The application deadline for scholarships offered through the Harness Horse Youth Foundation scholarships is rapidly approaching.
Completed forms are due at the HHYF office by April 30. Information on these financial awards is available at hhyf.org/scholarships.asp. The scholarships, for students who are at least high school seniors, are awarded based on GPA, financial need, completeness of application and quality of essay (where applicable).
The HHYF scholarships are the Gallo Blue Chip Scholarship, a grant of up to $15,000, sponsored by Martin Scharf, for children of licensed trainers or caretakers in Pennsylvania, New York or New Jersey; The $2,500 Curt Greene Memorial Scholarship for students who have demonstrated a passion for harness racing and have financial need; and the $1,500 Sweet Karen Scholarship for alumni of HHYF Summer Programs.
The HHYF website also provides a comprehensive listing of harness racing-related scholarships available through other sources.
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