
About the Award
The Bridge the Bridle Horse Show Award was created to open doors for individuals whose financial circumstances might otherwise hold them back from horse showing. By easing these barriers, the award helps riders experience the joy of growth, the pride of achievement, and the deep connection that comes from partnership with their horses.
The purpose of this award is to give one rider each show season with Cheryl & Co – a rider who would not ordinarily be able to participate due to financial constraints – the chance to experience the magic of showing alongside their barn family. This opportunity opens the door for a rider to share in the excitement, camaraderie, and sense of belonging that comes from showing and growing together. Through this experience, the rider will gain far more than time in the show ring and ribbons for their wall; they will build perseverance through challenges, resilience in the face of setbacks, confidence in their abilities, focus on their goals, and learning to put the welfare of their horse before their own needs and desires. The award will provide $3,000 in horse show credit to one individual per season with Cheryl & Co.

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Step One
Trainers complete the online application.
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Step Two
Applications will be assigned a number.
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Step Three
Award Selection Committee will select five nominees.
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Step Four
Nominees receive additional questionnaire.
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Step Five
Award Selection Committee will select three finalists.
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Step Six
Finalists complete a virtual interview with Award Selection Committee.
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Step Seven
Winner selected and notified by email within five days.
Award Application Procedure
Award Application Procedure
01
Step One
Trainers complete the online application.
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Step Two
Applications will be assigned a number.
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Step Three
Award Selection Committee will select five nominees.
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Step Four
Nominees receive additional questionnaire.
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Step Five
Award Selection Committee will select three finalists.
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Step Six
Finalists complete a virtual interview with Award Selection Committee.
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Step Seven
Winner selected and notified by email within five days.
Testimonials

We at Bridge the Bridle would love to hear about your experience as a recipient of the annual Bridge the Bridle Award! Riders and Trainers, please email us and let us know.
Seasonal Application Timeline
September 15
Application process opens for all applicants at 9:00 a.m. EST.
October 31
Application process closes for all applicants at 12:00 a.m. EST.
November 15
Applicants are notified of initial results; Finalists are emailed essay question by 5:00 p.m. EST.
November 30
Applicants' essay question responses are due by 12:00 a.m. EST.
December 15
Finalists are selected by the Award Selection Committee and invited to participate in a virtual interview.
December 30
Winner notified by Award Selection Committee via email.
September 15
Application process opens for all applicants at 9:00 a.m. EST.
October 31
Application process closes for all applicants at 12:00 a.m. EST.
November 15
Applicants are notified of initial results; Finalists are emailed essay question by 5:00 p.m. EST.
November 30
Applicants' essay question responses are due by 12:00 a.m. EST.
December 15
Finalists are selected by the Award Selection Committee and invited to participate in a virtual interview.
December 30
Winner notified by Award Selection Committee via email.
