The Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant is now open to qualified applicants! The 2025 recipient shall receive $20,000 in funding. All applicants must be:Professional member in good standing with their respective national governing bodyUS citizen or legal residentDemonstrate financial needReside in Aiken, SC, for a minimum of 3 months annuallyBetween the ages of 18 and 30 years of age by January 31st of application yearThis grant is open to riders of all disciplines. The deadline to apply for the 2025 grant is September 30th, 2024. For more information and the online application, visit aikenhorsepark.org/annie-goodwin-rising-star.The Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant provides financial support for young professional equestrians establishing the early years of their business and wishing to continue their equestrian education and competition. In 2024, the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant was awarded to Isabelle Bosley.