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Scholarships & Grants

Since the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ began in 1932, more than $575 million has been committed to the youth of Texas and education.

Educational Fund Donations

Make a donation to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund in memory of or in honor of someone. Educational Fund donations support the Rodeo’s commitment to the youth of Texas and education.

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2023 Educational Commitment

$14,286,000

in scholarships

$5,292,250

towards Junior Show Exhibitors

$2,517,722

towards Educational Program Grants

$464,590

towards Graduate Assistantships

2023 TOTAL: $22,560,562

SCHOLARSHIPS

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship program consists of more than 800 scholarships and more than $14 million awarded in one year. Currently, more than 2,300 students are on Rodeo scholarships, attending more than 80 different Texas colleges and universities. The value of these scholarships is more than $50 million. The Rodeo has presented nearly 20,000 scholarships valued at $275 million since the first scholarship was awarded in 1957.

GEOGRAPHIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Houston Area Scholars
Area Go Texan
QUANTITY/AMOUNT
350, four-year, $20,000
79, four-year, $20,000
TOTAL
$7,000,000
$1,580,000

SPECIALTY SCHOLARSHIPS

Texas 4-H
Texas FFA
Achievement
Exhibitor
Hildebrand Family
School Art
Military
QUANTITY/AMOUNT
70, four-year, $20,000
70, four-year, $20,000
junior and senior Rodeo scholars
30, four-year, $20,000
approximately 15, four-year, $20,000
15, four-year, $20,000
five, four-year, $20,000
TOTAL
$1,400,000
$1,400,000
$1,200,000
$600,000
$300,000
$300,000
$100,000

FUNDED SCHOLARSHIPS

Vocational Scholarship Funding
Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine
Texas Christian University Ranch Management Program
QUANTITY/AMOUNT
 
six, one-year, $16,000
four, one-year, $2,500
TOTAL
$300,000
$96,000
$10,000

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GRANTS

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo provides grants to 501(c)(3) charities and accredited institutions of higher education. In keeping with the mission of the Rodeo, all grant applications and awardees must benefit youth, support education, expand agricultural horizons and/or preserve and honor pioneer heritage and culture. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has presented nearly $84 million in research, grants and educational programs to more than 100 organizations and institutions in Texas.

2023 Grant Recipients

Email: [email protected]

JUNIOR SHOW EXHIBITORS

Education extends beyond the classroom, which is why the Rodeo supports students who demonstrate leadership as members of Texas 4-H and FFA. Each year, the Houston Livestock Show™ draws thousands of Texas 4-H and FFA exhibitors to compete at the world's largest livestock show, each hoping to take home the coveted title of Houston Champion. Sizable prizes and premiums will be awarded to junior show exhibitors, including calf scramble contestants who participate in the 2022 Houston Livestock Show. Since 1932, $195 million has been committed to exhibitors through premiums and calf scramble certificates.

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS

Graduate Assistantship funds are awarded to specific graduate programs at various Texas universities. Each university program administers the graduate assistantship application and selection process.

Since the 1970s, more than $15 million has been awarded to graduate assistantship programs in Texas.

  • Angelo State University
  • Sam Houston State University
  • Stephen F. Austin State University
  • Sul Ross State University
  • Tarleton State University
  • Texas A&M University
  • Texas A&M University – Commerce
  • Texas A&M University – Kingsville
  • Texas State University
  • Texas Tech University
  • West Texas A&M University

Meet Our Scholars

“I wanted to thank you for you support of me and my college career through the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholarship. It has helped me in more ways than one and I can now achieve my dream of being a large animal veterinarian. I truly cannot than you enough for all of your help!”

Samantha W.
2021 FFA Scholarship Winner

“I was thrilled to learn about my selection for this scholarship and am deeply appreciative of your support. Without your kind contribution, it would not have been possible to fulfill my goals to the fullest. Once again, thank you for your donation towards my education and future.”

Evelyn L.
2022 Houston Area Scholarship Winner

“Once again, thank you for helping fund my college education. It is due to your generosity that I can take advantage of interesting classes and passionate professors, while participating in progress-seeking organizations on campus. I am grateful for your continued contributions.”

Cameryn J.
2021 4-H Scholarship Winner