We were awarded a grant from the State of New Mexico Rodeo Council™ to produce the second annual AFRICAN & NATIVE AMERICAN INVITATIONAL RODEO, however the New Mexico State Legislature recinded the award and left us stranded.  At the time we were notified it was to late to get sponsors to cover the cost. Another local sponsor failed to get a picnic license within the required time as of  state law and pulled that money out. Other extenuating circumstances came abou,  a Native American competitor was killed and the funeral was held on the same day that the rodeo would have taken place. This brought about the withdrawal of the Native American competitors so they may attend the funeral of a fallen brother.

We had no other reasonable choice than to postpone the rodeo. Realizing that things can happen, we are now moving on.
We are especially encouraged by the future advertisers of this event and not depend on state funds but become self- sustaining by recruiting more members,  individuals,  families, event sponsors, fundraising and getting parents involved.  

 As part of our mission, the rodeo is only the start of the future for the AARG.  We will award scholarships to high school and undergraduate students majoring in Animal Sciences, Rodeoing, Agriculture, Ranching, and other related fields.   Some proceeds will also go toward educational programs about the historical contributions of African Americans and Native Americans in developing the “WEST ". We will address the need for specialized training in developing Riding clubs, Equestrian Teams, Large Animal care (grooming, horse shoeing, etc.), Animal Therapy as well as the pathway to become certified in professional rodeo events. We are developing resources to train children as well as adults to become a part of an industry that is very lucrative with no age limits. We are collaborating with other local rodeo clubs that would like to help in training our members.  

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