Community organizations are invited to apply for the first cycle of grants in 2019 from the American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation beginning today, Feb. 18. Interested organizations can find details on the application process and our grant priority areas by visiting the Community Investment sections of the American Family Insurance Newsroom or the Making a Difference section on the company’s website. One organization’s story: LaunchCode helps build in-demand workforceOne of the organizations benefiting from a Dreams Foundation grant is LaunchCode, founded in 2013 by Jim McKelvey in his hometown of St. Louis. McKelvey had difficulty finding a local, skilled workforce for his new technology company, Square, which meant he had to find talent in another state. But he was committed to finding a way to connect the city’s unemployment rate with its shortage of tech talent – and LaunchCode was born. Since then LaunchCode has been building a skilled workforce and changing lives by creating pathways for driven people seeking careers in technology. They help jobseekers from all walks of life by providing accessible education and training, free of charge, and paid apprenticeship job placement. This, in turn, provides companies with the talent they need to meet a growing demand and fill a widening workforce gap. LaunchCode has since expanded to locations in Kansas City, Miami and Tampa. LaunchCode serves a diverse client base and seeks to provide help to those who need it most, such as low- and moderate-income individuals who may not have the resources for a traditional education path. LaunchCode offers several educational and training programs, which lead to placement in apprenticeships that provide not only valuable experience, but pay and benefits. A large majority move on to rewarding careers in high-demand fields. In fact, four out of five LaunchCode program participants who complete apprenticeships convert to permanent employees. LaunchCode’s CoderGirl – preparing women for promising technology careersCoderGirl is one of the most popular programs offered by LaunchCode. The Dreams Foundation awarded a grant to LaunchCode to support CoderGirl in 2019. Since women are under-represented in technology careers, CoderGirl offers a safe working space, exclusively for women, who take part in a year-long program that includes a challenging curriculum and apprenticeships. As part of the program, participants learn a series of coding languages, have assigned mentors and receive individualized attention. They also develop their own coding projects for a personal passion, or even a current employer. More than 300 women will go through the popular program in 2019. Meet Lilly A – CoderGirl success storyIn high school, Lilly A. was interested in computer programming and coding. Unfortunately she was discouraged by people who told her, as a woman, she wouldn’t get a job in technology. After working in tech support for a few months, she was laid off due to her lack of formal computer science education. Lilly began to lose hope in a tech career after being turned down by multiple companies. “I was convinced because I didn’t have a college degree, I’d never achieve my goals," she said. After a few months of being unemployed, it became even more difficult for Lilly to get interviews. So she began filling time by participating in several hobbies and studying to improve her coding skills. However, this all changed when Lilly enrolled in LaunchCode's CoderGirl Program in 2016. "CoderGirl is what helped me the most," she said. "The mentors were always willing to help me when I had questions about projects that I was working on. The greatest thing I gained was self-confidence. Because of LaunchCode and CoderGirl, I learned that I wasn’t just a hobbyist programmer. I could actually use my skills in the real world." Today, Lilly is working as a software developer for The Phoenix Group, a job which she landed through LaunchCode's Apprenticeship program and has helped her double her family's household income. "LaunchCode has not only given me back my career, but they have also given me back myself," Lilly said. "With their help, I was able to pull myself out of what seemed like an endless downward spiral. I will never again allow my lack of formal education to keep me from being successful. I have LaunchCode to thank for that and I am eternally grateful." Dreams Foundation’s impactJeff Mazur, LaunchCode executive director, said LaunchCode is honored the American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation committed to a grant in support of the CoderGirl Program. “CoderGirl's mission is twofold in that it provides pathways to family-sustaining wages for women of all backgrounds and also helps fill our region's tech talent gap by matching CoderGirls directly to companies experiencing a talent shortage,” said Mazur. “We're thrilled the Dreams Foundation has chosen to support this mission and provide equitable opportunities to women entering the tech workforce." American Family Insurance and its Dreams Foundation continue to have a significant impact in communities across the nation. Since 2016, the American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation and American Family Insurance have committed $8.9 million through more than 500 grants across its operating territory. # # #
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Atlanta United, 2018 Major League Soccer Champions, unveiled its primary "Stars and Stripes" kit for the club's upcoming 2019 season, at an event in Atlanta Feb. 15. American Family Insurance is the kit sponsor. The Star & Stripes kit is described as "full of Atlanta swagger, equal parts grit and flash, both timeless and contemporary. It symbolizes our story – where the spike unites us, the stripes define us, and the New Atlanta is the headliner." Atlanta United partnership began in 2017In 2017, Atlanta United and American Family Insurance announced a multi-year partnership agreement making American Family the Official Insurance Partner of Atlanta United FC. See more info and videos from Atlanta United about the new kit here.
