Maryland 5 Star International Riders
Travel Grant Program
Help support and preserve
international equestrian competition in Maryland.
Bringing elite, international-level athletes to Maryland:
- Strengthens the Maryland Horse Industry
- Promotes growth across all levels of the equestrian community
- Expands the reach of eventing in the Mid-Atlantic region
We’re actively fundraising to support U.S. and foreign athletes in attending the Maryland 5 Star. This program allows American riders to compete against the world’s best—without leaving North America—benefiting:
- U.S. high performance equestrian programs
- The broader sport of eventing in North America
- Funds are awarded by application only
- Used exclusively to offset travel expenses
- Applications reviewed and funds allocated no later than 30 days before the event
Supporters of the International Travel Grant Program will receive exclusive opportunities, including:
- Course walks with grant recipients
- Educational sessions (subject to availability)
Grant recipients are expected to help promote:
- The Maryland equestrian industry
- Related events and community activities
International Travel Grant Program
In partnership with Carolyn Mackintosh & Loch Moy Farm
About the Travel Grant
Fundraising for the 2026 International Riders Travel Grant begins this December!
Throughout the year, MIEF will continue raising funds to ensure we can welcome another exceptional group of athletes to next year’s event. Every contribution helps keep Maryland on the international equestrian map.
Check back soon for 2026 Travel Grant Application details!
For additional information or questions, please contact Joanie Morris at [email protected].
Thank you for supporting The Maryland Horse Trials and Loch Moy Farm!
Travel Grant Application
The International Riders Travel Grant Program helps bring the world’s best horses and riders to Maryland to compete in the MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory — one of only seven CCI5*-L events in the world.
By supporting elite international athletes, this program strengthens the Maryland Horse Industry and nurtures the equestrian community across all levels throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Fundraising for the 2026 International Riders Travel Grant is now underway, with a goal of helping both U.S. and foreign athletes compete at the Maryland 5*. This gives American riders the opportunity to test their skills against the best in the world — without having to leave North America — a huge advantage for U.S. high-performance programs and the sport of eventing overall.
Funds are awarded by application only and are used to directly offset travel expenses. Applications are reviewed and allocations made no later than 30 days before the event.
Donors to the program enjoy exclusive opportunities, such as course walks and educational experiences with grant recipients (schedule permitting). Grant recipients, in turn, are asked to help promote the Maryland equestrian industry and related events.
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Maryland International Equestrian Foundation is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to supporting the development of upper-level equestrians by creating a world-class competition venue at Loch Moy Farm in Maryland and providing funding for the development of dedicated riders from diverse backgrounds to compete at the top levels of equestrian sport.
Nonprofit Tax-ID: 88-2025807