NetJets said today that it will sponsor every jockey in the 134th Kentucky Derby, which will raise some much-needed money for the NTRA Charities - Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund.

With its sponsorship, NetJets will contribute $200,000 on behalf of the jockeys to the fund, which assists jockeys who have sustained disabilities during their riding careers. In addition, NetJets will contribute another $100,000 to the cause.

“NetJets is honored to join in this landmark sponsorship. We respect these immensely talented athletes and this very worthy cause,” said Richard T. Santulli, chairman and chief executive of NetJets, a Woodbridge, N.J., company that offers fractional ownership of corporate aircraft.

“We share the jockeys’ passion for the racetrack and the thrill of the finish line,” Santulli said in a press release. “Through this sponsorship, we recognize their achievements and the opportunity to support them in their lives outside the racetrack as they face new challenges. I personally will be contributing $100,000 because I believe in the nobleness of this fund and its significant impact to the lives of the jockeys and their families.”

Win-Star Farms, which has Colonel John in the race, is making a $100,000 contribution and an offer to match donations from other Derby owners, up to $100,000.

“We are pleased to join with NetJets in this wonderful endeavor to raise desperately needed funds to assist disabled jockeys in need,” said Bill Casner, owner of WinStar Farm, in the press release. “We are encouraged by the response from the jockeys, and would like to encourage the other owners with Kentucky Derby entrants to join in this worthy cause. To that end I will be donating $100,000 to the NTRA Charities Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund and will match any additional donations by owners up to $100,000. We wish every Kentucky Derby jockey the best of luck and a safe trip in Kentucky Derby 134.”

Currently there are 57 permanently disabled jockeys who depend on the fund for support.

“Through the generosity of NetJets, the Run for the Roses will not only be the greatest two minutes in sports, but a very special and public display of support for our disabled athletes,” said Peggy Hendershot, executive director of NTRA Charities, in a statement.