About Our Organization
The people and vision that make this possible
Over 650 annual scholarships averaging more than $2,000 have been awarded since the Fund was established. Nearly $1,500,000 has been awarded since 1996. More than 150 Farm Workers’ Scholars have graduated from college and or technical programs, several with honors and one as a 4.0 valedictorian.
Scholarships are also available for full-time horse farm workers who wish to take equine courses or training related to working more effectively with horses in their current farm job.
The Fund was founded in 1996 by Rob Whiteley of Liberation Farm, Tom Evans of Trackside Farm, and Fred Seitz of Brookdale Farm.
Board of Directors
Tom Evans
Co-founder, President
Trackside Farm
Dan Pride
Vice-President
COO Godolphin, USA
Judge Wilson
Secretary
General Counsel for Berea College
Mary Ryan
Board Member and Treasurer
Educator and Horsewoman
Rob Whiteley
Co-founder, Board Member
Liberation Farm
Stu Pollard
Board Member
Educator and Filmmaker
Chet Blackey
Board Member
Veterinarian
Carl Pollard
Advisor to the Board
Muffy Stuart
Coordinator
Message from the President:
“I would like to thank the many contributors who have so generously supported and valued this remarkable group of young scholars and our Fund.
Over the years we have received significant contributions from the Carl Pollard Foundation, Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Managers Club, KTA, Kentucky Owners and Breeders, Thoroughbred Charities of America, Godolphin, Fasig-Tipton, Keeneland, Hill ‘n’ Dale Farm, Race For Education, the Crafty Prospector Syndicate, W.T. Young, The Hilary Boone Foundation, William Marquard, and many other individual donors.“
“Investing in these great young people is also an investment in the industry. Many of our scholars have successfully completed their studies and returned to pursue careers in the Thoroughbred industry. Several have already distinguished themselves, including a Director of Racing at a major North American track. Many of those who have chosen careers outside of the horse industry have made their mark as teachers, nurses, social workers, pastors, and business professionals.
Thank you very much.”
-Tom Evans
We Are A Thoroughbred Charities of America Designated Charity
Jeffrey D. Thornbury Memorial Scholarship
The Horse Farm Workers’ Educational Assistance Fund is proud to sponsor the Jeffrey D. Thornbury, Jr. Memorial Scholarship.
Photos courtesy of Christine Hansen and Suzie Picou-Oldham
