On Wednesday ,Osceola County Commissioners Brandon Arrington, Ricky Booth, and Cheryl Grieb, came together at Osceola Heritage Park to donate meat to local food pantries from animals they had purchased from young leaders in 4H and FFA during this year’s Osceola County Fair. The donations were made to the Osceola Council On Aging, the Altar Church, Pantry Planters, St., Rose of Lima Church, and Gray’s House of Hopes. On Tuesday, District 2 Commissioner Viviana made a similar donation of meat to Help Now of Osceola.
The food donated will not only provide essential resources to local aid programs but shines a light on the hard work and dedication of 4H and FFA students in Osceola County. Throughout the year, these young agriculturists engage deeply with the care, raising, and understanding of their animals, embodying responsibility and gaining insights into the agricultural industry. These programs play a critical role in educating the youth on the significance of agriculture in Osceola County and the broader national landscape.
The students and their exhibited animals that were supported by the commissioners are as follows:
- District 5 Commissioner Ricky Booth purchased a steer from Emma Boisclair and a hog from Brayden Leonard, and made his donations to the Altar Church, Pantry Planters, and Gray’s House of Hope.
- District 3 Commissioner Brandon Arrington supported Harper Avedisian by purchasing a steer and contributed to McKinley Pratt and Cutter Williams by buying hogs, and made his donations to the Osceola Council On Aging’s Meals On Wheels, and St. Rose of Lima Church on Pleasant Hill Road.
- District 4 Commissioner Cheryl Grieb chose a steer raised by Michaela Wall, and donated to Help Now of Osceola.
- District 2 Commissioner Viviana Janer purchased a steer from Peighton Pritchett and a hog from Joshlyn Stubbs, and made her donations to Help Now of Osceola.
These actions underscore the commissioners’ commitment to fostering a connection between agricultural education and community welfare. By directly supporting the efforts of young leaders within 4H and FFA, Osceola County not only aids in the personal development of its youth but also ensures the sustenance of its community members in need.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the commissioners for their generosity and to all the young leaders who have dedicated their time and effort to make a positive impact in Osceola County. Their work reminds us of the critical role agriculture plays in our communities and the value of supporting one another.
