Equine Advocates to honor Richard L. Duchossois at Saratoga
By Graham Ross, Arlington Park
Arlington Park chairman Richard L. Duchossois will receive the Ellen and Herbert Moelis Equine Savior Award for Philanthropy at the Equine Advocates Tenth Annual Awards Dinner and Charity Auction on Aug. 4 in Sarataga Springs, N.Y.
Two-time Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Bebe Neuwirth will present the award to the Arlington chairman, known for his outstanding achievements in business as well as his support of a wide range of worthy causes.
Also, actress and horsewoman Bo Derek will present the Bo Derek Award of Merit to jockey Kent Desormeaux at the dinner co-chaired by Saratoga’s Julie Bonacio.
All proceeds raised at the gala will directly benefit Equine Advocates Horse Rescue, Sanctuary and Humane Education Programs.
The event will take place in the new wing of the Saratoga City Center on Broadway. Tickets are $250 per person; front tier tickets: $500. For more information call (518) 245-1599.