USA Equestrian Trust ® is a private foundation that aims to advance the rich legacy of horses and equestrian sport. Its mission is charitable and educational, dedicated to fostering national and international equestrian sports competition. Organized under Section 501(c)(3), it was founded in 1917 in New York and has evolved alongside equestrian sport in the U.S., playing a key role in the development of the United States Equestrian Federation’s national headquarters.
USA Equestrian Trust’s grant program primarily supports projects beneficial across several national-level discipline and/or breed boundaries, including equine health research and initiatives that promote national equestrian interest and competition. The grants focus on education, scholarships, and broad-based needs at the national level, excluding equine rescue and therapy programs. Suitable applicants demonstrate a genuine need and insufficient resources for their project. The Trust seeks applications that align with these criteria and offers support to organizations or individuals meeting these standards.