Silver Stirrup Foundation tournaments are designed specifically for beginner-level riders as an introduction to riding in a judged environment without the pressure of traditional competition. While rides are evaluated, the focus is on confidence building, learning, and community rather than rankings or advancement.
These events provide a safe, supportive setting where riders can gain experience, celebrate progress, and build friendships with peers. SSF tournaments serve as an accessible entry point into equestrian participation, helping riders develop comfort, independence, and pride in their accomplishments—regardless of prior experience.
Tournament sponsorships help ensure these events remain inclusive, well-supported, and available to riders who are just beginning their equestrian journey.

Silver Stirrup Foundation tournaments create meaningful first experiences for beginner riders, offering a supportive environment where learning, confidence, and connection come before competition. These events require resources to remain safe, inclusive, and well-organized, from facility use and equipment to staffing and rider support. Sponsorship ensures that cost is not a barrier for youth who are eager to participate and benefit from these positive, confidence-building experiences. By supporting SSF tournaments, you help create welcoming opportunities that encourage growth, build community, and allow riders to take pride in their progress—often for the very first time.
Supports the overall operation of SSF tournaments and competitive programming. Sponsorship recognition, Social Media Exposure, Banner and Announcements

Supports one rider’s participation across a full tournament season. Sponsorship recognition

Provides support toward multiple tournament opportunities for a youth rider.

Contributes toward a single tournament experience for a rider. Multiple Tournament Partners may collectively support one rider or be applied across the program.






