Race of the Regions – Derby Update

The 2022 ACTEC Foundation Spring Derby galloped to a start on Monday, with eight jockeys Riding for the Cup in the third ACTEC Foundation Spring Derby. As of Friday morning, jockeys have raised $10,250 to benefit the important resources the Foundation provides.

Congratulations to Farhad Aghdami of the Southeast Region on being the first jockey to reach and exceed the $3,000 individual goal, having raised $4,300 so far. Who is going to catch Sweet Virginia? Donate to move your horse forward! The official Derby will run until Monday, May 23 at 3:00 PM ET. The winning jockey will receive the coveted ACTEC Foundation Derby Cup and bragging rights.

This race gets more exciting every week… stay tuned for further updates! Click on the rider’s name to donate.

Eight jockeys in the Run for the Cup:

Southeast Region’s jockey is Farhad Aghdami on Sweet Virginia
Great Lakes Region’s jockey is John Furniss on Per Stirrups
Heart of America’s jockey is Jeff Peetz on Heart of America
Southern Region’s jockey is Miriam Henry on Bees Knees
Western Region’s jockey is Josh Husbands on Timber Jim
Mid-Atlantic’s jockey is Tara Pleat on 50 Shades of Hay
Rocky Mountain’s jockey is Stephanie Tuthill on Canyon’s Edge
New England’s jockey is Janet Moore on Love that Copper Penny

Check the Leader Board daily and watch your email for updates every Wednesday until the Derby closes on May 3!