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Naugatuck Insurance Agent Helps Lead to $1,000 Donation to Cheshire Community Food Pantry

David Drescher, who works for Ion Insurance Agency of Naugatuck, won the volunteer award.

David Drescher received The Allstate Foundation’s Agency Hands in the Community grant award for his commitment to volunteerism. A $1000 grant was presented to the Cheshire Community Food Pantry.

The grant program recognizes Encompass insurance agents for outstanding community service with a $1,000 donation to a charitable organization. Part of the Allstate group,Encompass is one of the nation’s largest companies to provide protection through independent insurance agencies. To qualify for the grant, agents must show evidence of volunteer work that has had a positive impact on the local community.

David volunteers for the Cheshire Community Food Pantry. The Cheshire Community Food Pantry (CCFP) provides food to Cheshire residents in need. In partnership with interdenominational organizations in Cheshire, the Pantry provides services which improve the quality of life of individuals and families.’

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“We believe that it’s important for businesses to take an active interest in their communities,” said Drescher. “I’m proud to commit my time and resources to the Cheshire Community Food Pantry, and I’m grateful to have The Allstate Foundation’s support for its work.”

About Allstate Foundation

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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 AllstateFoundation.org

About Ion Insurance

Ion Insurance is a 99 year old full-service community insurance agency that was founded in Naugatuck as John M. Sutherland Inc. in 1915. The agency was acquired by Nutmeg Financial Mutual Holding Co., the precursor to Ion Financial MHC, in 2005. Its name was changed to Ion Insurance in the fall of 2013. In September 2014 Ion Insurance acquired the Drescher Agency of Cheshire.

For more information about Ion Insurance, visit ioninsurance.com, call 203.729.5261, or send an email to info@ioninsurance.com.

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