Encourage and develope public understanding and appreciation in livestock and ranching operations and traditions through the promotion and sponsorship of public cutting horse contests.

The association continues to support the youth involved in the youth cutting by providing scholarship funds for college tuition. In 2016, no scholarship applications were received. Funds have been set aside for future recipients. The direct expenses for producing the cutting shows is reflected in the program service expenses. revenues generated from producing and managing a cutting horse contest ncha held a major regional cutting horse contest in scottsdale. Our organization was one of the main sponsors for this event which was held in may. At the april cutting a special bridleless class is held to raise funds for local horse related charities. The funds raised were distributed to the following charities: folds of honor az and camelot therapeutic horse