May 20, 2025
For Immediate Release
Office of Public Information
Crowder College
RE: Crowder FBLA gets donation from Leggett & Platt for national competition
Neosho, MO – Crowder College Future Business Leaders of America received a donation of $3,690 from Leggett & Platt to cover travel and competition expenses to attend the 2025 National FBLA Leadership Conference in Dallas, TX this summer.
“This is the second year Leggett & Platt has provided funding for our students to attend the National conference,” stated Dr. Scott Donaldson, FBLA Advisor. “This year, they are paying for all our travel and registration expenses. We are grateful to have community business partners who see the value of these opportunities and provide funding to assist our students.”
Crowder College will be taking eight students to compete and participate. One student, Constance Graham, earned an internship and will be assisting with all aspects of the conference while participating.
“At Leggett & Platt, we believe in putting people first – and that includes supporting students who are striving to grow, lead, and succeed,” stated Leslie Laubach, Communications Manager. “We’re proud to help Crowder College’s FBLA students access opportunities that build confidence, sharpen skills, and shape their future.”
About Crowder College
Crowder College is a two-year community college providing educational opportunities for those wishing to enter the workforce or transfer to four-year universities. The college provides over 80 degree and certificate programs. The main campus is located in Neosho, MO, with additional instructional centers in Cassville, Joplin, McDonald County, Nevada, and Webb City.
About Leggett & Platt
Leggett & Platt (NYSE: LEG) is a diversified manufacturer that designs and produces a broad variety of engineered components and products that can be found in many homes and automobiles. The 142-year-old Company is a leading supplier of bedding components and private label finished goods; automotive seat comfort and convenience systems; home and work furniture components; geo components; flooring underlayment; hydraulic cylinders for material handling and heavy construction applications; and aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies.
Last Updated on May 20, 2025 by Cindy
