Each year, the Thoroughbred Incentive Program will select Youth Ambassadors to represent the program and the Thoroughbred breed for one calendar year. Past ambassadors must submit a new application each year if they wish to re-apply to the program.
To apply to be a T.I.P. Youth ambassador you must meet the following criteria:
- Age: 18 years old or younger (as of January 1st of the ambassador year)
- Reside in the US, Canada or Puerto Rico
- Own or lease a Thoroughbred with a registered T.I.P. number
- Participate in T.I.P. (Non-competition award applicant or participation in T.I.P. sponsored shows or classes)
Applications for 2023 T.I.P. Youth Ambassadors are on hold at this time.
The selection process for the Youth Ambassador Program is a two-part process. All Applicants notified to proceed to the second part of the application process must complete and submit supplemental materials to complete their Application no later than November 18. Once ambassadors are chosen, the ambassador must accept the position
and follow up with communication as necessary before the year of the role; otherwise a new ambassador will be chosen to take his or her place.