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HDHJA Programs,
Scholarships, and Awards

Don Kerron Sportsmanship Award

This perpetual trophy is awarded at the HDHJA Year End Awards banquet to a junior or amateur rider who has exemplified sportsmanship and horsemanship throughout the show season.
Don Kerron was a well known professional horseman in the Pacific Northwest. His father established the Portland Riding Academy, which he took over before establishing Sunwood Farm in 1969. He produced many top riders during his time in Portland, and later moved to Central Oregon with his wife Kathy, where he continued to pass on his knowledge and love for the sport.
Nominations open January 1, and close December 1. Nominees are voted on by active HDHJA board members.

Kristin Chiasson Volunteer of the Year Award

This perpetual trophy is awarded at the HDHJA Year End Awards Banquet to a member, parent, or volunteer who contributes to the success of the organization’s horse shows, events, and overall community.
Kristin Chiasson was a HDHJA member who was always willing to help the HDHJA community in any way, and who believed in making HDHJA a fun and positive experience for the young riders of the community.
Nominations open January 1, and close December 1. Nominees are voted on by active HDHJA board members.

Katie Grundeman Junior Rider Grant

This $1,000 grant is awarded at the HDHJA Year End Awards Banquet to a junior rider who demonstrates exemplary sportsmanship, horsemanship, leadership, and work ethic. The funds must be used to further the winner’s riding education or achieving their competition goals.
The rider awarded the Katie Grundeman Junior Rider Grant is required to volunteer for HDHJA as a Junior representative, and their responsibilities may include social media posts, promoting HDHJA grants & awards, and assisting at horse shows, events, and fundraisers.
This is a nomination based award. Parents, trainers, and adult members of HDHJA may nominate a rider between January 1 and December 1. Nominees are voted on by the HDHJA Special Awards Committee.

Timberline Farm HDHJA Scholarship

This $500 scholarship is awarded at the HDHJA Year End Awards Banquet to a junior or amateur member of HDHJA. The application includes a horsemanship quiz, which will be considered while selecting the winning applicant.
Applications are available between January 1 and December 1. Applications are processed by the HDHJA Special Awards Committee.