Fundraising efforts by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association and the Thoroughbred Racing Association of Oklahoma for equine related losses from the tornado are still underway.
We want to thank our horse family from one coast to the other for the generous donations that are coming this way. Fundraising efforts by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association and the Thoroughbred Racing Association of Oklahoma for equine related losses from the tornado are still underway. We want to thank our horse family from one coast to the other for the generous donations that are coming this way.
Unfortunately few of the horse people will be eligible for State or Federal Agriculture disaster funding available to many of the rural livestock owners to assist with debris removal, barn and fence repair or replacement as horses are not classified as production agriculture.
OQHRA and TRAO with the assistance of the Racetrack Chaplaincy Equine Disaster Response pastors are now working to identify those individuals who were impacted from the Oklahoma tornado.
If you know someone that needs assistance or if you were impacted by the storm and will let us help you with funding to replace your equipment, fences, barns, etc. we urge you to apply for assistance (CLICK HERE for Application!). Our benevolence committee will review information and document the losses and then make recommendations for payments.
If you would like to contribute to our efforts to help these victims rebuild their lives, you can donate in a variety of ways: Mail a check to OQHRA Benevolence c/o OQHRA P.O. Box 2907, Edmond, OK 73083 and mark it for Tornado relief. Call 405-216-0440 to make a donation with your credit or debit card.
The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association annually provides scholarships for college students to pursue a college education. OQHRA will award two $1,000 scholarships to deserving students.
March 4, 2020 – We appreciate you choosing to participate in OQHRA’s races and making you payment on or before the 15th.
Recurring Credit Card Payments –Recurring credit card payments will be automatically deducted on the 15th of each month. If you need to drop your horse, please notify us on or before the 5th of respective month.
This nomination list is the only reminder you will receive about upcoming payments.
If you have any questions please contact OQHRA office by phone or email. Phone Number (405) 216-0440 | Email OQHRA
Agenda for BOD meeting Posted Friday Before Meeting
RSVP OQHRA office at (405) 216-0440 if attending, an accurate count needed for lunch orders.
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Will Rogers Downs Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa Purse Scale
Many of you know that this year has been a tough year. However, our horsemen and women have yet again shown how tough and resilient you all are in the face of adversity. We have seen a chain of unprecedented events and circumstances that have affected the worldwide economy, and you continue to get up each day and move forward without question. Horse racing has overcome because of our people and the tenacity that is part of our heritage.
Years ago, OQHRA’s Board of Directors decided to create a reserve account in the case that there were ever catastrophes that prohibited casinos from funding any of the horsemen’s purse accounts in Oklahoma. With this foresight, decision, and ultimate action, the people of OQHRA were aptly prepared for the financial issues brought on by COVID-19.
Today, it is a true pleasure to announce that because of the preparedness of OQHRA, we have not had to cancel any meets, and will be racing at Will Rogers Downs with little-to-no reductions over 2019. We will be kicking off this meet with no reduction for Quarter Horse purses and only a ten percent reduction for Paints and Appaloosas. Had OQHRA not established the reserve policy, we would be looking at a potential reduction of purses of up to 45% in order to not overpay available monies.
It has always been a priority of OQHRA’s Board of Directors to serve the association’s membership with fiscal conservatism in order to ensure the longevity of year-round Quarter Horse, Paint & Appaloosa Racing within the great state of Oklahoma. This of course could not be accomplished without our incredible horsemen and women that walk through adversity, as we have seen this year. We look forward to continuing to serve you through all circumstances.
Oklahoma Disaster Relief Program
Fundraising efforts by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association and the Thoroughbred Racing Association of Oklahoma for equine related losses from the tornado are still underway.
We want to thank our horse family from one coast to the other for the generous donations that are coming this way. Fundraising efforts by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association and the Thoroughbred Racing Association of Oklahoma for equine related losses from the tornado are still underway. We want to thank our horse family from one coast to the other for the generous donations that are coming this way.
Unfortunately few of the horse people will be eligible for State or Federal Agriculture disaster funding available to many of the rural livestock owners to assist with debris removal, barn and fence repair or replacement as horses are not classified as production agriculture.
OQHRA and TRAO with the assistance of the Racetrack Chaplaincy Equine Disaster Response pastors are now working to identify those individuals who were impacted from the Oklahoma tornado.
If you know someone that needs assistance or if you were impacted by the storm and will let us help you with funding to replace your equipment, fences, barns, etc. we urge you to apply for assistance (CLICK HERE for Application!). Our benevolence committee will review information and document the losses and then make recommendations for payments.
If you would like to contribute to our efforts to help these victims rebuild their lives, you can donate in a variety of ways: Mail a check to OQHRA Benevolence c/o OQHRA P.O. Box 2907, Edmond, OK 73083 and mark it for Tornado relief. Call 405-216-0440 to make a donation with your credit or debit card.
Donations can also be made via – Paypal- CLICK HERE TO DONATE VIA PAYPAL!
2020 OQHRA Scholarship Program
The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association annually provides scholarships for college students to pursue a college education. OQHRA will award two $1,000 scholarships to deserving students.
Read More HERE
February Nominations Summary
March 4, 2020 – We appreciate you choosing to participate in OQHRA’s races and making you payment on or before the 15th.
Recurring Credit Card Payments – Recurring credit card payments will be automatically deducted on the 15th of each month. If you need to drop your horse, please notify us on or before the 5th of respective month.
This nomination list is the only reminder you will receive about upcoming payments.
If you have any questions please contact OQHRA office by phone or email. Phone Number (405) 216-0440 | Email OQHRA
View February Nominations Summary HERE
Board Of Directors Meeting
Complete BOD Schedule Posted HERE
Agenda for BOD meeting Posted Friday Before Meeting
RSVP OQHRA office at (405) 216-0440 if attending, an accurate count needed for lunch orders.
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Will Rogers Downs Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa Purse Scale
Many of you know that this year has been a tough year. However, our horsemen and women have yet again shown how tough and resilient you all are in the face of adversity. We have seen a chain of unprecedented events and circumstances that have affected the worldwide economy, and you continue to get up each day and move forward without question. Horse racing has overcome because of our people and the tenacity that is part of our heritage.
Years ago, OQHRA’s Board of Directors decided to create a reserve account in the case that there were ever catastrophes that prohibited casinos from funding any of the horsemen’s purse accounts in Oklahoma. With this foresight, decision, and ultimate action, the people of OQHRA were aptly prepared for the financial issues brought on by COVID-19.
Today, it is a true pleasure to announce that because of the preparedness of OQHRA, we have not had to cancel any meets, and will be racing at Will Rogers Downs with little-to-no reductions over 2019. We will be kicking off this meet with no reduction for Quarter Horse purses and only a ten percent reduction for Paints and Appaloosas. Had OQHRA not established the reserve policy, we would be looking at a potential reduction of purses of up to 45% in order to not overpay available monies.
It has always been a priority of OQHRA’s Board of Directors to serve the association’s membership with fiscal conservatism in order to ensure the longevity of year-round Quarter Horse, Paint & Appaloosa Racing within the great state of Oklahoma. This of course could not be accomplished without our incredible horsemen and women that walk through adversity, as we have seen this year. We look forward to continuing to serve you through all circumstances.
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I think y’all should thank Debbie for most of this.
Thanks OQHRA board and staff, past and present, for your emergency preparation.
Your hard work is much appreciated from our barn!!!
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