About American Quarter Horse Foundation
Support and preserve the American Quarter Horse through funding equine research, scholarships, educational programs, the Hall of Fame & Museum, and assistance programs for horsemen.
Focus Areas
Equine researchScholarships and educationMuseum and historical preservationProfessional horsemen assistanceYouth & young adult programs
Who They Fund
equine researchers and research institutionsproviders of equine-assisted servicesparticipants/clients of equine-assisted programs
Funding Style
program reimbursement grantsproject-based fundingexpense-specific reimbursement
About American Quarter Horse Foundation
Equine research is the clearest thread in the American Quarter Horse Foundation’s recent grantmaking, with university awards ranging from $6,667 to $69,724 and multiple repeat recipients across years. The foundation uses that research funding to support horses and the Quarter Horse industry, while also backing scholarships, leadership development, museum preservation, and assistance for professional horsemen. Recent grants show a strong academic footprint: Colorado State University received $69,724 for equine research, Iowa State University received $56,250, and Montana State University received $56,199. Alongside those research awards, the foundation also funds internal and affiliated programs through program reimbursement grants, reflecting a mix of external and program-specific support. Its active programs include scholarship offerings, AQHLead leadership support, equine research grants, and crisis assistance for professional horsemen. The combination of research, education, and direct support for industry participants places the foundation squarely within the Quarter Horse ecosystem rather than a single-purpose grantmaker. Grant recipients are located nationwide, but the pattern of awards centers on institutions and programs tied to equine health, education, and industry development.
What American Quarter Horse Foundation Funds
Equine research is the largest theme in the recent grant list. The American Quarter Horse Foundation gave $69,724 to Colorado State University, $56,250 to Iowa State University, and $56,199 to Montana State University, all for equine research. Those awards align with the foundation’s stated focus on equine health, veterinary research, horse welfare, and equine science. Education is another core area. Through scholarship programming, the foundation made grants such as $37,775 to the American Quarter Horse Association for program reimbursement grants and supports multiple scholarship tracks, including Career Path Scholarships, AQHF Scholarship Program, and AQHA Foundation Scholarships. The foundation also funds equine-assisted services. Recent grants include $6,991 to MTRA - Marion Therapeutic Ridi for equine assisted services, plus support to Healing Strides of VA, Forward Stride, and Soul Friends Inc. These awards fit the foundation’s broader emphasis on horse-related programs and participant support.
How American Quarter Horse Foundation Gives
Financial Snapshot
Annual Giving
$158K
Total Assets
$71.9M
Total Revenue
$11.9M
Total Expenses
$2.3M
Typical Grant Size
Most grants fall between $11K and $38K, with a median of $19K.
25th Percentile
$11K
Median
$19K
75th Percentile
$38K
Geographic Reach
National18 states funded
Funding intensity
LowHigh
Headquarters
Leadership
Karl Stressman
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