01/02/2026
As we step into the new year, we want to say thank you to everyone who has supported, encouraged, and believed in Black Boots Awards and Black Boots Magazine. Your support, patience, and enthusiasm mean more than we can put into words.
We remain committed to making the Black Boots Awards stronger, more intentional, and more reflective of the excellence within our community. We also continue to grow Black Boots Magazine, creating space to amplify the stories, history, culture, and ongoing work of Black cowboys, Black cowgirls, and Black-owned and Black-led equestrian organizations across the country.
We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has hung in with us as we continue to build, learn, refine, and sometimes figure things out in real time. BBA exists because these stories matter, and because our presence in the equestrian world is not new, not niche, and not optional. It is foundational.
This new year, we invite you to continue growing with us. If you’re a business, organization, or creative looking to reach an engaged and values-aligned audience, consider advertising in Black Boots Magazine and supporting independent Black equestrian digital media. If you’re visiting Connecticut or planning an event, we also encourage you to check out Black Boots Venue Rentals, a mission-driven event space that helps sustain this work and the communities we serve (www.blackbootsrentals com).
Thank you as well to everyone who has subscribed to our growing Substack community. Your presence there helps share more and build conversation beyond social media. We’re excited to bring more interactive content your way, and we encourage you to jump into the chat, share your thoughts, and help shape the conversations you want to see.
Most of all, thank you for standing with us in celebrating Black excellence in the saddle, in the arena, on the range, behind the scenes, and in history. We’re stepping into the new year with gratitude and a continued commitment to honoring the legacy and future of Black equestrians everywhere.
Here’s to a new year of storytelling, community, and growth. We love y'all for giving us grace and growing with us as we brainstorm and build. 🖤🐎
