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The Jockey Club
New York, NY · EIN 130888345 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE N69Z · Recreation & Sports · Large ($10M-$50M) · jockeyclub.com
revenue
$13.5M
expenses
$15.6M
net assets
$78.1M
employees
34
volunteers
10
mission · from form 990

The Jockey Club is the breed Registry for Thoroughbred horses in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. It is dedicated to the improvement of Thoroughbred breeding and racing and fulfills that mandate by serving many segments of the industry through its subsidiary companies and by supporting industry initiatives.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Jockey Club is the official breed registry for Thoroughbred horses in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. It supports the Thoroughbred industry through data collection, research, and policy initiatives, including maintaining the Equine Injury Database and publishing the annual Fact Book. The organization also convenes industry leaders through its Round Table Conference and funds research via affiliated foundations.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $0
    CONFERENCES: SINCE 1953, THE JOCKEY CLUB HAS HELD AN ANNUAL ROUND TABLE CONFERENCE ON MATTERS PERTAINING TO RACING IN SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY. THE TWO-HOUR CONFERENCE HAS FEATURED A MYRIAD OF IMPORTANT TOPICS AND PROMINENT SPEAKERS FROM THE UNITED STATES AS WELL AS ABROAD AND MORE THAN 300 INDUSTRY PARTICIPANTS NOW ATTEND. THE CONFERENCE EXAMINES INITIATIVES AND ACTIONS DESIGNED TO HELP THE THOROUGHBRED INDUSTRY.
  2. #2 $0
    THE PUBLICATION OF THE FACT BOOK, WHICH IS A COMPREHENSIVE STATISTICAL AND INFORMATIONAL GUIDE TO THE THOROUGHBRED INDUSTRY.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Equine Injury Database
Industry-wide data collection system that tracks racing injuries and outcomes to improve horse safety; data is released annually to inform best practices and policy.
Fact Book Publication
Comprehensive annual statistical and informational guide to the Thoroughbred industry, including breeding, racing, and economic data; updated daily online.
ID My Thoroughbred App
Mobile application that supports tattoo lookup and identification of Thoroughbred horses, enhancing traceability and ownership verification.
Round Table Conference
Annual conference convening industry leaders to discuss critical issues in Thoroughbred racing, including integrity, safety, and regulatory reform; held since 1953 in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Thoroughbred Incentive Program (T.I.P.)
Program that encourages the retraining and ongoing use of Thoroughbreds after racing through competitions, awards, and recognition across multiple equestrian disciplines.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Equine Health and Welfare Education 3 activities
    • Capacity building and industry collaboration initiatives
      Sponsors the Racing Surfaces Testing Laboratory to evaluate track safety, appoints leadership to drive industry strategy, and co-hosts breeders workshops with TOBA to identify best practices. Supports diversity and inclusion efforts through partnership with the Ed Brown Society.
    • Hosting of major industry forums and conferences
      Hosts the annual Round Table Conference on Matters Pertaining to Racing in Saratoga Springs, NY, attended by over 300 industry participants since 1954, and organizes the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit to advance safety initiatives. Transcripts from the Round Table Conference are available dating back to 1953.
    • Production and publication of industry research and statistical reports
      Compiles, updates, and publishes annual and real-time data on the Thoroughbred industry including state and regional fact books, breeding statistics (mares bred, foal crop estimates), racing data from Equibase, and injury data from the Equine Injury Database. Maintains an Online Fact Book and releases an annual guide to the North American Thoroughbred industry.
  • Equine Industry Representation and Support 2 activities
    • Advocacy for horseracing integrity, safety, and international collaboration
      Advocated for the passage of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA), develops compliance tools for the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, and co-hosted Pan American Conferences to promote international cooperation. Organizes the Racing Office Committee and supports global coordination through participation in the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities.
    • Media and public education outreach
      Produces the On the Lead podcast covering issues in horse racing and publishes news releases and industry resources such as the Jockey Club Rule Book to inform stakeholders.
