The Leo Conroy Grant Program

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 ASPCA Maclay Finals
  • The Taylor Harris Insurance Services NHS Adult Equitation Championship
  • The Hamel Foundation NHS 3’3″ Equitation Championship
  • NEW Junior / Children’s Hunter
  • NEW Amateur Owner / Adult Hunter sections
 

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:

  • Stall, entry fees, and stipend to cover additional show-related expenses

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!

congratulations to our 2023 recipients 

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