WORCESTER, Mass., Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hanover
Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) today announced the results
of its annual employee giving campaign, raising $1.5 million for United Way and other nonprofit
organizations across the country.
More than 3,500 employees, representing 82% of the company's
workforce, took part in the campaign, raising more than
$1 million. In total, the campaign
raised $1.5 million, including a
matching contribution from The Hanover Insurance Group Foundation.
The campaign benefits countless individuals and families in need,
providing support and services through nonprofit organizations
across the country. Throughout 2022, donations will be paid out to
111 United Way chapters and more than 1,500 nonprofits.
The Hanover has held this
annual campaign to solicit pledges for United Way agencies and
nonprofits across the country for more than 70 years. The company's
United Way campaign has one of the highest participation rates in
the world among companies that are part of the United Way's Global
Corporate Leadership program, and has a participation rate five
times the national average.
"Throughout the year, our company and our employees are there
when it matters most, helping our friends and neighbors in need,"
said John C. Roche, president and
chief executive officer at The Hanover. "I am incredibly proud of our
employees, who continue to recognize the important role nonprofits
are playing in our communities, especially during the ongoing
pandemic, and generously stepped up to help support so many
individuals and families in communities across the country."
"We are grateful for the long-time partnership of The Hanover
Insurance Group and its employees, who have supported our
communities with their annual campaign," said Angela F. Williams, president and CEO of United
Way Worldwide. "The employee and corporate participation rates for
The Hanover are certainly
impressive; and it's this generosity that enables community
partners and United Way to continue to provide vital services to
individuals everywhere."
About The Hanover Insurance Group Foundation
The
Hanover Insurance Group Foundation, Inc. is the charitable giving
arm of The Hanover Insurance Group. The foundation's mission is to
enact meaningful and positive change in the lives of underserved
children and youth – and empower the difference makers who support
them. The Hanover Insurance Group Foundation provides program
grants to nonprofit organizations that work collaboratively in
their communities, offering new and innovative programs that
address the barriers preventing children and youth from realizing
their full potential.
About The Hanover
The
Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is the holding company for several
property and casualty insurance companies, which together
constitute one of the largest insurance businesses in the United States. The company provides
exceptional insurance solutions through a select group of
independent agents and brokers. Together with its agent partners,
The Hanover offers standard and
specialized insurance protection for small and mid-sized
businesses, as well as for homes, automobiles, and other personal
items. For more information, please visit hanover.com.
CONTACTS:
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Emily P.
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Abby M.
Clark
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etrevallion@hanover.com
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abclark@hanover.com
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508-855-3263
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508-855-3549
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