S&R Insurance and MAX Insurance® give Matching Grants to Swedeborg School’s Backpack Program

(ST. ROBERT, MO) – When Steve Rees of S&R Insurance heard about MAX Insurance’s Mutual Aid Ministries Agent Community Grant program, he immediately thought of Swedeborg School’s backpack program to be the grant recipient.  The backpack program provides over 60 children with kid friendly, nutritious food each week, so they can have meals to eat at home when needed.

“The backpack program has a wonderful reputation of caring and teaching of their students.  Giving back to help the children in our community is important to our agency,” Steve said. “We are pleased to partner with MAX and its community grant program to make this gift possible.”

S&R Insurance is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance® in St. Robert and surrounding areas.  MAX Insurance®, based in Overland Park, KS, is a unique fair, faithful and socially responsible insurance enterprise.  Founded on religious principles, the company’s mission is to restore wholeness to communities and individuals in need.  It lives out its mission through a variety of quality, fairly-priced insurance products, outstanding personalized customer service and its unique Mutual Aid Ministries program.

“MAX is more than an insurance company.  We truly care beyond the contract,” said David Wine, President and Chief Executive Officer.  “That’s why we are excited to partner with S&R Insurance and help support Swedeborg School’s backpack program in their community.”

For more information:

S&R Insurance
Steve Rees
360 Old Route 66, Suite 1
St. Robert, MO 65584
Email agent@srinsurancellc.com
Phone (573) 336-7732
Website www.srinsurancellc.com

MAX Insurance® and Mutual Aid Ministries, visit www.MAXInsurance.com.

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Fire Pit and Campfire Safety Tips

By Stephanie McLain, Claims Adjuster

Fire pits are wonderful inexpensive additions to any yard. They can be an outdoor getaway after a long day, or the centerpiece of a social event. Installing a new fire pit, whether it’s portable or permanent, can instantly boost the appeal of spending time in your yard without breaking the bank. If you’ve decided a fire pit is all your house is missing, be sure to review the following tips from Mother Earth News for safe installation.

Always make sure the fire pit is at least 10 feet away from any structure or neighboring yard. If you can, 25 feet is preferable. Be aware of what’s above the fire pit. Do not place it under a covered porch or low hanging tree branches. Always place it on a non-flammable surface such as patio blocks or concrete. If you have dug out or cleared a spot where it can be sat on dirt, this is also an option. Never place on your wooden deck or directly on grass.

Similarly to camp fires, you need to clear a firebreak. A break is the surrounding area that has been cleared of all flammable materials. A suggested break is 5 feet in all directions from the fire pit or campfire. This allows for any embers or logs that may fall or pop out of the fire to land on the ground without a heightened risk of uncontrolled fire. You can also pile dirt or rocks around the pit to help prevent ground fire from escaping.

A few fire pit/campfire rules to abide by:

  • Never leave a fire pit unattended.
  • Never leave children or pets unattended with the fire.
  • Consider a wire mesh cover to keep embers contained and to keep children and pets safe from falling in.
  • Limit the amount you burn. Add just enough to keep the fire going gently.
  • Don’t put garbage or paper products into the fire. They can easily spark and throw off embers or burning remnants.
  • Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothes while tending to the fire.
  • Avoid burning soft woods like pine or cedar as they tend to pop and throw sparks.

Be aware that even if you follow all of these suggestions, accidents can still happen so be sure to have a water source nearby for emergencies.

When you’re ready to extinguish the fire add water and stir the ashes with a shovel or stick. Dispose of the ashes in a safe manner; keep a metal can that is used solely for ash storage. Even after 2 or 3 days, ashes can still be hot enough to cause a fire.

By doing your best to adhere to these guidelines, you can safely enjoy your fire pit all year round.

Source:  https://www.motherearthnews.com/nature-and-environment/5-fire-pit-safety-tips-zbcz1504

Stephanie McLain

Tech enthusiast (not pro), photographer hobbyist, boy mom, animal lover, and Insurance Adjuster

When Stephanie isn’t at work she’s trying new things from food, tech, games, hair colors, etc. Stephanie and her husband of 2 years live with their 2 boys, 1 fostered cousin, 2 dogs, 1 snake, and 1 fostered bearded dragon. Her goals are to experience the best life has to offer. They like to explore as a family everything from the outdoors, new towns, new games, or even new concepts or ideas for the house.

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$20K Charity Giveaway – Check Presentation to Together We Rise

The MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”) team continues its celebration of reaching our 20,000 members milestone.  The number 20,000 is special to MAX because it represents the continued strong growth of MAX and our ability to live out our vision of creating and sustaining wholeness for property, lives and communities.

In celebrating this great milestone, we held a $20K Charity Giveaway.  Three charities were selected – Feeding America, Mennonite Disaster Service and Together We Rise - and over a period of two weeks, votes were cast online. The charity with the most votes and recipient of $20,000 was....Together We Rise.

