Scholarships
WISCONSIN SHEEP BREEDERS COOPERATIVE SCHOLARSHIP
**Scholarships: Up to $3,000.00 in scholarships will be awarded annually based on qualified
applications submitted.
Scholarships to be divided at the Scholarship Committee member’s discretion.
CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS
- Parents or applicant must have been members of the Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Coop for a minimum of (2) consecutive years including the year of application.
- Must be a high school senior graduating in 2025 or college student age 25 or younger, with one complete year of college to complete by the date of application.
- Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited 4-year college, community college, technical school, or the UW Agriculture Short Course, in the fall of 2025.
- Previous WSBC scholarship winners are not eligible to re-apply.
- Applicant must have carried sheep as a 4-H or FFA project for a minimum of 2 years.
- Scholarship winners must have maintained a minimum 2.0 GPA on the transcript submitted for payment.
- Scholarships winners are asked to submit their Fall 2024 college transcript, reflecting a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, and a Spring 2025 class schedule to the WSBC office any time after January 1, 2025. Checks will be mailed upon receipt of this information.
- Late applications or applications that don’t follow submission requirements will not be considered.
Download Scholarship Application (PDF)
Download Scholarship Application (DOCX)
2025 SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE (Postmarked/Emailed): JUNE 16, 2025
Return hard copies to: Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Cooperative
Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Cooperative
5316 N Northwood Trace
Janesville, WI 53545
Email electronic copies to:
[email protected]
Scholarship Winners should submit fall 2025 transcripts and 2026 spring class
schedules to:
Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Cooperative
5316 N Northwood Trace
Janesville, WI 53545
Have Questions? Call the WSBC office after 5 pm (weekdays) at 608/743-9080 or email [email protected]
OR
Jill Alf: 608/743-9080 after 4 pm.
[email protected]
Questions:
or 608-743-9080
Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Co-op
Names Scholarship Winners for 2024
Brooklyn Jones

Brooklyn Jones began her journey in sheep farming with a Southdown lamb won in an essay contest. Growing up on a family farm, she learned the ropes from her older siblings, and as they moved on, Brooklyn took on the responsibility of the operation herself. Now, in her twelfth year of lambing, she has experienced remarkable personal growth—from a curious four-year-old to an 18-year-old winning showmanship classes and teaching others.
Raising sheep has instilled in Brooklyn the values of patience, teamwork, and hard work. She takes pride in sharing her knowledge with the community and nurturing a passion for farming in her younger cousins and friends. As the flock's sole caretaker, Brooklyn prioritizes her animals' well-being, handling everything from feeding to prepping for shows. The connections she’s built with customers who enjoy meals made from her lambs further fuel her passion. Brooklyn looks forward to expanding her breeding program and continuing to share the joy of farm life.
David D. Thompson

David D. Thompson has been involved in sheep farming for over a decade. What began with three wethers for county fair projects has grown into a thriving operation of more than 200 sheep, including six registered breeds. This year, David and his family raised over 170 lambs and plan to showcase their sheep at various local, state, and national events.
Now living on a college campus, David stays connected to the farm through daily calls and emails. His responsibilities include monitoring flock health, managing breeding schedules, and ensuring proper care for the sheep. His hands-on experience has led to significant achievements, including placing 4th in the senior division of skillathon at the 2023 All-American Junior Sheep Show and winning Champion and Reserve Bred and Owned honors with his Border Leicester ewes at the Wisconsin State Fair.
David values positive community engagement and enjoys mentoring younger members in sheep care. He leads seminars and helps families new to sheep farming learn essential skills. This year, he guided two families who successfully showcased their sheep at the county fair, reaffirming his commitment to fostering the next generation of sheep enthusiasts.
Kyliegha Daniels

Kyliegha Daniels began her sheep journey at seven years old and has developed a deep passion for farming over the past decade. Initially starting with a Gelbvieh heifer, she soon realized her true interest lay in sheep, beginning with a loaned ewe and a wether.
Growing up on her family farm, Kyliegha took on responsibilities like feeding, watering, and managing her flock. Her involvement with the Wisconsin Lamb Breeders Association (WLBA) Show camps enhanced her skills in showmanship and sheep management while fostering lasting friendships.
After moving to Monona in third grade, she adapted by visiting her grandparents weekly to work with her sheep. Notable achievements include winning Reserve Champion Southdown Ewe at the All-American Junior Sheep Show in 2016. Her flock has grown to 35-40 sheep, allowing her to deepen her knowledge of genetics and breeding. Traveling to shows nationwide, she enjoys sharing her knowledge, especially with underrepresented communities and has worked with special needs children to give them opportunities in agriculture. Kyliegha plans to pursue a psychology degree at North Carolina Central University, using her communication skills from her sheep experiences to connect with and help others.