The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Charities are enjoying a nice little sum from the insurance agencies this year. American International Group (AIG) and Maroevich, O’Shea & Coghlan (MOC) Insurance Services has promised $60,000 to the fund that aids disabled jockeys in paying for health care and living expenses.

AIG donated $30,000 at the Breeders’ Cup World Championships Kickoff Celebration and promised another $10,000

Steve Gold is the president of AIG Domestic Accident and Health. He says, “It is an honor to be involved with the horse racing industry. AIG has a major commitment to racing and insures jockeys at major racetracks all across the country. AIG understands the risk that jockeys face every time they take a mount on a racehorse, and we are proud to support the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund.”

MOC announced that they would donate $20,000. John Unick is the president of MOC’s Thoroughbred racing division. He says, “Over the past several years, I have had the great pleasure of working with numerous executives at AIG on the direction of the Thoroughbred racing industry. The horse racing industry presents many unique challenges, none more apparent than the risk a jockey faces in each and every race. We are proud to be there for them and their families when they need us most.”