EQUUS Foundation

EQUUS Foundation and USEF Establish $1,500 Champion of Equine Service Scholarship

WESTPORT, CT - April 9, 2013 - The EQUUS Foundation and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) have established a new volunteer recognition scholarship program specifically for USEF members aged 21 and under who hold a current USEF Competing Equestrian membership.

The $1,500 USEF Champion of Equine Service Scholarship for undergraduate and graduate studies is part of the EQUUS Foundation's Champions program sponsored by Ariat International, an incentive-based equine service program aimed at improving the welfare of horses and fostering the horse-human bond.

This new scholarship, replacing the original USEF Equestrians in Action sponsored by the EQUUS Foundation, expands the rewards involved with participation. All eligible applicants for the USEF scholarship are also automatically eligible for the other Champion benefits, including the EQUUS Foundation Champion of Equine Service Scholarships, the Win A Grant program, and drawings to win Ariat Gift Certificates. Additional benefits are under development.

A committee consisting of USEF and EQUUS Foundation representatives will be responsible for the evaluation of the applications. The selection of the recipient will be based on an assessment of the impact and extent of the individual's volunteer service.

To learn more about the USEF Champion of Equine Service Scholarship, Click Here.


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CHAMPIONS is the EQUUS Foundation's incentive-based equine service volunteer program sponsored by Ariat International to recognize and reward individuals and organizations on the carrots4acause network.

To become a CHAMPION, an individual must log a minimum of 24 volunteer hours from January 1st to December 31st. The volunteer hours will be verified by the organization and The EQUUS Foundation.

Once you achieve CHAMPION status, continue to log in your volunteer hours throughout the year as there are benefits still under development that involve rewards for the quantity of service.

To learn more about the Champions program, visit https://equusfoundation.org/champions.php.

   

About The EQUUS Foundation

The EQUUS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 2002, also known as Horse Charities of America, is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of horses, fostering the horse-human bond, advancing the therapeutic use of horses for those in need, and educating the public about the horse's unique ability to power, teach and heal. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Contact the EQUUS Foundation, Inc., at 168 Long Lots Road, Westport, CT 06880, Tele: (203) 259-1550, E-Mail: mail@equusfoundation.org, Website: equusfoundation.org.

About The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)

Established in 1917, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), www.usef.org, is dedicated to uniting the equestrian community, honoring achievement, and serving as guardians of equestrian sport. The USEF promotes the safety and welfare of horses and riders while encouraging interest, participation and excellence at every competitive level and for all breed and discipline affiliates within the Federation family equally. The USEF is the only national organization dedicated to the promotion of the equestrian sport, fair competition and equine welfare regardless of breed or discipline.

About Ariat International

Ariat International, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of innovative performance equestrian footwear, apparel and belts. Featuring a patented technology designed to deliver stability, durability and comfort, Ariat pioneered the application of advanced athletic shoe technology into English riding boots and authentic Western boots. Ariat products are sold in a network of retail outlets throughout the world. For more information about Ariat products or for the Ariat retailer nearest you, contact Ariat at 800.899.8141 or visit www.ariat.com.