Help With Educational Clinics/ Seminars/ Symposia

Violet M. Hopkins Fund

Provides financial assistance to USDF GMOs, to conduct educational clinics and seminars for Dressage Riders at all levels. The Dressage Foundation administers and funds this program, making it possible for twenty to thirty GMO clinics each year, at an approximate total cost of $35,000 annually.

The Dancing Horse Fund

Administered and funded by The Dressage Foundation. Grants are awarded to “promote participation in, and improve the quality of Musical Freestyle at all levels of Dressage.” Any Equestrian group may apply for a grant from this Fund.

The Sally Swift Memorial Fund

Provides grants up to $1,000 to USDF GMOs hosting a Centered Riding® Clinic.  This Fund was created with donations to The Dressage Foundation from Sally's friends and supporters.