New for 2024 – NHS is thrilled to announce that the Leo Conroy Equitation Grant has been expanded to the NEW NHS Leo Conroy Grant Program. This Program includes the pre-existing Equitation Grants for THIS, Hamel, & Maclay riders, in addition to the NEW Junior & Children’s Rider Grants and NEW Amateur & Adult Rider Grants.
Leo Conroy passed away early in January, 2015. Leo was a valuable asset to the NHS and a devoted supporter. To commemorate his loyalty and dedication, the National Horse Show has established a grant fund in his name. Originally The Leo Conroy Equitation Grant, the newly expanded effort is now the
LEO CONROY GRANT PROGRAM.
Guidelines
This grant is annually awarded to riders competing in the:
The Leo Conroy Grant Program was expanded to assist competitors who are in financial need in order to compete at the National Horse Show. The Selected riders will receive the following:
The Leo Conroy Grant Program is open to riders who qualify to compete in the previously mentioned divisions. Riders must apply online from August 19 – September 27, 2024 at the end of this page to be considered for the Grant. Previous recipients of the Leo Conroy Grant may not re-apply.
The grant application process has closed. Recipients will be announced soon!
Amaya Bellfield
Audrey Carmody
Madilynn Lo Porto
Bailey Rose
Emma Simon
Callista Smith
Avery Faye Smith
Caroline Wang
Sophia Blake
Katie Brunner
Jessica Girouard
Lucia Koyama
Kennedy Teasdale
Kitty Walters
Kailey Brand
Kellen Sullivan
Avery Swartz
Sara Wytrzes