Black Hills Stock Show Foundation
GRANT AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Grants. Annually, the Foundation awards grants to organizations/projects that meet the criteria set by the Foundation, which is primarily to recognize and address community or regional efforts that will improve and enhance delivery of education and services.

Scholarships. In addition, the Foundation provides scholarships on an annual basis to students from South and North Dakota, Wyoming, Montana and Nebraska. The non-profit Black Hills Stock Show Foundation is truly committed to preserving the legacy of the western way of life.

Renewable Scholarship. Recipients of BHSSF scholarship awards of $2,000 are eligible to apply for the Foundation’s Renewable Scholarship award that provides ongoing funding to students. Please contact the office for application requirements and additional information. 605-718-0810 or email Foundation@BHSSF.com.

South Dakota High School Rodeo Association/Black Hills Stock Show Foundation
Rodeo Scholarships

Beginning in 1999, the Foundation expanded its annual scholarship program to include the selection of outstanding High School Rodeo athletes who will continue their education through university, college and/or technical institute studies, and who are committed to careers in ag-related fields.

SDHSRA

When the Black Hills Stock Show Foundation decided to expand its scholarship program that recognizes young adults pursuing higher education in ag-related fields of study, it made perfect sense to team up with another organization that provides a learning arena for youth; the South Dakota High School Rodeo Association.

Among the first state organizations to form in 1949, it would go on to become a charter member of the National High School Rodeo Association, helping to start the organization in 1951. South Dakota is one of the states to compete at the first National High School Rodeo Finals.

It has been a leader in the development of the national high school rodeo program and continues to produce leaders on the state and national level. From its ranks come young athletes who regardless of their place in winnings, are encouraged to learn and apply skills that are cornerstones to personal, academic and career development.

20X Extreme Showcase. Beginning in 2003, the Foundation teamed up with again with the SDHSRA and together with Wrangler co-sponsors scholarships awarded to top contestants from the South Dakota High School Regional 20X Extreme Showcase, the first in a televised series of featured high school rodeos around the country. Produced by Sutton Rodeo, the new event premiered at the 2003 Black Hills Stock Show Rodeo.

The SDHSRA scholarship and the 20X scholarship are non-renewable.

Current BHSS Foundation Grant & Scholarship Applications

• Grant Application  [Adobe pdf format]
   
• BHSSF Scholarship Application (due December 15)  [Adobe pdf format]
• BHSSF SD High School Rodeo Scholarship Application (due June 15)  [Adobe pdf format]

Previous BHSS Foundation Grant & Scholarship Recipients

• Grant Recipients
   
• BHSSF Scholarship Recipients
   
• BHSSF & SD High School Rodeo Assn. Scholarship program

Creating and maintaining the financial support necessary to support grant and scholarship programs is not an easy task and would be impossible without the individuals, businesses and organizations that have become a part of the Black Hills Stock Show Foundation.

It is through their continued commitment that the Foundation is able to make a difference for youth and other community/regional interests and concerns.

 
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