Julia Visits: Autism in Racing

In the latest episode of Julia Visits, Chair of the Racing Foundation, Julia Budd, learns more about Autism in Racing by attending one of their Autism-Friendly Race Days at Chelmsford City Racecourse. 
 
The Racing Foundation has funded activities delivered by Autism in Racing since its inception. More recently, this funding has been with support from the Racing Post and Godolphin.  The autism-friendly race days have made great strides to open the door for neurodiverse people and their families and provide them with the opportunity to enjoy British racing and learn more about the sport.
 
Watch the full video via the link below to hear from Julia, the Chelmsford team and Bobby Beevers, the Founder of Autism in Racing.

For more information about Autism in Racing click here.

Trustee Spotlight: Louise Kemble

Welcome to our Trustee Spotlight video series, where each episode offers a glimpse into the life and work of a Racing Foundation Trustee.
 
This episode features Louise Kemble as she reflects on her six years on the Board as a representative of the breeding industry. Her knowledge and expertise have helped identify a wide range of needs from championing grassroots activities, to supporting major welfare initiatives across the sport.
 
Watch the episode to hear Louise’s reflections as she completes her second term as a Trustee, including the progress she’s proud to have helped shape and what has made her time with the Racing Foundation so rewarding.

The Racing Foundation would like to extend sincere thanks to Louise for her dedication and expertise. She has played a key part in the evolution of the Foundation and she will be greatly missed when she stands down at the end of the year. 

Ascot Racecourse clinches Racing Foundation Green Award and named Champion Racecourse at RCA Awards

Ascot Racecourse was crowned Racecourse Association Showcase Champion Racecourse at the 14th annual Showcase Awards held at York Racecourse in November, and by doing so, has become the first racecourse to be awarded this ultimate accolade on three separate occasions. 

Alongside success in the Exceptional Raceday Delivery category (for events with over 8,000 spectators) and a Finalist placing in the Marketing Category, the racecourse also won the Racing Foundation Green Award on the way to being named overall Champion.