Farm Bureau Insurance Company of Idaho is proud to announce the kickoff of its annual Veterans Day Essay Contest, inviting young writers across the state to honor the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces. This long-standing tradition encourages Idaho students to reflect on their family members’ service and share what that legacy means to them — with cash prizes and the opportunity to be recognized at Farm Bureau’s annual Salute to Idaho Veterans celebration.
Students may enter in one of three age categories:
• 1st through 6th grade
• 7th through 9th grade
• 10th through 12th grade
Cash prizes will be awarded to each category winner:
• $250 for 1st through 6th grade
• $500 for 7th through 9th grade
• $750 for 10th through 12th grade
Winners will also be invited to share excerpts of their essays at the 13th Annual Farm Bureau Salute to Idaho Veterans event on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Farm Bureau’s home office in Pocatello. The Salute runs from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM and is free to all veterans, active-duty personnel and their families.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
In addition to student presentations, the Salute will feature:
• A keynote address by Captain Chris Cassidy — a decorated U.S. Navy SEAL and NASA astronaut, and President &
CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum
• A flag ceremony and Posting of the Colors
• Branch hymn tributes performed by the Idaho Falls Brass Quintet
• A complimentary luncheon for attendees
• A veterans slideshow and complimentary commemorative coin
• Complimentary portrait photos of veterans by professional photographer Deloy Stuart
HOW TO ENTER
Entry forms are available from local Farm Bureau Insurance agents or online at
www.idahofarmbureauinsurance.com/news/annual-veterans-day-essay-contest/.
Entries must be received by Friday, October 24, 2025.
