FCHA Scholarship
The Florida Cracker Horse Association offers an annual educational scholarship. The scholarship will award the recipient $1,000.00 for educational expenses toward a degree or certificate program.
Application Requirements
Essay Questions
Educational Goal
Example: My plans for school are…
Career Goal
Example: My ambition is to obtain a satisfying, rewarding career which will support me and my family…
Personal Goals
Example: I plan to be a positive role model in my community by…
Special Interests
Example: My community service or volunteer activities include…
Financial Need
Example: I need financial assistance to pursue my educational goals…
Leadership Experience
Example: My leadership experience includes…
School Involvement (clubs, organizations, activities)
Example: I have participated in the following events and programs in school
Letter of Recommendation
Applicant should submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, club or organization leader, etc. endorsing the applicant based on his or her experience with the applicant.
Essay
Each applicant must submit an approximate 500-word essay about Florida Cracker Heritage. The subject of Florida Cracker Heritage may include the people, times, horses, cattle, dogs, or a combination of the topics.
Proof of Enrollment
Applicants must provide proof of enrollment or acceptance for the Institution or program in which he or she will participate.
Application Instructions
Please download the PDF below and mail your scholarship application, essay, letter of recommendation, and other supporting information before June 1st to:
Florida Cracker Horse Association
James Levy, Executive Director
P.O. Box 21200
Tallahassee, FL 32316
Please print and fill out the following application form. All applicants will be notified by letter of the results of their application.