The Mounted Patrol Foundation (MPF) and the Woodside-area Horse Owners Association (WHOA!) are accepting applications for the $10,000 Woodside-area Equestrian Merit Scholarship Award. For the sixth year, this scholarship is jointly sponsored by the two organizations to support the continuing education of a high school senior who has demonstrated involvement in and a future dedication to equine-related activities. Community involvement and academic achievement will be considered, with a strong emphasis on financial need.
Application deadline is May 9, 2025, at 3:00 pm.
Eligible applicants are high school seniors involved in equine-related activities and residing in Bay Area Counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, and Sonoma) who have been accepted to a continuing education program this fall. Such programs may include: college, university, trade school, or other educational programs.
Applicants will need to provide at least one reference letter from their teacher, instructor, counselor, or individual who can attest to their equine involvement. Up to three reference letters will be accepted.
Applicants will be required to show financial need by submitting a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or equivalent documentation.
Applicants will provide transcripts showing their GPA.
The $10,000 Woodside-area Equestrian Merit Scholarship Award will be paid directly to the recipient’s continuing education program in support of the recipient’s tuition, fees, expenses, room, and/or board.
The scholarship will be awarded June 6, 2025.
Applications are available March 1, 2025 online at the Woodside-area Horse Owners Association. To learn more about the Mounted Patrol Foundation, please visit their website Mounted Patrol Foundation.
Both MPF and WHOA! share a deep interest in the next generation of equine-motivated individuals. The two organizations are committed to helping people further the interests of the equine community in their career, avocation or equine-related goals.
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