You have probably heard of the concept of paying it forward, made famous by the 2000 film with Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt about a boy who takes a school project and turns it into an opportunity to make the world a better place, paying every good deed forward to three other people and encouraging each of them to do the same

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Here is your chance to PAY IT FORWARD! Who do you know that’s involved in Canadian Harness Racing that has made an impact on your involvement in the sport or as has acted as an ambassador to harness racing in the community?

In 300 words or less, describe who you think is a true Harness Racing hero. What is it about them that makes them a hero in your eyes? Why do they represent the heart of harness racing? Why do they deserve to win the Fan Club’s Pay It Forward contest?

The winning entry will receive this fabulous prize for their harness racing hero:

• $100 gift card to the racetrack of their choice
• Special winner’s circle presentation
• Fan Club swag bag worth over $50

You could also receive a great Fan club swag bag if your entry wins!

Please submit all entries to [email protected] before March 30, 2012. The winning entry will be featured on the Standardbred Canada website as well as on Fan Club Social Media outlets.

Good luck and thanks for paying it forward!