Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials announced their 2025 educational commitment of $28,058,754, in support of Texas youth and education programs.
This historic commitment will bring the rodeo’s total commitment to Texas education to more than $632 million since 1932.
According to rodeo officials, the rodeo’s 2025 educational commitment will award $14.7 million in scholarships, more than $9.7 million to junior show exhibitors, more than $3 million in educational program grants, and more than $481,000 to graduate assistantship programs across Texas.
“As one of the core missions of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, being able to support Texas youth and education is one of our most prized achievements,” said Chris Boleman, Rodeo president and CEO. “It is because of our over 35,000 volunteers, donors, partners, sponsors, and Houston community who support our mission year-round that allow us to continue to grow the Rodeo’s charitable mission, allowing both the organization and Texas students to achieve the extraordinary.”
2025 Educational Commitment by the Numbers
- Scholarships – $14,718,000
- Junior Show Exhibitors – $9,764,100
- Educational Program Grants – $3,095,554
- Graduate Assistantships- $481,100
- Total – $28,058,754
Scholarships include Houston-area Rodeo Scholars, Texas 4-H, Texas FFA, Achievement and Vocational scholarships. More than 800 scholarships will be awarded through the rodeo’s scholarship programs in 2024. As one of the largest scholarship providers in the U.S., the rodeo has presented more than 22,000 scholarships valued at more than $305 million since 1932.
Rodeo scholarship applications will be open between Dec. 16, 2024, and Jan. 31, 2025. For full eligibility requirements, or to apply online, visit https://www.rodeohouston.com/scholarships-and-grants/how-to-apply/.
