David R. Lanigan

Former Multible Group & Royal Ascot winning trainer. Bloodstock Agent USA & Europe. Four Star Sales/Heider Family Racing

[New Vocations @NewVocations]

For Immediate Release:
New Vocations to Host 23rd Annual All-Thoroughbred Charity Horse Show

May 14, 2026 – LEXINGTON, KY – New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program is excited to host its 23rd Annual All-Thoroughbred Charity Horse Show from May 29th - 31st at Highfields Event Center in Aiken, SC. Proudly returning as title sponsor is Heider Family Stables, a dedicated supporter of the organization’s mission and Thoroughbred aftercare.

"We've been longtime supporters of New Vocations. Terrific leadership and dedicated individuals who make it happen on a day-to-day basis make it a must-support for us in the Thoroughbred industry. It's an important part of our sport, taking care of the racehorses once their racing careers are completed, and rightfully so. New Vocations makes it possible for these horses to move on to new chapters, and that's a win-win scenario for everyone. We are honored to be involved and enthusiastically support their work." shared Scott & Cindy Heider. cc @uscgatsby

“We’re thrilled to have the Heider Family Stables as our title sponsor again this year,” said Anna Ford, New Vocations’ Thoroughbred Program Director. “Scott and Cindy Heider have been avid supporters of New Vocations and our horse show, and we’re incredibly grateful for their continued commitment. We’re excited to welcome exhibitors back to celebrate their shared passion for Thoroughbreds and watch them excel in a variety of disciplines.”

This three-day show is New Vocations’ largest fundraiser of the year, and it provides a stage for the second careers of over 175 off-track Thoroughbreds, showcasing their versatility and athleticism. With support from the Indiana HBPA and Baoma Corp as Day Sponsors, alongside many generous industry sponsors, the event is a celebration of Off-Track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) in their new careers. cc @IndianaHBPA & @BaomaCorp

The show will offer a variety of classes for Thoroughbreds, including hunter, jumper, combined test, pleasure, dressage, western and in-hand. A highlight of the show is the Specialty Thoroughbred Awards, which celebrate the OTTBs’ achievements during their racing careers, including awards for the horse with the most earnings, the horse that sold for the most as a yearling, and the lowest speed figure. More than 175 Thoroughbreds from across the Southeastern U.S. are expected to compete.

All sponsorships, exhibitor fees and funds raised go directly towards New Vocations’ mission of rehabilitation, retraining and rehoming retired racehorses. For additional information, entry questions and media-related inquiries, please visit https://t.co/gmAPJiKVP6 or email [email protected]
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About New Vocations: Founded in 1992, New Vocations has grown into the largest racehorse adoption program in the country. Its mission to rehabilitate, retrain and rehome retired racehorses has led to the placement of over 9,500 retiring Standardbreds and Thoroughbreds into experienced, loving homes over the past 30 years. With nine facilities in six states, New Vocations works directly with racing owners and trainers seeking aftercare options to serve more than 600 retiring racehorses each year. Learn more at https://t.co/z8JP7Mdjnq.

[David R. Lanigan @drlanigan]

Kentucky Spring show @KyHorsePark in the books. Thank you Nori Scheffel for making it all work. #KY #USA

[Michael Caulfield MSc @TheCaulfieldWay]

If you have time, do read this, and it is far more than an article on racing, it is possibly about the most important topic of all, which is not racing. Do read.

How racing’s ‘Enfant Terrible’ is nurturing the next generation of top jockeys https://t.co/M5eSiXmtHd

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

John was a good man. He was most helpful to us as we began our program of racing and breeding in Ireland a number of years ago and stayed on our team. Smart & honest is how I would describe John. We will miss him. @HRIRacing

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Many thanks to the team at Hill N Dale & our good friends at Taylor Made. Our Group I girl “Pista” delivered a beautiful daughter of Not This Time ⭐️ on Saturday & is booked right back. Meet young “Modena”! 🇮🇹@HillnDaleFarm @TMStallions @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @JosephOBrien2 🍀

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Springtime in The Bluegrass. Mornings at the farms are pretty special. So appreciative of everyone’s hard work, day in day out. You are the difference. Thank you. @HillnDaleFarm @millridgefarm @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @amylanigan1

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Brendan is a class act. He cares deeply for the horses in his care and the sport we all love.