Last week, Drew Thomas, Director of Development, from Together We Rise came to MAX’s home office in Overland Park, Kansas for a check presentation.

Thanks to everyone who voted and thanks to each of our MAX members for choosing MAX for your home and farm insurance needs.  We are excited to celebrate this 20,000 milestone with you!

Photo:  David Wine, President & CEO; Karen Morrone, Marketing & Communications Manager and Mutual Aid Ministries Advisory Team Member; Drew Thomas, Director of Development of Together We Rise; Kim Bronder, Sales & Service Center Manager and Mutual Aid Ministries Executive Director.

About Together We Rise

Together We Rise is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization comprised of motivated young adults and former foster youth. Their vision is to improve the lives of children in foster care, who often find themselves forgotten and neglected by the public. They collaborate with individuals, companies, and community partners to bring resources to foster youth throughout the U.S. and use service-learning activities to educate volunteers on issues surrounding the foster care system.

 

About MutualAid eXchange
MutualAid eXchange (MAX) is a unique, member-owned property and casualty insurance enterprise that offers a full range of competitively priced homeowners, farm, renters and related forms of insurance. MAX was founded on the principles of fairness, faithfulness and social responsibility.

One thing that makes MAX special is that it devotes a portion of its revenues to Mutual Aid Ministries, a program it operates which gives emergency financial help to people facing desperate circumstances and to programs in the communities it serves. The company also follows socially responsible business practices including volunteerism by employees, cooperative ownership, sustainability and life-work balance.

Summer Home Improvement

By Stephanie McLain

At any point in time this past winter, did you notice some issues with your home? Maybe you noticed how drafty that window is, or you realized your gate is a little wobbly. Now that the weather has finally taken a turn for the better, you have the opportunity to get things fixed up.

Claims in the winter can be costly, partially because there is potential for more damage, and because prices are higher for service calls that involve higher risk. Ice, snow, freezing temperatures, these are all factors that play into the danger of a claim. Not to mention, winter claims take longer as they are difficult to resolve when the weather won’t cooperate. You can’t assess a roof that’s covered in ice. By making routine updates to your home during the warmer months, you can help prevent costly issues during winter.

Here are few items to consider upgrading or reinforcing:

  • Correct cracked concrete
  • Initiate inspections
  • Invest in new windows
  • Drain your water heater
  • Re-stain the deck and/or fence

Not only do these options make your house look nice, but they help lessen claim risks.

Don’t spend another winter thinking up things you should have fixed when you had the chance. Instead, spend it cozy in your home protected from the elements, with the security in knowing you’ve already got everything covered.

About Stephanie

Tech enthusiast (not pro), photographer hobbyist, boy mom, animal lover, and Insurance Adjuster

When Stephanie isn’t at work she’s trying new things from food, tech, games, hair colors, etc. Stephanie and her husband of 2 years live with their 2 boys, 1 fostered cousin, 2 dogs, 1 snake, and 1 fostered bearded dragon. Her goals are to experience the best life has to offer. They like to explore as a family everything from the outdoors, new towns, new games, or even new concepts or ideas for the house.

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Ligouri Insurance and MAX Insurance® Provide Grants to two American Legion Posts

(DES MOINES, IA) – Two grants from Ligouri Insurance and their partner, MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”) Insurance will help two American Legion posts around town:  American Legion Riders Post 232 and American Legion Auxiliary Post 659.

Gennaro Ligouri heads Ligouri Insurance.  He and Amanda Fusaro, agent at Ligouri Insurance, immediately thought of the American Legion posts after learning about the MAX Agent Community Grant Program.  “Both Legion posts give back to the veterans in Polk County,” Ligouri said.  “Food, housing, and clothing are basic needs that the Legion posts provide to our veterans.  I am on the executive board of Post 659 and Amanda is a member and rider in Post 232.  Our agency is pleased to partner with MAX Insurance® and its community grant program to make these gifts possible.”

Ligouri Insurance is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance® in Des Moines and surrounding areas.  MAX Insurance®, based in Overland Park, KS, is a unique fair, faithful and socially responsible insurance enterprise.  Founded on religious principles, the company’s mission is to restore wholeness to communities and individuals in need.  It lives out its mission through a variety of quality, fairly-priced insurance products, outstanding personalized customer service and its unique Mutual Aid Ministries program.

“MAX is more than an insurance company.  We truly care beyond the contract,” said David Wine, President and Chief Executive Officer.  “That’s why we are excited to partner with Ligouri Insurance and help support the American Legion posts in their community.”

For more information:

Ligouri Insurance
Gennaro Ligouri
4320 ½ SW 9th Street
Des Moines, IA 50315
email  glbulldog@aol.com
phone (515) 285-0370
website www.ligouri-insurance.com

MAX Insurance® and Mutual Aid Ministries, visit www.MAXInsurance.com.

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