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ASHA Youth Scholarships

Since 1991, the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association has awarded more than $400,000 in scholarships to youth involved with American Saddlebreds. Each year, ASHA recognizes its members in grade 11 or higher, age 21 and under, on the basis of academic success, financial need, extracurricular activities, including community service, involvement with American Saddlebred horses and personal references. An interview may be included in the selection process, and applicants are asked to write an essay, which includes information about school experiences, special interests, hobbies and ASHBA activities.

2019 Scholarship Recipients Kennedy Wilson, Haley Krupnick, Natasha Adams, Kaeli McCarty, and Cassidy Buchanan.

The purpose of the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association Scholarship program is to provide scholarships to members of the American Saddlebred Horse Association, 21 years of age and under, at grade 11 or higher. Scholarships will be awarded only to applicants on the basis of submitted evidence of academic success, financial need, extracurricular activities (including community service), involvement with American Saddlebred horses, and personal references. An interview may also be required.

Each year, the application period is open from April 15th to June 1. The completed application, attached transcripts and tax information are due in the ASHBA office no later than June 1 of the year you wish to receive the scholarship. Letters of reference are due June 15.

Completed scholarship applications may be emailed to j.warren@saddlebred.com or mailed to the ASHBA office.

Materials and Forms

- Download Packet Here

- Submit Online Letter of Reference Here

Melissa Moore Passion for the Breed Scholarships

The Melissa Moore Passion for the Breed Scholarship is used to provide financial assistance for ASHBA and KASPHA members, who are students seeking undergraduate or graduate level education, and have a sincere passion for all aspects of the American Saddlebred breed. The purpose behind this award is to encourage the youth of this industry to seek higher education or training in the hopes that they will use the skills and education achieved with the assistance of this award to benefit the future of the equine industry. Two scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis, one to an ASHBA member and one to a KASPHA member.

To be eligible, applicants must submit evidence of academic success, financial need, extracurricular activities (including community service), involvement with American Saddlebred horses, and personal references. An interview may also be required. Further requirements apply for KASPHA members.

Completed applications, attached transcripts and financial information are due in the ASHBA office no later than December 1st. Letters of reference are due by December 15th.

Any inquiries or questions should be directed to Jean Warren at 859-259-2742 or j.warren@saddlebred.com.

Materials and Forms

- Download Informational Packet Here

- Download the Application Here