Derby Day Raises More Than $175,000

From left, Laura Hill, Lindsay Wilson, Kristen Brown and Kate Byrd, all members of the Smithfield Junior Women’s League, were among the attendees at the Derby.

CLAYTON – Johnston Health Foundation raised more than $175,500 during its UNC Health Johnston Derby Day on May 6 at Portofino Equestrian Center in Clayton.

Kiwi was one of three miniatures horses (for petting) from the Stampede of Love

More than 800 people attended the event, which included live horse races and a Derby fashion contest.

The horses and riders were from Red Mountain Hounds

All proceeds will go toward areas of greatest patient need.

Neal Holloman won first place in the Derby Dapper Fashion Contest for best dressed man.