Heffernan Insurance Brokers, Heffernan Foundation and BlackFinn American Grille Sponsor June 21 “Gone Fishin’ Happy Hour Fund Raiser” for Willows Way

June 7, 2013 (St. Louis) – Heffernan Insurance Brokers, one of the largest full-service, independent insurance brokerage firms in the United States with an office located in St Louis, the Heffernan Foundation, and BlackFinn American Grille will sponsor the Willows Way June 21 “Gone Fishin’ Happy Hour Fund Raiser” held from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. at BlackFinn American Grille located at the Saint Louis Galleria. Williows Way is a not-for-profit organization based in St. Charles, Mo., that provides personalized support to individuals with challenges, promoting dignity while fostering independence, growth and life choices within the community. The “Gone Fishin’ Happy Hour” is to recognize and thank Steve Brennell, Willows Way executive director, who is retiring after 15 years of service to the organization, and a total of 36 years of professional service to people with developmental disabilities. At the event, guest will be able to nibble on free appetizers and participate in a 50 / 50 raffle and silent auction baskets. A cash bar will be provided. Admission is free but an RSVP is requested. Please RSVP by June 20 to Kim Lenz by calling 636.757.0519 or sending an email to KimL@WillowsWay.org. About Heffernan Insurance Brokers Heffernan Insurance Brokers, formed in 1988, is one of the largest independent insurance brokerage firms in the United States. Heffernan provides insurance and financial services products to a range of businesses and individuals. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, Calif., Heffernan has offices in San Francisco, Petaluma, Menlo Park, Los Angeles and Orange County, Calif.; Portland, OR; St. Louis, MO and New York, NY. Heffernan offers a full line of property, liability, group medical insurance, personal insurance and financial services. The company provides insurance products and services to individuals, as well as to a diverse group of companies within a variety of industries including construction, manufacturing, property owners, nonprofits, and technology. Employee-owned, Heffernan Insurance Brokers was named the Top Mid-Sized Broker in the United States to Work for in 2009 by Business Insurance Magazine. The firm has been among the Top Greater Bay Area Philanthropists since 2003 by donating more than $2.5 million to local charities. In 2011, Heffernan gave 22% of its profit to charity. For more information, please visit www.heffins.com or call 800.234.6787. License # 0564249