In this episode, Laura Joiner discusses the Sam Thompson Memorial Foundation, which she leads in honor of her friend, the late Sam Thompson, a jockey who tragically passed away after a racing accident. The foundation initially aimed to cover Sam’s medical expenses but has since expanded to support injured riders and others in the horse racing community. Laura shares the foundation’s growth, scholarship initiatives, challenges in running a nonprofit, and the impact of their work on individuals and families in need. She emphasizes the importance of community involvement and helping others.

Takeaways

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• The foundation was founded to support Sam Thompson’s medical expenses.
  
• Sam Thompson’s legacy continues to inspire and drive the foundation’s mission.
  
• It has grown to support injured riders and others in the horse racing community.
  
• Scholarship initiatives have become a significant part of the foundation’s work and the foundation has awarded over 275 scholarships to date.
  
• Community involvement is crucial for the foundation’s success.
  
• The foundation aims to create an endowment for sustainable support.
  

Previous Episodes of Interest:

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• From Jockey to Media Star: Zoe Cadman’s Journey (EP. 52) 
  
• Cody Jensen’s Winning Formula n Horse Racing (Ep. 39)
  
• Chasing Glory: Inside the Gates of the Saudi Cup – Racing for $20 Million (Ep. 33)
  
• From Drywall to Derby: Pierre Amestoy’s Journey into Horse Racing (Ep. 17)
  

Connect with The Sam Thompson Memorial Foundation

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• https://samthompsonfoundation.org/
  
• Foundation Events
  
• Awards and Scholarships
  

Connect with Billy Peterson:

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• Peterson Wealth Services: Billy Peterson
  
• LinkedIn: Billy Peterson
  
• billy@petersonws.com
  
• 801-475-4002
  

Connect with Cade Peterson:

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• Peterson Wealth Services: Cade Peterson 
  
• LinkedIn: Cade Peterson
  
• cade@petersonws.com
  
• 801-475-4002
  

 About our Guest: 

Laura has been involved in the race horse industry since the day she was born. Previously, she and her husband (Cody Joiner) operated Circle CJ Racing, LLC. Today they are involved in breeding and racing not only quarter horses but also thoroughbreds.

Sam was not only a rider in their stable, but a close friend as well. Laura wants to put smiles on the faces of those who are in need in our industry, just as Sam did to everyone he touched. Laura has been with the foundation since the very beginning and plans to continue helping it grow larger than they ever dreamed.