BPIRF Youth Programs
The challenges and complexities of life today are greater than at any time in human history. The structural framework of families, communities, and our nation have deteriorated and must be rebuilt to ensure significant opportunities for our younger generations to succeed. We all need to take part in that rebuilding process! This is not a right we have; it is a responsibility. Rebuilding strong families, communities and our nation wonā€™t be easy, but for most of us, life has never been easy.
The BPIRF focuses on elevating our youth through the following:
Rodeo for Kidz Sake
A special rodeo for elementary and middle school students, that educates them on the contributions of Black cowboys and cowgirls to rodeo and theĀ American west.Ā
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Self-Awareness ProjectĀ
Provides workshops for fathers, sons, and their mentors exposing them to the emotional intelligence components of self-awareness and self-management.
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Anti-Bullying Initiative
A BPIRF Partnership with the Los Angeles-based "Anti-Violence Ventures" that improves community by teaching anti-violence methods to improve communities.Ā
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Grant - Agriculture Workshops
& Program
Saddle Up with BPIRF - Ridin' High with STEM is a grant funded partnership with the USDA Natural Resourses Conservation Services exposing young people to careers in Agriculture.
Show Me MoreCommunication Skills Program
A program designed to help young people develop strong communication skills necessary for succeeding in the world today. This is a 6 week online course with interactive live virtual sessions. It provides a foundation leading to a more advanced communication skills course.l
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The BPIRF provides Grants and Scholarships to qualifying young people to assist them in their development:
- Bill Pickett Regional Scholarships
- Lu Vason Founders Scholarship
- Sedgwick Haynes Memorial Calf Roping Fee Grant
- Jesse Guillory Book Scholarship