  • Medical Research Funding 1 activity
    • Funding and support for equine health, safety, and regulatory infrastructure
      Funds and supports key equine health and safety initiatives including the Equine Injury Database, the Equine Disease Communication Center, and research through the Racing Medication & Testing Consortium. Provides financial and operational support to the Racing Officials Accreditation Program and the National Thoroughbred Racing Association to strengthen industry governance and regulation.
  • Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
    • Grantmaking and scholarship programs for industry development
      Awards five annual academic scholarships totaling $76,000 to students pursuing careers in the Thoroughbred industry and provides a loan repayment fellowship of up to $25,000 for racing regulatory veterinarians. Offers partial support to the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards and contributes to aftercare charities through the checkoff program during foal registration.
  • Equine Rescue and Retirement Care 1 activity
    • Promotion and support of Thoroughbred ownership and aftercare
      Co-leads OwnerView, a centralized resource providing educational materials and tools for current and prospective Thoroughbred owners. Administers the Thoroughbred Incentive Program and Thoroughbred Connect to support retraining, rehoming, and recognition of retired Thoroughbreds in second careers.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Development and operation of digital tools for industry stakeholders
      Develops and maintains multiple digital platforms including the ID My Thoroughbred mobile app, Equineline Sales Catalog app, Pre-Race Veterinary Exam software, EquiTAPS for treatment reporting, and Thoroughbred Regulatory Rulings database. These tools support identification, medical tracking, regulatory compliance, and transparency in Thoroughbred racing.
    • Thoroughbred foal registration and identification services
      Operates a comprehensive foal registration system requiring submission of Live Foal/No Foal Reports, genetic samples, photographs, and documentation; provides genetic typing kits, microchips for foals born in 2017 or later, and digital certificate management via an online platform. Also offers free microchip and tattoo lookup services to support horse identification throughout and beyond racing careers.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$13.50M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$9.34M69%
Investment income$2.15M16%
Other revenue$2.01M
expenses
Total expenses$15.59M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$5.11M
Grants paid out$1.62M
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$81.07M
Cash$3.33M
Investments$38.66M
Liabilities$3.01M
Net assets$78.06M
Liquid reserves32.3 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +5.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 7
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
James L Gagliano President & Chief Operating Officer 40 $1.03M
Matt Luliano Executive Vice President & Executive Director 40 $550K
Laura Barillaro Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer 40 $514K
Marc Summers Vice President & General Counsel 40 $501K
Rick Bailey REGISTRAR 40 $215K
Andrew Chesser Registration Services Manager 40 $151K
Jamie Haydon Deputy Executive Director 10 $42K
board members · 13
  • Alex R Rankin — Steward
  • Barbara Banke — Steward
  • David O'Farrell — Steward (as of 07/2024)
  • Dr Larry R Bramlage — Steward (through 07/2024)
  • Everett Dobson — Steward (as of 07/2024)
  • Gary Fenton — Steward (as of 07/2024)
  • Ian Highet — Treasurer
  • Louis A Cella — Steward
  • Stuart S Janney III — Chairman
  • Terry Finley — Steward
  • Vincent Viola — Steward (as of 07/2024)
  • William M Lear Jr — Secretary
  • William S Farish Jr — Vice Chair
relationships · 60

Who they work with

  • American Horse Council Partner — Founding trustee and supporter of the multi-breed, multi-discipline organization representing the horse industry in federal matters.
  • American Horse Council Partner — Founding trustee relationship; supports federal advocacy for the horse industry
  • Amplify Horse Racing Partner — Supports Amplify Horse Racing, an organization dedicated to expanding education, mentorship, and career opportunities in the Thoroughbred industry for young people.
  • Beyond the Wire Partner — Accredited non-profit Thoroughbred aftercare facility listed for horse placement and adoption.
  • BloodHorse Partner — Publishes news and analysis for the Thoroughbred industry.
  • CANTER Partner — Network of regional organizations supporting Thoroughbred retraining and adoption, listed by The Jockey Club as placement resources.
