The Dressage Foundation

06/05/2026

Meet Jewel👑

Honored by Angela Keller as a “Founding Donor” for TDF’s Riding School Fund through the Treasured Horses, Treasured Teachers fundraiser, Angela said, “Jewel was everything a great lesson horse should be…kind, patient, willing, and tolerant. She gave so much to so many.”

We are grateful to Angela for honoring Jewel as a Founding Donor to The Dressage Foundation’s Riding School Fund through the Treasured Horses, Treasured Teachers fundraiser.

When you honor your favorite lesson horse or your own heart horse, it helps TDF provide much-needed grants to riding schools and lesson programs, helping them stay open, care for their horses, and welcome the next generation of dressage riders.

➡️Honor your treasured horse and be part of their legacy: https://bit.ly/4sG4RYh

06/05/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Meagan Davis, The Dressage Foundation’s Patsy Albers Award Recipient at the USEF Grand Prix Dressage National Championship🎉

TDF is pleased to announce that Meagan Davis (FL) is the most recent recipient of the $2,500 Patsy Albers Award. Meagan earned the award while riding Toronto Lightfoot, owned by Scott Durkin, at the recent USEF Grand Prix Dressage National Championship in Ocala, Florida.

The Patsy Albers Award is presented to the highest placing rider (preference to Grand Prix) who previously competed for the U.S. at the FEI North American Youth Championship (NAYC). The Award is also presented at the HIT Del Mar National Horse Show and Dressage at Devon.

Meagan said, "I am thrilled to be the recipient of TDF's Patsy Albers Award! I have fond memories of Patsy at NAYC. What she lacked in height, she certainly made up for with her love of the sport and her support for Juniors and Young Riders."

This award honors Patsy Albers, one of the nation's best-known figures at dressage shows across the country. Her dedication to developing young dressage riders continues to inspire future generations. 💛🖤

Please join us in congratulating Meagan on this outstanding achievement! 🎉

Read more about Meagan and the Patsy Albers Award at https://bit.ly/43gHx8E

06/03/2026

Because of the generosity of many supporters, 2025 was a year of remarkable growth and momentum for The Dressage Foundation. 📈

Donor support strengthened our ability to serve the dressage community at every level, allowing TDF to award more grants, expand programs, deepen impact, and invest in a stronger future. Together, we are helping more people in our sport reach their goals and realize their dreams. 🌟

Read the 2025 Annual Report here >> https://bit.ly/4kxyDub

Thank you for being an important part of the TDF family! We are grateful! 🥰

📷 Grant Recipient Brittany Stanley by Bethany P Photography

06/02/2026

⏰Grant Deadline Reminder: $25,000 Debbie McDonald Fund for FEI Level Riders

Application Deadline: June 15

Are you an FEI rider with big goals?

TDF’s Debbie McDonald Fund for FEI Riders awards a $25,000 grant to support high-level training opportunities for talented horse-and-rider pairs competing at Prix St. Georges and above.

Created to celebrate Debbie McDonald's impact on dressage in the United States, this Fund supports a dedicated rider to access training that may otherwise be out of reach while encouraging them to share their knowledge and strengthen their local dressage communities.

To be eligible, applicants must:
✔ Be competing and/or training at Prix St. Georges or higher
✔ Have earned at least three scores of 65% or higher at PSG or above
✔ Submit a detailed training plan
✔ Demonstrate a commitment to giving back through volunteerism, education, and community involvement

If you've been dreaming about the training opportunity that could elevate your partnership and your future in the sport, now is the time to apply.

📅 Application Deadline: June 15
Link to apply: https://bit.ly/4ekW3Cg

Photo of 2025 Debbie McDonald Fund grant recipient, Syndi Cook (UT).

06/01/2026

🎙️ Have you listened yet?

The Dressage Foundation’s Jenny and Sara recently joined Reese and Megan on the Dressage Radio Show to talk about TDF’s Riding School Fund and the Treasured Horses, Treasured Teachers fundraiser.

We shared why riding schools and lesson programs matter, how these grants can help lesson programs continue, and how honoring a treasured horse can create opportunities for the next generation of riders.

Listen to learn more about the impact we're creating together and how you can be part of it: https://bit.ly/4dKiL6I

Make sure to share with someone who cares about growing our sport! 🎙️

🐴Riding School Fund: https://bit.ly/4o1F4YU
👑Treasured Horses, Treasured Teachers Fundraiser: https://bit.ly/4sG4RYh

First, we chat with Kendall Cox, assistant to Olympian Robert Dover, and learn all about the American Dressage Mentoring Program! This incredible program supports youth dressage development and focuses on nurturing young riders as they work toward achieving their goals in the sport. Next, we sit dow...

06/01/2026

Congratulations to the participants at the Grand Valley Dressage Society's Summertime Show that took part in The Dressage Foundation's Benefit Class!

The winner was Carrie Washburn on Caprio, second place to Diane Schwab on Starstruck Sally, and third place to Jill Billings on Luminosa.

Congrats everyone and a big thanks to Grand Valley Dressage Society for their support of TDF through our Benefit Class!

Learn more about TDF's Benefit Class at https://www.dressagefoundation.org/ways-to-give/classes.html

05/30/2026

Are you a young dressage professional ready to invest in your future?

The Dressage Foundation’s George Williams Young Professional Fund was created to support young instructors and trainers who are committed to growing their businesses, expanding their education, and strengthening the future of dressage in the United States.

This $5,000 grant helps dressage professionals ages 25–35 pursue continuing education that will elevate both their teaching and training. Whether you dream of attending the USDF Instructor/Trainer Development Program, the L Education Program, or another high-level educational experience, this fund was designed to help you take the next step.

Established in 2018 in honor of George Williams and his lifelong commitment to dressage, this grant recognizes professionals who are dedicated to their students, their businesses, and their own growth in the sport.

Applicants should have:
✨ An established business as an instructor/trainer
✨ Riding experience at Third Level or above
✨ A clear and attainable training plan which includes a formal instructor/trainer education program

🗓 Application Deadline: June 1

Apply at https://bit.ly/4v2PNov

Photo of 2025 George Williams Fund recipient, Brittany Stanley. Photo by Bethany P Photography.

05/29/2026

What an incredible Give to Lincoln Day! 💛
Thanks to the generosity of our amazing community, $20,563 was raised to support TDF and the future of our sport.

Every donation helps create opportunities for youth, adult amateurs, instructors, judges, and many others who make up the dressage community we love.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated, shared our posts, encouraged others to give, and helped make this day such a success. Your support truly helps bring dressage dreams to life. THANK YOU!

05/28/2026

Wow, thank you! Our $20,000 Give to Lincoln Day goal has been surpassed! 🎉

There's still time to give and have your donation partially matched! Gifts can be made through 11:59 p.m. Central Time >> givetolincoln.com/nonprofits/dressage-foundation

(Unfortunately, we have heard that some donors aren't able to donate through the Give to Lincoln Day site, and while the Give to Lincoln Day computer experts are working on the issue, they may not have it figured out by the end of the day. If you have tried and weren't able to give, THANK YOU! We hope to hear from you another time.) 🥰