How much funding does Rachel Hendrix Memorial Scholarship provide?

Rachel Hendrix Memorial Scholarship provides $1,500 per award (two awards per year) in funding.

When is the deadline for Rachel Hendrix Memorial Scholarship?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Rachel Hendrix Memorial Scholarship

National Intercollegiate Rodeo

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$1,500 per award (two awards per year)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Rachel Hendrix Memorial Scholarship

Overview: Two $1,500 annual scholarships honoring Rachel Hendrix, a former NIRA member and Southern Utah University student who passed away in 2014.

Award Description: One scholarship awarded to one boy and one girl annually

Purpose: To honor Rachel's passion for rodeo and western heritage by supporting students who share similar commitment to the sport

Geographic Scope: Nevada and Utah - restricted to students from these states

Eligibility:

Must be a college student who has completed at least one year of college

Must have at least one year of college remaining

Must be a former member of Nevada or Utah State High School Rodeo Associations

Minimum GPA: 3.2 - 3.7

Must demonstrate strong love and commitment to rodeo

Any skill level and experience level welcome

Background in western heritage is valued

Character Focus: Applicants should exemplify:

Drive and determination

Passion for the sport of rodeo

Commitment to western heritage

Excellence in multiple life areas (school, church, social circles, extra-curricular activities)

Work ethic and fervor for preserving western roots

Contact Information:

Ms. Kenra Sagers

Phone: (435) 851-0868

Mailing Address: Rachel Hendrix Memorial Rodeo Scholarship Fund, c/o DFM, PO Box 5611, Fallon, Nevada 89407

How to Apply

Application Process

Required Materials:
1. Official transcripts
2. Resume
3. 300-word (or less) essay on enthusiasm and zeal for rodeo

Essay Content: Should address:

Enthusiasm and zeal for the sport of rodeo

Western heritage or family lineage (if applicable)

Extra-curricular activities

Religious activity involvement

Other hobbies and interests

Submission Requirements:

Submit three separate copies of complete application

Mail to: Rachel Hendrix Memorial Rodeo Scholarship Fund, c/o DFM, PO Box 5611, Fallon, Nevada 89407

Contact for Questions:

Ms. Kenra Sagers at (435) 851-0868

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What National Intercollegiate Rodeo actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025: 1
Total given: $130K
Median grant: $130K

By dollars: Washington 100%. Top recipient cities: Walla Walla, WA.

Example grants

National Intercollegiate Rodeo Foundation · Walla Walla, WA

Donations to scholarship program

$130K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Annual

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