Injured Jockeys Fund is for those who suffer severe injury in the British racing industry . Founded in 1964 , the fund has eased the lives of over 1,000 horses . Thankfully , after years of hard work , which involved being taught to talk again during 18 months in rehab , the Irishman 's prognosis is overwhelmingly good . Generous donations and charitable sales bring in the $ 4 million needed to run the fund .
Injured Jockeys Fund is for those who suffer severe injury in the British racing industry . Founded in 1964 , the fund has eased the lives of over 1,000 horses . Generous donations and charitable sales bring in the $ 4 million needed to run the fund .