March 28, 2024

Brimm to compete for FFA award

INDIANAPOLIS — The National FFA Organization (FFA) announced Kooper Brimm of the Osceola Big Chief FFA was selected as a national finalist for the National FFA Proficiency Award in Home and/or Community Development - Entrepreneurship/Placement. Brimm is one of only four people chosen to compete for this award at the national finals held Oct. 28 during the 88th National FFA Convention and Expo in Louisville, Ky.

The proficiency awards recognize outstanding student achievement in agribusiness gained through establishment of a new business, working for an existing company or otherwise gaining hands-on career experience. The Home and/or Community Development - Entrepreneurship/Placement Award is one of 49 proficiency program areas FFA members can participate in to develop valuable experience and leadership skills at
the local, state and national levels.

Brimm, a member of the Osceola Big Chief FFA Chapter, became eligible for the national award after winning the Iowa state FFA competition earlier this year.

This award is sponsored by Carhartt, Inc., as a special project of the National FFA Foundation. In recognition of being a finalist, each of the four finalists received a plaque and $500. The national winner of the Home and/or Community Development - Entrepreneurship/Placement Award will receive an additional $500 during a special
ceremony at the national FFA convention.