Beverly R. Steinman has spent decades committed to philanthropy and supporting local media. At the age of 90, Steinman has been recognized for her dedication with a steeplechase race named in her honor. The Grade 1, $150,000 Beverly R. Steinman steeplechase event for older horses will take place at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Steinman has expressed her gratitude for the recognition, calling it “unbelievable” and “very special”. The National Steeplechase Association’s director of racing, “Bill Gallo,” has praised Steinman’s commitment and played a key role in ensuring the steeplechase event in her honor. Steinman’s contributions have been acknowledged by NYRA… with Gallo stating that they have been “doing it for her” out of respect for her dedication.
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Now, the 90-year-old philanthropist and local media mainstay is being recognized for that commitment with a steeplechase race named in her honor.
The Grade 1, $150,000 Beverly R. Steinman steeplechase event for older horses will be run Sunday at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York, as part of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.