Honored for Best Corporate Social Responsibility Program in the Country

NEW YORK, NY – In recognition of the achievements and success of Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company’s corporate philanthropy initiative, Fireman’s Fund Heritage®, the company has been awarded a 2008 American Business Award for Best Corporate Social Responsibility Program in the nation. The announcement was made during an awards ceremony attended by more than 600 business leaders in New York City Thursday night.

In the past four years, Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company has donated more than $18 million to over 1,000 different fire departments across the country. The equipment purchased through thosedonations has saved an untold number of lives. Thousands of firefighters are better equipped to respond to emergencies and a number of local communities are safer because of it.

"We are honored to receive this award," said Mike LaRocco, president and CEO of Fireman's Fund Insurance Company. "Our entire organization, from employees to agents, is committed to helping make local communities safer, and this program does just that."

The American Business Awards, also known as The Stevie® Awards, are one of the top honors in the business world. They recognize the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide.

Founded in 1863 with a mission to support firefighters, Fireman’s Fund continues this mission today through the Fireman’s Fund Heritage program. The initiative is designed to provide needed equipment, training and educational tools to local fire departments. Fireman’s Fund employees, along with independent insurance agencies/brokers that sell Fireman’s Fund products, are able to direct grants to fire departments in their communities.  

About Fireman’s Fund
Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company is a premier property and casualty insurance company providing personal, commercial and specialty insurance products nationwide. Fireman’s Fund is a member of the Allianz Group (NYSE: AZ), one of the world’s largest providers of insurance and other financial services. It is rated 'A+' by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services. Allianz ranks as the most sustainable insurer in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index based on its economic, social and environmental performance. For more information, visit www.firemansfund.com.