USAWE Youth

USAWE Youth

USAWE has an amazing support network and programs for youth interested in Working Equitation.

• • 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).

• • 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).

• • Regional High Point Awards
  • National High Point Awards
  • National High Score Awards

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 Championship Scholarship

WHO: Youth Competitors planning to attend Championships

WHAT: Scholarship to cover 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.