Your TDF Update: January 2026 -- New Grants for the New Year!

Your TDF Update: January 2026

A new year is here, and at The Dressage Foundation we’re excited about what’s ahead. We know you're thinking about your dressage goals for 2026, and new grants have been added that might help make them possible! Check out all the details below!

New Grants for a New Year

Within our ever-expanding family of Grant Funds, there may be funding for your dressage education! New grants for 2026 include:

Schmidt Family L Education Program Fund – to attend Part 2 of USDF’s L Education Program. Due February 20^th
Amelia’s ‘Dressage for All’ Youth Fund – for ages 25 and under to participate in dressage training/education of their choice. Due April 1^st.
Leatherdale Fund for Trainers of Young Horses – to support educational events (clinics, symposia, etc) for trainers of young horses. Due at least 75 days before the event.
Riding School Fund – Announcement coming soon!

Grant Information

Louise and Doug Leatherdale

TDF's 2026 Grant Calendar

Don't miss a grant application deadline ever again! We encourage you to take a few minutes to explore all our grant options, and our online calendar makes it easy to see what’s available and when to apply.

So take a look, mark your dates, and you might find the perfect opportunity to help you move forward!

Download the Grant Calendar

Let's Grow Dressage Together!

Jointly announced by The Dressage Foundation (TDF) and the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) in 2025, the USDF Education Programs Support Fund will directly support educational programs across the country, helping ensure access to quality education for years to come.

Donations are now being accepted, and thanks to the incredible generosity of many USDF members, fundraising for the Education Programs Support Fund at the 2025 USDF Convention was a wonderful success, raising more than $26,000!

This strong start reflects a shared belief in the power of education to shape the future of our sport. But the momentum doesn’t stop here! Individuals and GMOs are encouraged to contribute to help expand the reach and impact of these vital programs nationwide.

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USDF's Region 4 FEI Youth Clinic Series, supported by a grant from The Dressage Foundation

Anne Sushko Named TDF's 2025 Volunteer of the Year

Left to right: TDF Executive Director, Jenny Johnson; TDF Volunteer of the Year, Anne Sushko; TDF President, Beth Baumert; TDF Director of Grants and Programs, Sara Weiss. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Bryant.

We are pleased to announce Anne Sushko (IA) as the recipient of our 2025 “Judith Noone Volunteer Award.” This annual award honors an individual who has been an excellent ambassador for the organization as a volunteer and who also shows long-term dedication to the advancement of the sport.

This award is presented in memory of Judith Noone, who served as a TDF Board member for over 20 years and helped shape the organization into what it is today.

Anne Sushko has been a dedicated friend of TDF for years, as a long-time volunteer, donor, Legacy Society member, Century Club member, and past grant recipient as an adult amateur rider. Beth Baumert, TDF’s President, said, “TDF is grateful for Anne’s countless kindness and support of TDF. Anne’s perpetual smile and helping hand are always inspiring."

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Century Club Nears 1,000th Member!

It wasn't long ago that we welcomed the 100th Team to our Century Club, and thanks to the incredible growth and popularity of the Club in the last several years, we are approaching the 1,000th member!

Do you know a senior rider who is interested in joining the Club (or are you)? We're here to help! Get all your questions answered on the Century Club FAQ page on our website.

Century Club FAQs