HONOLULU – Continuing their annual tradition of supporting Aloha United Way (AUW), First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) associates donated $24,000 to AUW through e-pledges and fundraising events. The First Insurance Foundation made an additional contribution of $15,000, for a grand total donation to AUW of $39,000.
FICOH associates kicked off their AUW fundraising campaign in August 2023 with an international food fest, which raised more than $2,800 with all proceeds going to Maui United Way. Events during the remainder of the year included a coffee and donut sale and laughter-filled “Pie-A-Friend” fundraiser held outside FICOH’s headquarters, which raised $1,200.
“We’re proud to continue our support of AUW and their partner agencies and the important work they do in our community,” said Todd Takayama, FICOH president and CEO. “For more than three decades, our associates have energized our AUW campaigns through their personal donations, community spirit and teamwork.”
“First Insurance has consistently supported Aloha United Way for more than 30 years, with contributions totaling more than $1.6 million dollars over that time,” said Jenna Richards, AUW business development manager. “Because of the shared commitment of FICOH and other businesses, AUW was able to make an immediate impact in the aftermath of the Maui fires, aiding swift disaster response, creating a fund, managing 211 Helpline calls, and providing emergency financial assistance to more than 7,000 fire survivors.”
About First Insurance Company of Hawaii
Founded in 1911, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd. is the oldest and largest property and casualty insurer domiciled in Hawaii, with assets of $699.1 million, liabilities of $430.4 million, and policyholders’ surplus of $268.7 million as of December 31, 2022.
First Insurance, a member of the Tokio Marine North America (TMNA) group of companies, enjoys an “A+” rating from A.M. Best Co. Proud of its broadly experienced, service-oriented staff, First Insurance employs more than 250 insurance professionals and distributes its products through 26 independent general agencies. First Insurance was awarded the American Heart Association’s Workplace Health Gold Achievement for 2022. In 2023, First Insurance was named one of Hawaii’s Best Places to Work in the "large company" category by Hawaii Business magazine.
First Insurance supports many local organizations through monetary donations made at the corporate level, by its associates and the First Insurance Foundation. Its charitable giving focuses on four areas: 1) family, social services and health care; 2) education and career development; 3) environment and sustainability; and 4) civic, culture and the arts.
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About Aloha United Way
Aloha United Way was originally established by Frank C. Atherton as the United Welfare Fund, under the Chamber of Commerce, in 1919 to create a more efficient way of distributing charitable giving. As Hawaii has changed and evolved over the last 100 years, so has AUW’s mission and work. Aloha United Way brings resources, organizations, and people together to advance the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community. For more information, visit auw.org