The Program
The Tryon Riding and Hunt Club is pleased to announce that it will be awarding college scholarships totaling $6,500 in 2023. Applications are due by April 15 and awards will be announced in May.
The availability of these scholarships is a long-standing tradition that is in keeping with the Club’s core values of philanthropy and service to the community while preserving and enhancing its equestrian heritage.
Applications will be accepted from students living in Polk, Henderson, Rutherfordton, Spartanburg, or Greenville counties. Both graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled in a college or university are invited to apply, with preference given to those graduating from high school.
The amount of the scholarship award may vary but will be at least $500. Priority will be given to students with ties to the equestrian industry or sport in our area, or those who are a member of a recognized local or national equestrian organization. Financial need will also be a consideration.
Applicants may not be related to any current member of the TR&HC Board of Directors or employed by TR&HC. A financial need statement and interview may be requested. For those who receive a scholarship award, a photo and a media release will be required along with verification of your school enrollment. Payment will be made directly to the recipient’s school. In addition, the scholarship recipient may be requested to volunteer at a TR&HC event.
2022 Recipients:

Sarah Moorshead
Clemson University

Brooke Daniels
Converse College
2021 Recipients:

Tyler Leik
University of Mississippi

Emma Gurley
Emory & Henry College

McLean Holmes
College of Charleson

Faith Wanicka
Appalachian State University

Eric Harrelson
Berry College
2020 Recipients:

Amanda Fisher
USC Aiken

Eric Harrelson
Berry College

Emma Hay
Appalachian State University

Caroline King
UNC Chapel Hill

Keileigh McMurray
USC Aiken
2019 Recipients:

Maren Daniels
Maryville College

Amanda Fisher
USC Aiken

Emelia Frederick
Clemson University

Troy Lieberman
Western Carolina University

Payton Medford
Clemson University