Nonprofits Awarded $158,000 from Florida Allstate Agents

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- One hundred thirteen Florida Allstate agency owners received Agency Hands in the Community Awards for their commitment to helping others. With these awards came $1000 grants from The Allstate Foundation to the agents' local non-profits.

"The very fabric of Allstate consists of people who care about their local community," said Kevin Greenwell, an Allstate agent in Fort Myers area. "The Agency Hands in the Community program is a powerful way for agents to get involved with our local nonprofits and partner with them to help make our communities stronger and safer places."

Allstate agents and employees have a proud history of putting their good hands to work in supporting Florida communities, promoting volunteerism and providing financial resources to enable local organizations to help others.

The Allstate Foundation awards more than $1 million every year to nonprofit organizations across the country in honor of dedicated Allstate agency owners who give back. To be eligible for nomination, Allstate agency owners must volunteer with, mentor or lead a nonprofit of their choice.

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 www.allstatefoundation.org.

SOURCE The Allstate Foundation