Horsepower for the Mind
horseIQ Youth Showdown
Honoring Freedom Night
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Board Engagement & Donor Impact
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What is Horsepower of the Mind?

This Youth Team Tournament combines education, teamwork, and competition.

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This competition challenges youth in this type of knowledge.

What is equine knowledge?

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These special class showcases veterans riding and connecting with horses.

What is Heroes on Horses and The Two Ravens Veteran Slide

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This ceremony honors individuals and horses who shaped the Paint Horse legacy.

What is the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony?

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This is the most powerful way a board member can encourage someone to attend an event.

What is a personal invitation?

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Youth ages 10–18 can participate in this event, and this is not required.

What is a horse?

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This type of format allows youth to compete together in groups.

What is team-based competition?

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This mascot will be available for photos during the event.

Who is Paint Horse Pete?

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This comparison describes the importance of the Hall of Fame event.

What is the “Oscars of the Paint Horse industry?”

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Sharing your personal connection and this type of message helps donors understand why the mission matters.

What is your story?

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These three expert-led topics include veterinary care, judging, and this modern communication skill-marketing

What makes up the workshops

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Last year’s top scholarship award was this amount.

What is $1,750?

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This country artist performs a concert following the evening program

Who is Scooter Brown?

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This breed is honored during the ceremony.

What is the American Paint Horse?

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This simple action—attending and bringing one guest—can double engagement.

What is bringing a friend or potential donor?

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This game show-inspired competition tests youth knowledge in the finals.

What is Jeopardy?

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This quality is promoted alongside education during the competition.

What is sportsmanship?

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This type of performance raises awareness for this important issue affecting veterans.

What is mental health awareness?

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This is a special time to reflect on this important part of the organization

What is history and legacy?

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These interactions before, during, and after events help build lasting donor relationships.

What are touchpoints?

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This fun final round incorporates a fun round of Jeopardy.

What is “Are You Smarter Than a Horse Trainer?”

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This is not required to participate in the horseIQ Youth Showdown

What is owning or riding a horse?

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This powerful bond between humans and animals helps restore confidence and healing.

What is the human–horse connection?

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Name one 2026 recipient? 

What is: Texas Hero, John Simmon, Galant Zippo, Viggo & Annette Mortensen, Travis & Lyn Titlow

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This leadership responsibility includes opening doors, making introductions, and helping others connect to the Foundation.

What is Board stewardship?