Insurance Center of Cuba and MAX Insurance Provide Funds for School Equipment

(CUBA, MO) – Students at Holy Cross Catholic School now have access to some of the latest computer and video technology thanks to a grant from Insurance Center of Cuba and their partner, MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”) Insurance.

“The new projectors, computer and other equipment will allow students to have updated technology in their classrooms”, said Ashley Copeland of Insurance Center of Cuba.  “In today’s high-tech environment, students and teachers need access to the best technology possible to train our children for good jobs in the future,” she said. “We are pleased to partner with MAX insurance and its community grant program to make this gift possible.”

Insurance Center of Cuba is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance in Cuba 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 non-profit Mutual Aid Ministries (MAM) 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 Insurance Center of Cuba on this important project.”

For more information:

Ashley Copeland, Insurance Center of Cuba
503 West Washington
Cuba, MO  65453
Ashley@insurancecenterofcuba.com
573-885-7019

MAX Insurance, www.MAXInsurance.com.

Photo:  Ashley Copeland, Insurance Center of Cuba, Mrs. Osentoski and Mrs. Barreca from Holy Cross Catholic School

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Appliance Breakdown: Hot Water Heaters

Hot water heaters can crack and leak due to sediment buildup within the unit.

So, what does this mean? 
Just like any other appliance or area in your home, hot water heaters need to be cleaned. Over time particles and minerals within your water will settle and begin to buildup around the interior of the unit. This buildup can also coat the heating element, which can lead to corrosion. Drain your water heater once a year to clean the interior and remove particle buildup. This will decrease sediment buildup and prevent cracks and leaks. It can also improve the performance of your unit, saving you money to operate the unit.

What happens if your hot water heater has a breakdown? At MAX, homeowners and farmowners policies have Equipment Breakdown coverage available.  Talk to your MAX agent or contact us for more information to add this valuable coverage to your policy.

Source:  Mutual BoilerRe

Photo by Tom Feary

MAX Mindfulness: Awareness While Driving

By Dave Wine, President & CEO

We hear a lot about the causes of accidents while driving.  And while intoxication, medications, lack of sleep, mobile phones, etc. are all very large reasons for accidents, the greatest reason of all, and it ties in to the others, is lack of attention.  Or, we could say, lack of mindfulness.  So, since we all drive a lot, here’s a few things you could do to increase your own awareness while driving:

  • As you get into your car, take three deep breaths and say to yourself, “now, I am driving”.  And you can strengthen your mindful life by doing the same thing when you arrive at your destination – another three deep breaths and an affirmation of what you are going to do now.
  • Do the same breathing at any stop sign or stop light and look around and center on where you are.  Oftentimes I have driven someplace and don’t even remember the route I took – kind of frightening!
  • You can literally bless other drivers wishing them wellness and happiness.  Remember as we do it to others, we do it to ourselves.  I have found my bad moods (to say nothing of my driving safety) to be vastly improved when I do this.  When I am at my best, I also try and smile at other driver’s impatience and wish them well.  And that improves my own health rather than ‘competing’ with other drivers or letting them irritate me.
  • Look around and concentrate on what is happening, what you are seeing, what is going by you.  That develops awareness.  Just noticing is a powerful way to increase our brain’s attentiveness and literally transforms the neurons.

Many times it is easy to tell ourselves ‘we don’t have time’ to practice awareness and mindfulness.   Most of us drive to and from work and even those of us who work from home drive many miles in a normal week.  Not only do we increase our (and others’) safety by practicing in the car, we can change our brains!

Dave WineDavid Wine

David is the President and CEO of the MAX enterprise, having served in that capacity since its formation in 2001.   He has forty plus years of  leadership experience in the business and faith-based worlds, being an ordained minister, having been elected to the highest position in his denomination,  and receiving numerous awards and recognition for his leadership in the insurance industry. He currently serves on numerous boards in the church and insurance sectors.  His hobbies include hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing as well as being an avid reader.  David and his wife, Sharon, have three daughters, a son, and four grandchildren.

Van Buren Community Sports Association Receives Improvement Grant from Tabler Agency

PlaygroundVan Buren area youth have recently seen some improvements to their park thanks to a generous grant from Tabler Agency and its partner insurance supplier, MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”).

The grant helped the Van Buren Community Sport Association complete the mulch at the new playground, and will help install safety fencing between the fields and a parking lot, and make other needed improvements.  The VBCSA is a private, non-profit organization that receives no public funding.  The organization raises all its own money through gifts, grants and concession sales.

“VBCSA provides a great service for our children and families,” Michael Tabler said.  “Our kids learn sportsmanship, teamwork, physical fitness and other skills that will help them throughout their lives.  I’m proud to make this gift on behalf of Tabler Agency and MAX.”

MutualAid eXchange Insurance is a fair, faithful and socially responsible provider of home, auto, business and related insurance.  The company’s Mutual Aid Ministries program offers Community Grants to its network of independent agencies to support worthwhile programs.

“We are pleased to support the Tabler Agency as it improves the VBCSA sports fields,” said David Wine, President and CEO of MAX Insurance.  “We are sure these funds will be used in a meaningful way.”

For more about Tabler Agency, contact Michael Tabler, 123 South Main Street, Findlay, OH 45840.  Phone:  419-425-1414.  Email:  mike@tablerins.com.

More about MAX Insurance:  Address:  2400 College Boulevard, Suite 250, Overland Park, KS  66211.  Phone:  877-971-6300.  Website:  www.MAXInsurance.com or www.MutualAidMinistries.com.  Email:  bmusgrave@maxinsurance.com.

Photo:  Jeff Rampe, president of the Van Buren Community Sports Association with Mike Tabler of Tabler Insurance Agency

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Jobes Insurance Partners with MAX Insurance to Fund 4H Hog Show at Knox County Fair

Mount Vernon, OH – The Jobes Insurance Agency of Mount Vernon has been a long-time supporter of 4H and the Knox County Fair.  This year, Jobes partnered with one of their insurance carriers – MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”) – to support the Hog Show.

With a grant from MAX and their own contribution, Jobes covered the costs of the Hog Show including the judges, ribbons, trophies, the clean pen award and the purchase of several animals.

“We hope this demonstrates to the young people and their families that we appreciate how hard they work and the value of their contributions to the community,” said Ashley Jobes, principal of the agency.  “We strongly believe that 4H and the Knox County Fair are significant contributors to our high quality of life in this region.”

MAX Insurance of 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 non-profit Mutual Aid Ministries (“MAM”) 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 Jobes Insurance on this important project.  We think that’s the way insurance should be.”

Jobes Insurance Agency
Ashley Jobes
444 Columbus Road Ste. E
Mount Vernon, OH  43050
jobesinsurance@gmail.com
740-397-2333

MAX Insurance and Mutual Aid Ministries
www.MAXInsurance.com

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