Western Tradition.
Western Lifestyle.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to invest in future generations while keeping in mind the western heritage of Southern Arizona and promoting youth and community development through livestock and equestrian education, innovation, entertainment and competition.
The Tucson Rodeo Foundation aids the youth of Southern Arizona through building community partnerships to create scholarships, grants, loan programs, assisting in youth livestock auctions, and junior rodeos. TRF is also working to establish endowments and scholarships to aid youth in their continuing educational pursuits in agriculture and veterinary medicine. Currently TRF is working with the Pima County 4-H and their rabbit program and will be working with the local chapters of the FFA. TRF was a buyer at the 2024 Pima County Fair including buying the Grand Champion Lamb.
The Glenn and Susan Dabbs
College Scholarships are now available!
Fall Application Deadline:
May 1
Spring Application Deadline:
Oct 15
Any applications received after the deadline will be considered for the next cycle.
Donate now!
The Tucson Rodeo Foundation, Inc. (“TRF”) was incorporated in February 2022 as a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Donations made to the TRF are tax deductible under IRC Section 170. Click below on TRF Office for information on Cash, Check, and Online donations.
TRF Office
4823 S. 6th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85714
Countdown to the 101st Tucson Rodeo Opening Day Feb 21, 2026!
Foundation Board Members
The people behind the scenes who make the work happen!
Butch Krietemeyer
President
Debbie Barnett
Secretary/Treasurer
Walt Johnson
Vice President
Candace Staar
Director
Christina Garza
Director
We are always looking for great volunteers!
If you are interested in assisting us at our fundraising events
please email events@tucsonrodeofoundation.org
Tucson Rodeo Foundation
