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Donations to the American Simmental-Simbrah Foundation support educational and charitable projects such as the American Junior Simmental Association Eastern Regional Classic and the Fred Swain Eastern Regional Scholarships. The AJSA is the only national breed association that requires young people to compete educational contests including public speaking, cattlemen’s quiz, genetic evaluation quiz, sales talk, and judging. Your donation will provide financial support for Eastern Regional Classics and scholarships for youth in the Eastern Region. The American Simmental-Simbrah Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501c(3) charitable organization.
2025 Fred Swain Eastern Regional Scholarship
Lainey Cochran - Mississippi
Carter Hall - West Virginia
Fred Swain Eastern Regional Scholarship
The Eastern Regional Foundation is offering a $3,000 scholarship to an active member of the AJSA and MUST reside in the Eastern Regional area who plans on attending a post-trade school or two/four-year college. The applicant must show current and previous involvement in AJSA Simmental or Simgenetics.
Application deadline must be postmarked or received by May 15, 2026. All candidates must be present for their interview at the Eastern Regional Classic.
Fred Swain Eastern Regional Scholarship - Scholarship Criteria
1. The applicant must be an active member of the AJSA and reside in the Eastern Regional area
2. The applicant must show current and previous involvement in AJSA Simmental or SimGenetics.
3. The applicant must maintain a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA and a minimum of 24 credit hours is completed.
4. Applications and all pertinent information must be postmarked or received by May 15, 2026. Any information received after that date will not be considered – No exceptions will be made.
5. Scholarships shall be payable to the student after receipt of official transcripts for the completed semester.
6. Acceptance to a post trade school, must be accompanied with acceptance letter.
7. Applications will include:
Most recent official transcript
Copy of educational/institution statement (fall enrollment)
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Completed application
8. Candidates for the scholarship will be interviewed at the Eastern Regional Classic.
9. Limit one scholarship per youth.
Please submit applications to:
Anna Demko
P.O. Box 14
Southwick, MA 01077
Email: pinebrookacres@yahoo.com
2025 EJSC Fundraising Auction
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Louisville, Kentucky, at the NAILE • West Wing, Room 7
30-minutes after the conclusion of the Simmental Junior Show, Approx. 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Auctioneer. Corbin Cowles
Pizza will be served at the auction.
Pizza donated by: Scott Ison, Double Image Cattle Co. and Jim Herr, Madluke Cattle Co.
2025 AUCTION ITEMS
Grand Slam Osceola Turkey Hunt
Donated by: Zach Williams & Sand Family Genetics
Take part in the Ultimate Hunting Adventure with this exclusive 3-night stay and Osceola turkey hunt. This hunt is designed for the hunter that wants to realize their dream of hunting one of the most sought-after subspecies in the wild, the Osceola Turkey. This hunt will take place on prime property located in North Central Florida and will be professionally guided by Zach Williams. Zach’s track record of success speaks for itself.
Valued at $4000
BushCreek Game Calls
Donated by: Peyton & Halee Vest and Brushcreek Game Calls
Handcrafted straight out of southern Ohio comes these 2 Brushcreek Game calls pot calls, a beautiful cherry pot call with a bottomland slate/glass for those up close calls, and a laminated padauk & birdseye maple with a crystal/slate for those high pitched yelps and long range calling! Paired up with a bottle of Wild Turkey Rare Breed to celebrate those harvests
Valued at $150
Frozen Genetics + Services
WHF Point Proven H45 Semen
Donated by: Wayward Hill Farms, Trennephol Farms, Select Sires
Selling 5 units, conventional semen. Buyer responsible for shipping.
OBCC/GSC College Player Semen
Donated by: Ivie and Sons Simmentals
Selling 5 units, conventional semen. Buyer responsible for shipping.
GIBBS Culmanation Semen
Donated by: Gibbs Farms
Selling 10 units, conventional semen. Buyer responsible for shipping.
JWC Engage144M
Donated by: Jared Werning Cattle
5 Units conventional semen - Retail value $100/unit.
HTP/SVF Duracell T52 Semen
Donated by: HTP Simmentals and Parke Livestock
Selling two packages of 3 units, conventional semen. Buyer responsible for shipping.
ADV Compass L3574 Semen
Donated by: River Creek Farms, Inc.
Selling 5 units, conventional semen with free shipping. $350 value.
WHF/JS/CCS Double Up or WHF/JS/CCS Woodford Semen
Donated by: Wayward Hill Farm, JS Simmentals, and CCS
Selling your choice of 5 units, conventional semen from Double Up or Woodford. Buyer responsible for shipping.
SSS Redemption Semen
Donated by: Triple S Land & Cattle
Selling 2 units, conventional semen. Buyer responsible for shipping.
Rubys Quadrant 210K Semen
Donated by: River Creek Farms, Inc.
Selling 5 units, conventional semen with free shipping. $350 value.
ZTGC Just Cuz 52K
Donated by: Jared Werning Cattle
5 units conventional semen - Retail value $50/unit.
KBHR Homelander J071 Semen
Donated by: River Creek Farms, Inc.
Selling 5 units, conventional semen with free shipping. $350 value.
Baskets & More
25 Custom Engraved Ear Tags
Donated by: Diamond D Designs
25 eartags made to order for you. Assortment of colors to choose from, customized with your design.
Louisville Slugger - 2026 EJSC Supporter Bat
Donated by: Fred and Phyllis Swain
Louisville Slugger Custom Bat Supporter Eastern Junior Simmental 2026
Cow Planer
Donated by: Double Image Cattle Co.
Black cow planter that hold two ten inch pots. - $250.00.
Virginia Spirits
Donated by: Holly Spring Simmentals
Contains Deep Run Vodka, North Mountainapple grape wine,Bluestone houndstooth wine, Bowman Brothers straight bourbon whisky, Virginia Lightning Moonshine, a Cydectin cup and a Crown Royal cup
Cow Key Chain
Donated by: Double Image Cattle Co.
Black metal key chain - $5 per key chain. 5 available.
Fresh From Florida Spirit Basket
Donated by: Florida Simmental Breeders
Collection of a variety of spirits, liquor, and wine that are made here in the Sunshine State
Cow Christmas Ornament
Donated by: Double Image Cattle Co.
5 available. $5 per ornament.
Simmental Lazy Suzzane
Donated by: Back Roads Ranch- Steven & Sam Ahrens
Home decor for any Simmental breeder!
Electric Bike
Donated by: 2M Farms - The Harris Family
isinwheel Electric Bike for Adult 500W Motor, 20 mph Folding Ebike, 14"/16"/20"/26" Adult Electric Bicycles with Smart Uphill, 7.8/10.4Ah Battery, E Bikes for Adults and Teens
Breed Them All Simmental Tray
Donated by: Back Roads Ranch- Steven & Sam Ahrens
Decorate a table or a wall or use it as a tray. Great home docor! Engraved with Breed them all Simmental
Past Fred Swain Eastern Regional Scholarship Recipients
2024 | Matthew Koverman, Ohio and Hannah Buse, Mississippi