
09/08/2025
Upcoming Grant Application Deadline
September 15: Gifted Memorial Fund for Adult Amateurs
The Gifted Memorial Fund for Adult Amateurs provides grants to adult amateur dressage riders for the opportunity to be in an extended training situation (five to seven days of concentrated training) that is different from their normal training plan.
These grants are meant to “give permission” to adult amateur riders to set aside quality time, away from the daily pressures of job and family. The recipients will be able to spend time bonding with their horses; grooming them, giving them a spa bath, grazing them, as well as receiving lessons that they normally wouldn’t be able to have. Applicants should have a strong history of volunteerism within their GMO.
In 2025, TDF is pleased to offer one Gifted Fund grant in each USDF Region and an additional FOUR wildcards (which can be awarded in any Region). Applications are due September 15.
For more info and apply, visit https://bit.ly/3H44RyV
Photo of 2024 Gifted Memorial Fund grant recipient Prin Furst. Photo by Susan J. Stickle.