Texas Nonprofits Awarded $660,000 from Allstate Foundation in 2011

San Antonio Area Organizations See $92,300

Melinda Jackson's giving back pays off!

Nearly 150 organizations throughout Texas, including 14 in the San Antonio area, received grants from the Allstate Foundation in 2011. The Foundation presented $530,000 to organizations statewide supporting three key focus areas:

·         The fight to end domestic violence

·         Promoting teen safe driving

·         Helping to build vital communities

In addition, $130,000 was awarded on behalf of Allstate exclusive agents across the state to the organizations they volunteer with as a part of the Agency Hands in the Community program.

“The very fabric of Allstate consists of people who care about their local community,” said Phil Lawson, Allstate Field Vice President for the Texas Region. “The Allstate Foundation is a powerful way for agents and employees to get involved with their local nonprofits and partner with them in making their communities stronger and safer places.”

Through the Agency Hands in the Community grant program, Allstate agents are recognized for outstanding commitment to community service with a $1,000 donation to the charitable organizations where they volunteer. To qualify for sponsoring the grant, agents must show evidence of volunteer work that has had a positive impact on the local community.

San Antonio Area Organizations Awarded Grants

• $79,300 to Bexar County Family Justice Center: This is the second year Allstate has partnered with BCFJC to help provide economic empowerment education and support for area domestic violence victims

$1,000 Grants Awarded on Behalf of Allstate Agents Recognized for their Volunteerism:   

• Ben Macias – Samba  Vida
• Clarence Franke – Alamo City Storm Soccer Club
• David Massey – San Antonio Independent Living Services
• Greg Drott – San Antonio Golf Association
• James Boren – Down Syndrome Association of San Antonio
• Jon Patel – Gujarati Samaj of San Antonio
• Kam Smeby – Leon Springs Business Association
• Melinda Jackson – Sistas In Business
• Rosie Sierra – Juvenile Outreach and Vocational Educational Network
• Roman Garcia – Action United for Entertainers and Diverse Artist
• Homer Guerrero – Centro Cultural Hispano De San Marcos
• Christopher Hill – Hydro Angels Over Texas (New Braunfels)
• John Moore – Light Shine Ministries (New Braunfels)

About The Allstate Foundation

Established in 1952, The Allstate Foundation is an independent, charitable organization made possible by subsidiaries of The Allstate Corporation (NYSE ALL). Through partnerships with nonprofit organizations across the country, The Allstate Foundation brings the relationships, reputation and resources of Allstate to support innovative and lasting solutions that enhance people’s well-being and prosperity.  With a focus on teen safe driving and building financial independence for domestic violence survivors, The Allstate Foundation also promotes safe and vital communities; tolerance, inclusion, and diversity; and economic empowerment. For more information, visit allstate.com/foundation.