Community Happenings & Insurance Education
Elton R Smith Award
This award is presented each year to the Farm Bureau Insurance Agent or Managing Partner who has exhibited the most consistent commitment to the success of Farm Bureau Insurance, Michigan Farm Bureau, the community, and the insurance industry.
Leadership in Action Award
Steve is the first recipient in Farm Bureau History to be awarded the Greg Smith Leadership in Action Award. In honor of Greg's legacy, this award will be awarded each year at the Director's Club. The recipient is chosen based on the qualifications Greg finds important in a great leader.
Agent Charitable Fund
The Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies is committed to making a difference in the community by taking action against childhood hunger.
America & Me Essay Contest
The Steve Ellis Agency is a proud sponsor of the American & Me Essay Contest for eighth-grade students. The writing competition was originally created to encourage young students to explore their career aspirations and consider how their future roles can impact their community.
Agent Charitable Fund Awards Grant to Kingston Wesleyan Church
Kingston, Mich. – Kingston Wesleyan Church was recently awarded a $2,800 grant to fight food insecurity in the community by the Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan Agent Charitable Fund (ACF). Grant funds will be directed to the church’s food distribution efforts and used to purchase perishable and shelf-stable food for neighbors in need.
Agent Charitable Fund raises $75K to end hunger in Michigan
The Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan Agent Charitable Fund (ACF) held their fifth annual Statewide Fundraiser on May 14 and raised $75,000 to feed hungry neighbors across the state.
2023 Agent Charitable Fund Contributions
In 2023 the ACF gave $175,000 in grants to schools, food banks, and community organizations, provided 875,000 meals and supported 85 organizations/schools.