DRIVING SPIRIT Attention AHHS Members aged 21-30!
             Monday, May 5, 2025
             
            
             
            
            Applications for the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant are now being accepted! Forward application to [email protected] before the July 15, 2025 deadline. 
  
This Grant is open to Hackney, Saddlebred, Morgan, and Road Horse enthusiasts (limit of 2-lifetime awards). 
  
Driving Spirit, the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant has been established to support active members of the American Hackney Horse Society, aged 21-30, with a desire to develop their career or personal interest in Horsemanship and Showmanship. Funds may be used for equine industry educational programs, internships, or any Show Horse Industry program/career endeavor.  
  
*Potential use, within the spirit of the Grant, is unlimited and may include: 
 
Instructor: riding or driving 
Farrier 
Harness / Saddlery Maker 
Internships: industry related 
Judge: learner or on-going education 
Photographer / Videographer 
Reporter Writer: industry media 
Ringmaster 
Show Announcer 
Show Steward 
Show Manager 
Show Secretary 
Horse Transportation 
Horse Trainer / Assistant Trainer 
Veterinary / Equine Therapy 
Equine Dentistry 
Intention:  
Recognize and support an individual who portrays the characteristics and traits that Joe Crawford Harrod strived for and pursued. 
 
Applicant must demonstrate: 
Excellent Sportsmanship 
Value of Camaraderie & Friendship 
Value of Teamwork & Confidence Building 
Care and Compassion for Ponies/Horses 
Requirements: 
Must be an active member of the American Hackney Horse Society. 
May be an amateur or a professional. 
Must participate in or contribute to the Show Horse Industry. 
Limited to 2-lifetime grant awards. 
 
 
To apply for the 2025 Grant: 
Along with at least 2 recommendations from active participants in the Show Horse industry, the applicant must submit a written essay and/or a short video outlining: 
Purpose of application, including program, school, internship, work-study, or other endeavor for which the applicant will use the Grant Funds 
Goals the applicant will achieve by use of the Grant Funds 
Amount the applicant is requesting (up to $5,000*)  
Contact Information (address, telephone, e-mail) 
Submit to [email protected] 
 * May vary based on applications 
 
 
Contributions: If you would like to contribute to the Joe Crawford Harrod Memorial Grant Fund with a gift of any size you may donate online or via check to American Hackney Horse Society Foundation / Harrod Grant. Your contribution is fully tax-deductible. 
            
            
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