Verne Batchelder Instructor Fund Application : Dressage Instructors : Apply For A Grant : Grants and Programs : The Dressage Foundation

Important Notes - Verne Batchelder Instructor Fund

Please read the Grant information and requirements before proceeding.

The following application form and all required documentation must be received by TDF's office on or before September 10th to be considered.

We encourage you to review this application and gather all materials prior to starting the online application process. Once you start, your work cannot be saved. Helpful tip- type your answers into a word document, save, and then copy and paste your answers into this form. The link to download the Word file is available in the right-hand sidebar of this page.

Applications will only be accepted through this online form. Please contact us at (402) 434-8585 or info@dressagefoundation.org if you have questions or need assistance.

Signature Page

Please download and sign this Signature Page. Attach it to this application at the bottom of this page.

Please check that all required fields are complete before submitting.

Contact Information

Name

First Name *

Last Name *

Address

Mailing Address

Phone

Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident?

USDF Region of residence

(must currently reside in Region 1, 3, or 8)

Professional Information

How long have you been a professional instructor/trainer?

How many students do you have and how much time do you devote to teaching?

Tell us about your students--their range of ages and skill levels. What breeds of horses do they ride? What are their goals in working with you?

How many horses do you currently have in training and how much time do you devote to their training?

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Do you work with a trainer on a regular basis? If so, what is their name?

List other trainers you have ridden with in the past few years and how often, including lessons, clinics, symposia, etc.

In one paragraph, tell us why you became a dressage professional.

Your Training Plan

What are your anticipated training dates?

Tell us about the instructor you'd like to work with. Have you worked with them before?

What are your expectations for working with your trainer? What are some definite areas of accomplishment that you wish to achieve? Please present a clear training plan and goals.

Tell us why you would like to be selected for the Verne Batchelder Instructor Fund Grant (in 500 words or less)

Financial Information

Provide a detailed budget for your training plan.   

Please upload your detailed budget in PDF, Excel or Word format.

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If the grant will not cover all costs for the training, please indicate to the Committee how you will handle the balance of these expenses.

Recommendation Letters

Provide two (2) recommendation letters from individuals who can speak about you as a dressage professional.

Letter #1

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Letter #2

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Signature Page

Sign and date the signature page, found at the top of the application.

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After you click submit, a notification page will show confirming your application has been received. You will be notified via email that the application has been received within 2 business days. If you do not receive confirmation that your application has been received, please call our office at (402) 434-8585.

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Application in Word Format

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