Ellis Park and the Kentucky HBPA will award $1,000 scholarships and tech packages to college students during their annual College Day event on Sunday, July 27.
The Kentucky Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association has partnered with the historic track to conduct drawings before each of nine races, offering students chances to win one of three prizes: a $1,000 scholarship, an iPad Mini with AirPods package, or a $150 Amazon gift card.
First post is scheduled for 11:50 a.m. CST. Full-time students can register throughout the afternoon to participate in remaining drawings.
Representatives from the University of Kentucky’s Ag Equine programs, the University of Louisville’s Equine Industry Program and the Kentucky Equine Management Internship (KEMI) will be available on-site to provide information about career opportunities in the horse industry.
“The fastest route to making a new horse-racing fan is first getting them to the track,” said Alex Foley, the Kentucky HBPA’s Executive Director. “This is a great collaboration with Ellis Park to invest in our future, and we’re delighted to have UK, U of L and KEMI on hand. What college student can’t use $1,000, an iPad Mini and AirPods or Amazon gift card? It’s free admission and parking every day at Ellis Park and Sunday’s are Kentucky HBPA Dollar Days with $1 hot dogs. College Day is a fun, affordable way for college students to come out with friends or family. You don’t have to know anything about horse racing to enjoy the excitement and beauty of the sport.”
Eligibility requires a valid college I.D. or letter of admission, with incoming freshmen welcome to participate. Students attending two or four-year colleges, graduate programs, professional schools, or vocational programs that qualify for federal aid are eligible to enter.
Students must register in person and be present during the drawings to claim prizes. Each student may enter only once.
“We’re excited to continue our support of Kentucky HBPA College Day at Ellis Park,” said Steve Roof, General Manager of Owensboro Racing & Gaming/Ellis Park Racing & Gaming. “This event reflects our ongoing commitment to education and the future of our community.”