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from https://newsroom.amfam.com/atlanta-united-champions-unveil-2019-kit-sponsored-by-american-family-insurance/ Meet Mareena Robinson Snowden, First Black Woman to Earn PhD in Nuclear Engineering from MIT. Insure carefully, #DreamFearlessly @ http://www.amfam.com from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc34wOinTMY Meet Arielle Williams, from aspiring lawyer to practicing attorney. 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(More photos to come.) “Today we opened our new state-of-the-art Arizona facility, American Family Fields of Phoenix, and we are grateful for the commitment of the City of Phoenix, title sponsor American Family Insurance, the design and construction team and the many stakeholders who came together to make this a reality,” said Brewers Chairman and Principal Owner Mark Attanasio. “We initially developed three significant goals for the complex: to develop a world-class facility for year-round player development and Spring Training, to create a dramatically improved fan experience, and to demonstrate a commitment to investing in the community. With the complex now complete, we believe we have fulfilled this vision.” On November 15, 2017, the Phoenix City Council voted in favor of a plan to renovate the team’s Spring Training complex, formerly known as Maryvale Baseball Park. Four months later on March 20, 2018 – near the completion of Spring Training – the Brewers, along with the city of Phoenix and community partners, broke ground and construction was underway to completely rebuild the facility. The Brewers invested $60-plus million in the construction phase of the program. The city of Phoenix is allocating $2 million each year for the next five years for renovations, and the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority will contribute approximately $5.7 million. In partnership with Grand Canyon University, the Brewers have created a Learning Lounge, an area inside the clubhouse building where local students will have access to free tutoring on nearly every school day from Grand Canyon University students. “Phoenix appreciates the public-private partnerships that help strengthen the community,” Phoenix Mayor Thelda Williams said. “Along with the Brewers’ commitment to manage the city-owned facility and invest in renovations, we’re grateful the Brewers will also invest in the community by supporting year-round youth programs and tutoring.” The project includes a new 106,000 square-foot clubhouse building with locker rooms and vastly improved facilities for all of the baseball operations functions, along with a wide array of fan enhancements from new concessions, retail stores, seating and a Daktronics video board. The complex features a new entry plaza, renovated space for sports science and psychological services, an eight-lane batting tunnel, an agility field, new pitching and catching mounds, a high-performance practice field matching Miller Park’s dimensions, and improvements to each of the seven playing fields. The Brewers oversee the operations and maintenance of the facility, which was designed by HKS and built by Mortenson. International Facilities Group served as the Owner’s Representative. “Mortenson is proud to be a part of this transformative project,” said Ben Goetter, vice president and general manager at Mortenson in Phoenix. “It was inspiring to watch it all come together in just one offseason with nine and a half months of construction. The execution was made possible because of our successful partnerships with the Milwaukee Brewers, HKS, all of our trade partners and dedicated team members. Throughout the fast-paced, complex construction process, our commitment to safety was never compromised.” “Congruent with the culture of excellence and community-connectivity exuded by the Milwaukee Brewers organization, the new Major League and Minor League clubhouses with associated training facilities, the new ticketing and entry plaza and new fan amenities will elevate the overall Spring Training experience,” said Mike Drye, HKS principal. “Simple forms and materials were carefully selected, and the flow for the players, coaches, and executives allows for effective workouts while remaining connected to the outdoors and the fans. The American Family Fields of Phoenix complex will be a source of humble pride and a haven for developing athletes and inspiring fans.” John F. Long, a longtime Valley developer, and