Application to Receive HEF / Quinsey Reimbursable Grants
Farriers and veterinarians interested in equine hoof-care (Grantees) are welcome and encouraged to make application for Hoofcare Essentials Foundation (HEF) / Bryan Quinsey "Reimbursable Grants" to attend and/or participate in farrier education venues and opportunities.
These grants are personally sponsored by Bryan Quinsey. Bryan's career in the farrier industry began in 2002 when he was hired by then American Farrier's Association (AFA) President Craig Trnka CJF, Vice President Bob Earle CJF, Secretary Walt Taylor CF, Treasurer David Edens CJF, and Board Representative Rick Garrison CJF to become the second executive director of the AFA. In additional to his time with the AFA, he was one of the founders and the former executive director of the American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF), International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF), and Hoofcare Essentials Foundation (HEF). He was also formerly the marketing director for Farrier Product Distribution. Today, he serves as the non-paid position of Secretary on the HEF Board of Directors.
The HEF / Quinsey Reimbursable Grants are intended to provide financial assistance for any farrier or veterinarian to attend an Education Event. Covered expenses may include all or a portion of registration, transportation, and/or lodging. While membership in any local, state/provincial, regional, national, or international farrier or veterinary organization is not required, but is encouraged. Grants shall be awarded based upon:
Monies allocated for grants will be made available up to the annual budgeted amounts approved by the HEF Board of Directors. Any amount which exceeds the budgeted amount must be approved by the HEF Board of Directors.
All grants must be presented by the Grants Committee to the HEF Board of Directors for final approval. The Board’s decision shall be final.
For additional details or questions, please contact Grants Committee Chairman Adam Wynbrandt at 916-806-3318 or adamwynbrandt@gmail.com
These grants are personally sponsored by Bryan Quinsey. Bryan's career in the farrier industry began in 2002 when he was hired by then American Farrier's Association (AFA) President Craig Trnka CJF, Vice President Bob Earle CJF, Secretary Walt Taylor CF, Treasurer David Edens CJF, and Board Representative Rick Garrison CJF to become the second executive director of the AFA. In additional to his time with the AFA, he was one of the founders and the former executive director of the American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF), International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF), and Hoofcare Essentials Foundation (HEF). He was also formerly the marketing director for Farrier Product Distribution. Today, he serves as the non-paid position of Secretary on the HEF Board of Directors.
The HEF / Quinsey Reimbursable Grants are intended to provide financial assistance for any farrier or veterinarian to attend an Education Event. Covered expenses may include all or a portion of registration, transportation, and/or lodging. While membership in any local, state/provincial, regional, national, or international farrier or veterinary organization is not required, but is encouraged. Grants shall be awarded based upon:
- Financial need
- Length of farrier or veterinarian experience
- Commitment to the profession, including memberships in farrier or veterinarian association(s)
- Previous Grant Approval(s)
Monies allocated for grants will be made available up to the annual budgeted amounts approved by the HEF Board of Directors. Any amount which exceeds the budgeted amount must be approved by the HEF Board of Directors.
All grants must be presented by the Grants Committee to the HEF Board of Directors for final approval. The Board’s decision shall be final.
For additional details or questions, please contact Grants Committee Chairman Adam Wynbrandt at 916-806-3318 or adamwynbrandt@gmail.com
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