Eligibility
The MHAO Alexandra M. Mooney Memorial Scholarship is available to any member of MHAO at the time of application who is interested in pursuing a career in any discipline that a college degree, trade school or post- education program could enhance. High school graduates or returning and transfer college students are eligible as well as repeat recipients.
Award Amount
A $500 scholarship may be awarded annually along with a gift of one 8” X 10” color photo with their Morgan shot by Howie Schatzberg or something equivalent.
Criteria
- Member of MHAO at time of application.
- Post-secondary education in any discipline or trade school.
- GPA of 3.0 or GED equivalent score in high school or college.
- Official Transcripts from most recent school attended (High School, College & Trade School to date).
- Two letters of recommendation are required. One letter must be from a current or previous teacher and one personal letter from a non-relative.
- Applicant’s one-page essay describing “Your reason for choosing your desired profession”, and “How your involvement with the Morgan horse breed has enhanced your life.”
Return Completed Application to:
MHAO Scholarship Committee
Mary Grimes, Chair
705 Broadway St., S.W.
Albany, Oregon 97321-1901
