack. Thoroughbreds can transition into second careers such as jumpers, trail and companion horses when they are done racing if given the chance.

After the Finish LineTM will provide funding assistance to Thoroughbred rescue organizations across the United States through yearly grants and an Emergency Fund to assist horses as needed. Rescue organizations bare the financial burden of caring for these unwanted horses. After the Finish LineTM was created for Thoroughbreds that have no means of support.

Dawn Mellen, President of After the Finish LineTM, was a past Board member with another rescue organization. Mellen, with an extensive background in Marketing and Finance, realized there was a lack of funding to support and to ensure the welfare of these horses.  Mellen became inspired to make a better life for the horses by bringing like minded people together who want to help via After the Finish LineTM.

 After the Finish LineTM relies on the generosity of a National community of individuals, corporations and foundations to support its commitment toward these noble animals.  All donations and bequests are tax deductible.  The launching of the organization’s new website www.AftertheFinish-Line.Org provides important information and easy ways to donate. You don’t have to be a racing fan to become involved.

After the Finish LineTM exists to honor, respect and provide a voice for Thoroughbred horses ensuring their welfare off the racetrack and by respecting them for their achievements. There are alternatives to slaughter.

Mailing address:
After the Finish LineTM, 3525 Del Mar Heights Road, PMB 397,
San Diego, CA  92130


  For more information please visit www.AftertheFinish-Line.Org or call
(858) 350-1371