If you would like to make a donation to Mike's family, Turfway Park has established the Michael F. Rowland Fund at Fifth/Third Bank. Donations to the fund can be made at any Fifth/Third Bank location. Those not living near a bank branch may send donations to the Michael F. Rowland Fund, c/o Turfway Park, P.O. Box 8, Florence, Ky. 41022. 

Another fund to donate to is one established by The Kentucky Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association, which will offer financial assistance to his family. Contributions can be mailed to the Michael F. Rowland Fund, c/o the Kentucky HBPA at 422 Heywood Ave., Louisville, Ky. 40208.

Here is one more, hope this is not overwhelming. Thistledown Racecourse has established the Michael Rowland Fund at National City Bank to provide financial assistance to his family. Thistledown has donated $10,000 to the fund. Contributions will be accepted at any National City branch in the state of Ohio. Donations can also be sent to The Michael Rowland Fund, c/o Thistledown Racecourse, 21501 Emery Rd, North Randall, OH 44128. For more information, contact Heather McColloch at 216-662-8600.

From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your contribution. --Lyn