News + Education
On this page, you’ll find updates from SEE as well as Educational Resources for promoting inclusivity and allyship within the equestrian community.
Ever So Sweet Scholarship
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2022. The Ever So Sweet Scholarship provides a fully-funded internship opportunity for riders from diverse backgrounds to train with an upper-level professional rider. Qualified recipients will train with Sara Kozumplik Murphy at her farm in Virginia. Special thanks to Edy Rameika for funding the scholarship. Learn more about this opportunity and apply today!
Leg Up Scholarship: Maryland International Equestrian Foundation Awards 4 Scholarships
Strides for Equality Equestrians is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Maryland Grass Roots Leg Up Scholarships: eventers Hannah Jaeger, Josephine Long, Gabrielle McDaniel, and Raegan Nalls. Each awardee has received a $500 scholarship to compete this season in Maryland Horse Trials events at Loch Moy Farm in Adamstown, Maryland.
Leg Up Scholarship: Maryland International Equestrian Foundation
Grassroots young riders, we are currently accepting applications for Leg Up Scholarships offered by the Maryland International Equestrian Foundation! Scholarship recipients will have a credit of $500 towards event entries at Loch Moy over the next year. Applications are due April 24, 2023.
Key Moore Awarded Leg Up Scholarship to Train with Darrin Mollett
Strides for Equality Equestrians is excited to announce that Key Moore has been awarded a Leg Up Scholarship to train with Darrin Mollett of Beverly Equestrian. This is SEE’s first scholarship opportunity geared toward Hunter/ Jumper riders.
Leg Up Scholarship: Long Weekend with Darrin Mollett
SEE isn’t just for eventers anymore! Announcing our first Leg Up Scholarship geared toward Hunter/ Jumper riders! Now accepting applications for 3-4 days of training with Darrin Mollett and Beverly Equestrian in March of 2023. The deadline for applications is February 12, 2023.
Micah Green Awarded Winter 2023 Ever So Sweet Scholarship
SEE’s Winter 2023 Ever So Sweet Scholarship has been awarded to Micah Green, 23, of Jacksonville, FL. As the fourth recipient of the Ever So Sweet scholarship, Micah will receive fully-paid training and mentorship from Sara Kozumplik at her winter base in Ocala, FL.
Leg Up Scholarship: Accepting Applications for 3-Day Camp with Ashley Johnson
Strides for Equality Equestrians is currently accepting applications for a special three day training camp with top level eventer Ashley Johnson this December. One applicant will be selected to join Ashley at her own Totem Hill Farm in Ocala, FL. The deadline for applications is October 15, 2022.
Professional Pathways: Girl Scouts Equine Experience Specialist
Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont delivers the Girl Scout experience in central and western North Carolina and is seeking an Equine Experience Specialist to create and lead engaging and inclusive mounted and un-mounted equestrian programs for their diverse constituency of Girl Scouts and community riders.
Ever So Sweet Scholarship
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2022. The Ever So Sweet Scholarship provides a fully-funded internship opportunity for riders from diverse backgrounds to train with an upper-level professional rider. Qualified recipients will train with Sara Kozumplik Murphy at her farm in Virginia. Special thanks to Edy Rameika for funding the scholarship. Learn more about this opportunity and apply today!
Emerging Equestrian Professional Course (EEPC) Scholarship
Applications are due by March 18, 2022, for the EEPC Scholarship, covering full tuition to attend the Emerging Equestrian Professional Course (March 28- May 6, 2022; virtual) offered by The Rising Equestrian Pro.
Professional Pathways: Falynne Karlowsky Scholarship
This Scholarship will cover the cost for the online/ distance portion of the Certified Practitioner in Equine Bodywork and Massage and the six day live intensive.
Ever so Sweet Scholarship Awarded to Sierra Lesny
The winter 2022 round of the Ever So Sweet Scholarship has been awarded to Sierra Lesny.
Jockey Club Scholarships Open for 2022-23 School Year
The Jockey Club is accepting applications for 2022-23 scholarships targeted to horse farm and backstretch employees and family members, low-income students, students studying for a career in the Thoroughbred industry, and more.
Detroit Horse Power is Hiring
Our friends at Detroit Horse Power are looking for an experienced development professional to bring their skills to an emerging organization to help it grow and maximize its potential for Detroit’s future. Please help spread the word! The deadline to apply is October 29, 2021.
Centered Riding® Inc. accepting applications for Instructor Diversity Scholarship
Centered Riding® Inc. is now accepting applications for their 2022 Instructor Diversity Scholarship to cover clinic or instructor certification fees. Applications are due by December 1, 2021.
Ever So Sweet Scholarship Accepting Applications for Winter 2022
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR WINTER 2021-2022. The Ever So Sweet Scholarship provides a fully-funded internship opportunity for riders from diverse backgrounds to train with upper-level professionals. Qualified recipients will train with Sara Kozumplik Murphy and Brian Murphy at their farms in Virginia and Florida. Special thanks to Edy Rameika for funding the scholarship. Learn more about this opportunity and apply today!
Professional Pathways: Marketing Manager for Equestrian Events
Reed Exhibitions is seeking a Marketing Manager for Equestrian Events who will play a key role in the development and execution of EQUITANA USA. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!
Professional Pathways: Catching Up with ESS Recipient Helen Casteel
As Strides for Equality Equestrians prepares to award its second round of the Ever So Sweet scholarship, generously supported by Edy Rameika and the USEA Foundation, we sat down and caught up with our first scholarship winner, Helen Casteel of Silver Spring, Maryland.
Maryland Jockey Club Celebrates ESS Scholarship Recipient
The Maryland Jockey Club joined in celebrating the summer 2021 recipient of SEE’s Ever So Sweet Scholarship, Helen Casteel and her partner Unapproachable (stable name Abel).
Ever So Sweet Scholarship Awarded to Helen Casteel
Strides for Equality Equestrians and the United States Eventing Association Foundation are proud to announce the first recipient of the Ever So Sweet Scholarship. The scholarship, which is the first of its kind, provides a fully-funded opportunity for riders from diverse backgrounds to train with upper-level professionals. Helen Casteel of Maryland is the first recipient of the bi-annual scholarship.