First Insurance Company of Hawaii’s “First Bowl” Raises $11,000 For Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu
HONOLULU – First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd. (FICOH) employees, agency partners and friends and family raised a total of $11,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu (BBBSH) as part of “First Bowl for Kids’ Sake” at Aiea Bowl on June 18. Culminating several weeks of fundraising by 24 volunteer teams, the private event was hosted by FICOH in advance of BBBSH’s annual bowling fundraiser in August in order to open up participation to more FICOH employees and agency partners.
The fundraiser and friendly bowling tournament brought FICOH employees one step closer to their goal of giving back to Hawaii’s people, charities and nonprofit organizations in 100 ways during 2011. Employees have embarked on this campaign in honor of FICOH’s 100th anniversary and to thank the community for its support over the years.
“It was a true pleasure for First Insurance to host this event in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu,” said Allen Uyeda, First Insurance president and CEO. “Our employees are committed to giving back to the community. Hosting our very own ‘First Bowl for Kids’ Sake’ was a great opportunity for us to support an organization that has such a clear and beneficial impact on the lives of Hawaii’s youth.”
BBBSH’s mission is to help children reach their potential through one-to-one relationships with mentors. Since 1963, thousands of BBBSH volunteers have worked with Hawaii’s youth, providing them with support and encouragement.
Founded on August 11, 1911, FICO is the oldest and largest property and casualty insurer domiciled in Hawaii, with assets of $616.8 million, liabilities of $365.4 million and policyholders’ surplus of $251.4 million at March 31, 2011. First Insurance enjoys an “A” (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best Co., whose ratings are widely recognized as a benchmark of an insurer’s financial strength. First Insurance has also been named to the Ward’s 50 list that recognizes the nation’s top 50 property and casualty insurance companies. Proud of its broadly experienced, service-oriented staff, First Insurance employs more than 300 insurance professionals and distributes its products through 28 independent general agencies. It has claims personnel on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island. First Insurance is jointly owned by CNA Financial Corporation and Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Company Ltd.
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