The Florida Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association (USHWA) has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2025 Allen J. Finkelson Scholarship.

The scholarship fund was established in memory of Hall of Famer Allen J. Finkelson, the former Vice President of Public Relations at Pompano Park and longtime Chairman of the Board of the national USHWA organization.

Preference for these scholarships will be given to a student majoring in journalism, communications or veterinarian related studies. Applicants must be a resident of the state of Florida and currently accepted or enrolled in a fully accredited college or university in the United States. Criteria for selection include community service, academic achievement and leadership. Applicants must have demonstrated scholastic ability with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 and show evidence of community service and leadership through certificates, awards and/or letters of commendation.

Fully completed applications must be postmarked no later than July 15, 2025 for consideration for a September award. Recipients may re-apply annually for a maximum of four years.

Applications should be submitted/addressed to the Florida Chapter USHWA, Scholarship Committee, 601 N. Federal Hwy. #320, Pompano Beach, FL 33062.

For more information or to receive an application online, visit ushwa-florida.com or contact via e-mail Thomas H. Hicks at [email protected] or Steven Wolf at [email protected].

(With files from USHWA)