Become a Member of ITBOA
Become a part of something bigger when you join the ITBOA. Get connected with the passionate, dedicated community that’s working year-round to support Iowa’s Thoroughbred racing and breeding industry. Whether you’re a breeder, owner, trainer, or just love the sport, ITBOA membership comes with exclusive perks and meaningful impact.
Membership Perks:
- Access to ITBOA scholarships.
- Stay up to date with 8 printed monthly newsletters.
- Vote for board members and shape the future of racing in Iowa.
- Opportunities to save money with discounts on nominations fees for races.
- Help with paperwork, concerns and industry issues from our full-time executive director.
Your membership also supports:
- HART / Ring the Bell Program – Helping former racehorses find safe, loving second careers.
- Backside Enrichment Committee – Hosting 5 free luncheons and working with Caring Hands Food Pantry to support everyone working on the backside.
- Groom Elite Training Program – In partnership with IAHBPA, we help train the next generation of skilled grooms.
- Grocery Store Taxi Rides – Every Wednesday during the race meet, we help grooms get the essentials through our partnership with IAHBPA and the Chaplaincy.
- Sponsorship of 17 Stakes Races – Including 14 Iowa Breds and 3 Stallion Stakes each season.
