Grants for Equestrian Projects

Equestrian projects can range from going to riding competitions, to offering the disabled therapeutic riding classes, to even maintaining trails. Grants are usually given to horse groups to obtain start-up financing for new horse groups, to provide existing horse groups with additional capital, or to buy new equipment for trail maintenance or construction. These grants are generally given out by local and regional councils or horse groups.

  1. Para-Equestrian Canada

    • Para-Equestrian Canada, in conjunction with Sport Canada, provides grants to riders with disabilities so that they may participate in riding competitions. The group gives out a total of ten grants over the course of two grant periods; each grantee can receive up to $500. Therapeutic riding centers for the disabled can be given grant monies to add new competitions to their schedules or to expand pre-existing programs. Expansion can include adding classes and offering contests at the riding facility.

      Para-Equestrian Canada
      2685, Queensview Drive, Suite 100
      Ottawa, Ontario K2B 8K2
      613-248-3433
      www.equinecanada.ca

    Minnesota Horse Council

    • The Minnesota Horse Council provides start-up grant monies for horse groups looking to start new projects or institute new programs. The council also provides monies for capital improvement projects. These grants are given annually and only for specific projects that meet certain criteria. The board can take up to four months to approve grants after the deadline. Grants are paid out once the project begins, and the monies must be used during the granting year.

      Minnesota Horse Council
      P.O. Box 223
      Plato, MN 55370
      763-755-7729
      www.mnhorsecouncil.org

    North Carolina Horse Council

    • The North Carolina Horse Council gives out Health and Research Grants, Trails and Community Grants, and Educational Grants totalling $30,000 each year. The maximum that each applicant can receive depends upon the category. For example, the Health and Research Grants' maximum is $6,000, while the Trail and Community Grants' maximum is $1,500. Those eligible for grants include horse associations, educational institutions, horse clubs, and individuals who have an interest in horse health, education, or recreation. Eligible projects should have an impact on the larger community.

      North Carolina Horse Council
      4904 Waters Edge Drive, Suite 290
      Raleigh, NC 27606
      919-854-1990
      www.nchorsecouncil.com