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Very proud of this young lady yesterday. “Icona” ran a bang up second at beautiful Keeneland Racecourse. Out of a granddaughter of the prolific Cherry Hinton, she has the courage of this Irish 🍀🍀 family in her. @brenpwalsh @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @coolmoreamerica @Tyler_Gaff

[Shooter McGavin @ShooterMcGavin]

This Masters commercial absolutely nailed it

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Something special about our mothers…… @amylanigan1 @HillnDaleFarm @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @TedDurcan @barrylacy1 @JosephOBrien2

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Happy Monday from “Fancy” and her first foal, a daughter of Into Mischief. Amy Lanigan, you capture the moments. Love ❤️ your talent. Thank you very much! Big thanks to the team at @HillnDaleFarm as always. @amylanigan @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @TedDurcan @barrylacy1 🍀

[FanDuel Racing @FanDuel_Racing]

💲 TRUST ACCOUNT ($7.60) digs in for her maiden victory in the @GulfstreamPark opener. Jockey David Egan was up for trainer @brenpwalsh and owner Heider Family Stables. Another winner by @SpendthriftFarm stallion Into Mischief.

💵 Bet Gulfstream 👉🏽 https://t.co/mVaJHaiIWA

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Many thanks to the whole team. First filly we’ve been blessed to have who’s a daughter of a BC champion and a 1/2 sister to a BC champion. It’s what dreams are made of…Very, very thankful. @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @brenpwalsh @tedDurcan @keeneland @MargauxFarm @barrylacy1 🍀🍀

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Very pleased with Icona’s second NA start. Sweet ride Tyler. Love having you at the wheel. Most appreciative to everyone involved with this beautiful daughter of Kingman. Teamwork. @brenpwalsh @JosephOBrien2 @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @Tyler_Gaff @TedDurcan @MargauxFarm 🍀🍀🍀🍀

[Four Star Sales @FourStarSales]

It was a weekend for the fillies🌺

@keenelandsales Nov grad BOTTLE OF ROUGE wins the Sunland Park Oaks, earning 20 qualifying points for the G1 KY Oaks
📷 @coadymediaUSA

@keenelandsales Sept grad CREED’S GOLD wins the Lightning City S
📷 @tampabaydowns

Huge congrats to all!

[David R. Lanigan @drlanigan]

Sophie Jane Lanigan staying busy in the cold working the ⁦@FasigTiptonCo⁩ February mixed sale for ⁦@FourStarSales⁩

[Four Star Sales @FourStarSales]

Happy birthday to this legend @KerryCauthen! Never a dull moment with the boss man 😎

[Scott C. Heider @uscgatsby]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone. We are thankful for all of you!! @JosephOBrien2 @brenpwalsh @drlanigan @KerryCauthen @TedDurcan @barrylacy1 @HillnDaleFarm @millridgefarm @MargauxFarm 🍀🍀🍀🍀

[FanDuel Racing @FanDuel_Racing]

💛 #9 LOVE AND GRACE ($9.40) and @tyler_gaff were the best of the bunch in the nightcap at @GulfstreamPark. The juvenile Into Mischief (@SpendthriftFarm) filly broke her maiden for trainer @brenpwalsh.

[Jockey Tyler Gaffalione @TGjockey]

Love and Grace and @Tyler_Gaff prevailed to earn the victory in a Maiden Special Weight at #GulfstreamPark. Thanks and congratulations to trainer @brenpwalsh and owner Heider Family Stables! #ChampionshipMeet