USAWE Youth
USAWE Youth
USAWE has an amazing support network and programs for youth interested in Working Equitation.
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- Enjoy the benefits of Youth Membership in USAWE.
- Stay connected with the Youth Community via FaceBook.
- Take a look through the USAWE Youth Photo Gallery.
- See the USAWE Youth Commemorative Design.
- Earn Youth Awards.
- Learn about the USAWE Youth Education Grant.
- Apply for a Youth Championship Scholarship.
- Get answers to youth scholarship Frequently Asked Questions.
Youth Membership
USAWE has a specific membership for Youth (7-17 years old).
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- Membership fees are $41. The entire fee goes back to youth funding and programs.
- Youth members are often given discounts at most clinics and shows.
- Youth can compete in either the youth division OR the open division at a specified level for the year.
- Youth members receive fun incentive items each year.
Youth Community
Please join our private FaceBook group to stay up to date on the progress with Youth in USAWE, events, and important announcements.
Questions? Email: youth@usawe.org
USAWE Youth Photo Gallery
Thank you, to Adrienne Dymesich of The Sunrise Ranch, and to Madison Morgan Photography for sharing these fantastic pictures highlighting USAWE Youth!
Do you have some great USAWE Youth photos? Please share them with us!
Youth Commemorative Design
Youth Awards
USAWE has a specific awards for Youth (7-17 years old).
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- Regional High Point Awards
- National High Point Awards
- National High Score Awards
An exciting new addition to add for the youth in 2024 – a HIGH SCORE belt buckle! This belt buckle will be awarded to the highest average combination of Dressage and Ease of Handling Score across the Nation. The average score will come from a rated USAWE Working Equitation Show in 2024, any level. Best of luck Youth Riders!
Youth Education Grant
WHO: USAWE Youth members
WHAT: $125 grant to help defray the costs of attending an educational event.
WHEN: Apply at least 3 weeks before the event.
WHY: To provide youth the opportunity to enhance and learn skills to help them become more successful riders within USAWE. This grant is intended to invest in the youth and have the youth give back to USAWE. The grant program’s goal is to allow youth to attend seminars, clinics, and shows related to Working Equitation that are approved by the Youth Development Committee (YDC); whether mounted or unmounted.
HOW: Fill out the USAWE Youth Education Grant Application Form.
Youth Education Grant FAQ
What is the Youth Educational Grant?
This grant is to provide youth some financial opportunity to enhance and learn skills to help them become more successful riders within USAWE.
What events can this grant be used for?
This grant covers seminars, clinics, and shows related to Working Equitation that are approved by the Youth Development Committee (YDC); whether mounted or unmounted.
Who can apply for this grant?
Applicants must be current USAWE YOUTH members in good standing. They must have shown in a Working Equitation schooling show or USAWE licensed show within the last 12 months.
How much is the grant and how many youth can apply?
There are 40 grants available at $125 each. Youth are eligible for one grant a year.
What documentation is needed when I apply?
Applicants must provide verification of the intended event. They also must provide evidence of participation in a Working Equitation schooling show or USAWE licensed show within the last 12 months. Upon application, Youth must provide a letter of recommendation from someone associated within USAWE that is not a relative of the applicant.
When can I apply?
Apply as early as you can, but at least 3 weeks before the event starts. We need 3 weeks to process your application. Applications that are received less than 3 weeks before the start of the event will not be approved.
Where do I apply?
You can apply using the Youth Educational Grant Application Form located just above this section.
What is required of me if I am selected?
Recipients must demonstrate exceptional behavior at the event with proper horse and rider turnout and appropriate attire for the event. Recipients are required to make prior arrangements with the event manager/host and volunteer for 1 hour at the event. Each grant recipient is encouraged, not required, to submit a photo and short write up about their experience of the event and submit to the Youth Development Committee Chair.
How do I receive the grant money?
After an application is approved by the Youth Development Committee, the applicant will attend the grant approved event, meet all grant recipient criteria, submit required post event documentation, then will be awarded the $125 through the processing of an authorized Expenditure Reimbursement Request form. The reimbursement request form will be provided by the Youth Development Committee, and the requestor will email the completed Request form back to the YDC for processing. A check for $125 will be mailed. Allow 30 days for processing after all documentation has been received by the YDC.
Youth Championship Scholarship
WHO: Youth Competitors planning to attend Championships
WHAT: Scholarship is $250 towards the cost of entry fees
WHEN: Submit application by September 1st
WHY: USAWE Youth Committee supported by anonymous donations want to encourage and support youth at championship events. It is the intention of the scholarship to provide financial support to those youth who might not otherwise be able to afford to participate
HOW: Fill out the USAWE Youth Championship Scholarship Form
Youth Championship Scholarship FAQ
What is the scholarship?
This scholarship is a Youth entry fee assistance program. Accepted youth will have their entry fees to their Zone Championship show paid to the show producer. Stalls, transportation, and other expenditures will still be the responsibility of the competitor.
Who can apply for the scholarship?
- Members who are designated and verified as “Youth” competitors 17 and under.
- Youth members who need entry fee assistance who would otherwise not be able to compete in the championship show.
- Youth members who wish to compete at a Zone Championship in that competition year.
Who determines who gets the scholarships?
The Youth Development Committee will make the decisions pertaining to the youth scholarship.
Youth entries to championship shows are not automatically given the scholarship. An application is required.
Scholarship monies will only be issued to one championship show, per applicant, per competition year.
USAWE is thankful for this scholarship fund made possible by an anonymous donor.
Future donations will support our entire youth development program.