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The Second Edition of the Friends of Ferdinand Virtual Derby Breaks Records

The race is virtual, but the direct impact is real! Read about the second edition of the most exciting virtual race, which benefits real-life ex-racehorses!

Jun 17, 2021
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Tags: Donor Recognition Fundraiser OTTB Sponsor

Friends of Ferdinand Announces Prize List for 2021 Virtual Derby

Friends of Ferdinand announces prizes for the 2021 edition of the Virtual Derby!

Apr 20, 2021
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Tags: Businesses that we love Fundraiser OTTB Thoroughbred

Friends of Ferdinand Launches New Broodmare Pilot Program

Friends of Ferdinand is thrilled to announce the launch of their new pilot program: the Broodmare Bunch.

Mar 14, 2021
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Tags: Broodmare Donor Recognition Indiana Ohio Only Equine Org in Indiana OTTB Thoroughbred

Friends of Ferdinand's Inaugural Virtual Derby a Smash Hit

Friends of Ferdinand's new fundraiser, a Derby-themed virtual race, raises enough money to fully fund two new horses in our program.

Nov 18, 2020
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Tags: Donor Recognition Fundraiser OTTB Sponsor Success

A Day at the Races

Friends of Ferdinand team visits Indiana Grand and is presented with a check for Thoroughbred aftercare.

Aug 26, 2020
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Tags: Donor Recognition Indiana Indiana Grand OTTB Racing

Caring During COVID-19: How You Can Help the Horse Community During the Pandemic

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has hit the equine industry hard. Here are a few things you can do to help the horse community during this time.

May 11, 2020
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Why We Are Different

- We put the horse first, which usually costs more $ and takes more time.

- We are amateur competitors and pleasure riders, adopters, fosters and donors.

- We are professional eventers/trainers.

- We are racehorse owners/trainers that needed to safely retire horses.

We've been there and we get what is important to you as an adopter, a donor, a racehorse owner, or a trainer with a client looking for a horse.

FFI At A Glance

- Long-term dedication = the horses can always come back to FFI.

- The right match is key. Almost 100% of our horses adopted since 2015 are still with their adopters.

- Since 2005, 95% of our horses are thriving in their 2nd careers and have not returned to FFI.

- Our adopters give back and become our biggest supporters.

Mailing Address

Friends of Ferdinand Inc.

PO Box 262

Mooresville, IN 46158

The horses are located at different farms in Indiana and Ohio. If you are looking to visit the horses, please submit an adoption application and we will get you scheduled out to visit and provide you location information at that time.