  • Ed Brown Society Partner — Announced a collaborative partnership to support diversity and inclusion in the thoroughbred industry
  • Ed Brown Society Partner — Became an Ed Brown Partner in January 2024, the highest level of organizational support for the society.
  • Ed Brown Society Partner — The Jockey Club became an Ed Brown Partner in January 2024, the highest level of organizational support for the Ed Brown Society, which promotes opportunities for young people of color in the equine industry.
  • Equibase Partner — Collaborates on data services, past performances, and technology initiatives
  • Equibase Company Partner — Jointly operates a national database for Thoroughbred racing information.
  • Equibase Company Partner — Provides statistical data for state fact books and industry reports.
  • Equibase Company Partner — Supplies data on 2025 racing from racetracks of North America for inclusion in The Jockey Club's publications.
  • Equine Disease Communications Center Partner — Provides ongoing organizational and financial support since inception
  • Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Funder — Approves funding for equine health research annually
  • Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Partner — Collaborates on research initiatives related to Thoroughbred health and safety.
  • Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Partner — Coordinated and co-underwrote the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit.
  • Groom Elite Partner — Provides financial support to Groom Elite, an educational program that enhances horsemanship skills for grooms and caregivers.
  • Gulfstream Park Thoroughbred Transition program Partner — Racetrack-affiliated program listed for retired Thoroughbred retraining and adoption.
  • Horse Country Partner — Supports public engagement and education through behind-the-scenes equine facility tours
  • Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority Government — Supported legislative passage and develops compliance tools for the authority
  • In the Money Media Network Partner — Produces the On the Lead podcast in partnership with The Jockey Club.
  • InCompass Solutions Partner — Commercial subsidiary involved in designing and hosting multiple integrity and safety systems including the Equine Injury Database, Jockey Health Information System, and Pre-Race Veterinary Exam software.
  • International Federation of Horseracing Authorities Partner — Provides financial, technical, and human resource contributions and holds key leadership positions within the federation.
  • International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses Partner — Provides financial and human resource support to the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses to promote global aftercare standards.
  • Keeneland Association Partner — Hosted the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit, which was coordinated and underwritten by The Jockey Club and Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.
  • National Thoroughbred Racing Association Partner — Collaborates in support of the WAGER Act to restore tax deductibility for wagering losses.
  • National Thoroughbred Racing Association Partner — Supports through dues, sponsorship, and board participation to increase the popularity, welfare, and integrity of Thoroughbred racing.
  • National Thoroughbred Racing Association Partner — Supports through dues, sponsorship, and board participation to promote Thoroughbred racing
  • New Start [Penn National] Partner — Penn National-affiliated program listed for Thoroughbred aftercare and placement.
+ 30 more
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Data-Driven Transparency to Shape Industry Standards
    methodology: data-driven_transparency
    By compiling, verifying, and disseminating accurate, up-to-date data on breeding, racing, and health trends, The Jockey Club increases transparency and informs evidence-based decision-making, because reliable longitudinal data enables stakeholders to identify risks, measure performance, and align around common standards.
  • Multi-Stakeholder Convening for Industry Reform
    methodology: convening_power
    By convening diverse industry stakeholders through structured forums like the Round Table Conference and annual gatherings, The Jockey Club fosters collective problem-solving and catalyzes systemic reforms, because high-level dialogue enables consensus-building and coordinated action across fragmented sectors of the Thoroughbred industry.
  • Research-Informed Advocacy for Equine Safety and Welfare
    methodology: research-driven_regulatory_uniformity
    By funding research, forming expert committees, and advocating for legislation such as the SAFE Act, The Jockey Club advances equine safety and welfare, because science-based recommendations and policy engagement create enforceable, scalable improvements in care and integrity across the industry.
  • Youth Pipeline Development with Diversity Focus
    methodology: youth_workforce_pipeline_development
    By partnering with organizations to fund training, mentorship, and career pathways for young people—particularly youth of color—The Jockey Club expands workforce diversity and strengthens industry sustainability, because early access and inclusive development programs generate a more resilient and representative talent pipeline.