Major Lindgren Instructor Application : Dressage Instructors : Apply For A Grant : Grants and Programs : The Dressage Foundation

The following application form and all required documentation must be received by TDF's office on or before September 30th 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.

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 and attach to this application.

Application in Word Format

Helpful tip - type your answers into this word document, save, and then copy and paste your answers into this form.

All fields are required, please check before submitting.

Contact Information

Name

First Name *

Last Name *

Address

Country

Address Line 1 *

City *

State/Province *

Postal Code *

Phone

Website

Professional Information

Are you a USDF Certified Instructor? If yes, at which levels?

Provide a brief summary of your education and training experiences.

Are you a professional instructor? If yes, is this at your own barn? If no, are you employed by an equestrian center? Name the equestrian center if employed by them.

Years you have been instructing, and levels of instruction?

Years you have been Training, and levels of training?

Are you presently competing? If so, at what level/s? List names of horse(s) competed, level(s) ridden, and awards received.

List the most current instructors with whom you have studied.

Tell us why you should be selected for the Lindgren Grant.

Your Training Plan

Do you plan to take your own horse/s?

When is your anticipated date of training?

Provide contact information for anticipated trainer(s) - Address, phone number, email address, website and a short biography.

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

Include a letter from your trainer to verify you are accepted to work with them.

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Financial Planning Information

Provide a line item budget of the estimated costs to fulfill your training plan.

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

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We do not anticipate that the grant will cover all expenses incurred. Please indicate to the Committee how you will handle the balance of these expenses.

Video

Please submit a YouTube link of a recent riding video. The video can be schooling or at a show, but must be at least First Level.

Reference Letters and Signature Page

We ask for two reference letters from equestrian professionals who will vouch for your skills, and your desire to improve your instructor techniques. Include the letters in your application packet; do NOT have recommendations sent directly to the Foundation.

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Reference Letter #1

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Reference 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 send, 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.

Major Lindgren Grants for Instructors Application

Major Lindgren Instructor Application

Contact Information

Professional Information

Your Training Plan

Financial Planning Information

Video

Reference Letters and Signature Page

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