Community Involvement
At the Starr Agency, we care about those in our community. Read below about the different ways we get involved and give back. Plus learn more about different insurance topics!
America & Me Essay Contest
The Starr Agency is a proud sponsor of the America & Me Essay Contest for 8th-grade students in Michigan.
Best Insurance Agency of Monroe
For EIGHT years in a row the Starr agency has been named the BEST insurance agency of Monroe!
Agent Charitable Fund (ACF)
Founded in 2018 by Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan agents working together to fight food insecurities in Michigan.
Step Up Foundation
Founded by Kelsey and Ben Starr the Step Up Foundation exists to eliminate student hunger in Monroe County by creating in-school pantry spaces that provide immediate, dignified access to food—powered by community partnerships and built to sustainably support every student in need.
How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?
The amount you will need, depends on a variety of factors – your income, your debt, your age, and your financial goals.
Michigan Farm Bureau Awards Grant to Ida Elementary School
Ida, Mich. – Ida Elementary School was recently awarded a $2,000 grant to fight childhood food insecurity and provide agricultural education by the Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies (MFBFoC) and Michigan Farm Bureau Agent Charitable Fund (ACF).
2025 Elton R. Smith Nominee
Earlier this year, Farm Bureau Insurance announced the three nominees for its highest honor, the Elton R. Smith Award. Congratulations to Denise Arnesen, Adam Korson, and Kelsey Starr.
Michigan Farm Bureau Awards Grant to Monroe Public Schools
Monroe, Mich. – Waterloo Elementary at Monroe Public Schools was recently awarded a $2,000 grant to fight childhood food insecurity by the Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies (MFBFoC) and Michigan Farm Bureau Agent Charitable Fund (ACF). Grant funds will be used to establish and stock the Waterloo Elementary Food Pantry with nonperishable food items.
Avoid Price Gouging After a Storm
After a storm, property owners can feel they have no choice but to pay high prices for services like tree removal. Learn how you can avoid paying gouged prices.