February 2024
The Southwest Trailriders Association
The Southwest Trailriders Association, Inc. was established in 1993. In 1997, the Southwest Trailriders Association, Inc. was sanctioned by the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo with a total of fourteen (14) wagons. Presently, there are seven (7) wagons and several pending memberships.
The goals of the organization are to perpetuate the heritage of the Black cowboy and cowgirl, to stimulate and maintain the interest of horse lovers, promote goodwill, camaraderie, and to support youth though our scholarship program.
The Southwest Trailriders Association, Inc. has awarded approximately $200,000 in scholarship funds to high school seniors in the Houston, Harris and surrounding counties, sponsored animals for agricultural students, host annual Fun Day to provide a safe and fun atmosphere for children, donate toys and bikes annually to Houston area churches, schools and multi-purpose centers for Christmas as well as an annual school supply drive for area students returning to school.
