Main Street America Insurance today announced the agency partners who will receive the second annual Main Street America Insurance Community Impact Award. The award recognizes three agencies from across the country who have demonstrated action and leadership to support those most in need in their local area.
For 2024, the winners are Northeastern Insurance out of New York, Hyman Brown Insurance from Georgia, and DeShaw Agency based in Montana. Each will receive $1500 to be donated to the nonprofit of their choosing.
“Our partnership with independent agencies goes beyond insurance coverage,” said Richard Vaughn, Main Street America, Head of Sales. “An important part of these relationships is supporting and elevating the communities where we do business. Recognizing these agencies for their great work in local communities is just one way we show our commitment to these valued partners.”
Northeastern Insurance made significant contributions to their local community through a combination of employee involvement, financial contributions, and special event sponsorship and participation. Their efforts have supported a variety of important causes, including the Regional Food Bank, Salvation Army, Veterans Miracle Center, Ronald McDonald House, American Cancer Society, and Rett Syndrome Research Trust.
Hyman Brown Insurance made a meaningful impact on their local community through their extensive involvement with the local school system. This includes providing mentorship, sponsorships, meals, and more to support students and educators. Additionally, multiple employees actively engage with the community by participating in various roles, such as sitting on the city recreation board and the local school parent-teacher council.
DeShaw Agency made a notable impact on their local community through a variety of initiatives, including employee board participation, support for local schools and sports, and engaging in fundraising activities. Their efforts have supported several important causes, such as aiding adults with disabilities, supporting the Girl Scouts, and contributing to wetlands and wildlife conservation.
To be considered, nominees must have participated in initiatives, projects or programs that positively impact their community. This involvement can include but is not limited to donating, fundraising, volunteering, hosting events and implementing innovative solutions to identified challenges.
To learn more about the 2024 honorees, visit:
https://www.northeasterninsurance.com
About Main Street America Insurance
Main Street America Insurance, established in 1923, was founded on the belief that the best way to insure America is through independent agents. The company offers a wide range of commercial insurance, fidelity and surety bond products as well as a full suite of farm and ranch coverages throughout the United States. Main Street America carries an "A" (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating, with a Stable Outlook, and "a+" Issuer Credit Rating from A.M. Best, the insurance industry's premier rating organization. In 2018, Main Street America merged with American Family Insurance, the nation’s 13th-largest property/casualty insurance group. Visit us at msainsurance.com and on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.