his wife, Mary, originally donated 56 acres of land to make the team’s Spring Training complex a reality in 1998. Today, the home plate entry plaza was dedicated in their honor as the John F. and Mary P. Long Plaza. Without the Long family, the land used to develop this area would have never been possible (Maryvale was named after Mary Long). Jacob Long, son of John and Mary Long, was in attendance today for the dedication. Along with the announcement of the facility's official name, American Family today pledged $25,000 from the American Family Insurance Dreams Foundation to local non-profit organization Maryvale Revitalization Corp. The donation was made in consultation with the John F. Long Foundation, established by the Long Family in 1959 to assist local charities, schools and education events, and meet general community needs. “We are thrilled to have our name connected with this incredible facility as part of our Brewers partnership, while honoring the legacy of John and Mary Long,” said Jim Buchheim, American Family Insurance vice president of communications. “As a major employer in Phoenix and insurance company entrusted by Arizona customers since 1986, we love this community and believe fans will love the experience of coming to American Family Fields of Phoenix.” The Brewers begin Spring Training this week as pitchers and catchers report to camp tomorrow. Position players have a report date of Monday, February 18 and the team will hold its first full workout on Tuesday, February 19. The exhibition schedule consists of 34 games, including the first game at American Family Fields of Phoenix, on Tuesday, February 26 against the San Diego Padres. Spring Training tickets are on sale at Brewers.com, by phone at 1-800-933-7890 or by visiting the Miller Park Box Office or American Family Fields of Phoenix Box Office. # # #
Milwaukee Brewers media contact: Photo credits: Scott Paulus/Milwaukee Brewers # # # About American Family Insurance from https://newsroom.amfam.com/brewers-unveil-new-spring-training-and-development-complex-american-family-fields-of-phoenix/ You insure cars, homes and health to protect yourself from the unexpected. February is Insure Your Love month, a time to remember that although it’s difficult to think about, life insurance is a smart, proactive way to provide financial protection for your loved ones should you pass away. Term Life Insurance is just what it sounds like: A policy that remains in effect for a specific term or length of time. American Family Life Insurance Company offers several life insurance options, and recently introduced DreamSecure Term life insurance, which includes a 15-year level term option. Consider Tia’s* story below, and the choices available to her through American Family Life Insurance Company: What life insurance option is best for Tia?Tia is 40 years old, recently divorced and has a 12-year old son in middle school. She doesn’t have savings for her son’s future college expenses, but she is trying to start saving. Tia’s house will be paid off in 15 years and her son will be out of college and on his own. Tia needs a life insurance policy that meets her current needs and fits into her – currently tight – budget. American Family Life Insurance Company’s DreamSecure Term life insurance includes a new 15-year level term option – which is just what Tia needs. DreamSecure Term life insurance, which also includes 10-, 20- and 30-year duration options – is designed to meet the specific needs of a variety of customers. What are the benefits of Term Life Insurance?
American Family Life Insurance Company offers two choices for term life insurance coverage:
Both policies can be customized by adding the Premium Waiver for Disability Benefit Rider and have the option to convert the term policy to a whole life or universal life insurance policy. If done during a specific period, this can be accomplished without answering additional medical questions or undergoing a medical exam. In addition, the Children’s Insurance Rider is an additional coverage option available for the DreamSecure Term Life Insurance policy. With either of American Family Life Insurance Company’s new DreamSecure Term life insurance products, you have the opportunity to take the next step in protecting your family’s financial future if you were to pass away. Insure Your Love month in February is a great time to think about life insurance and the many products available to meet different needs. Contact a local American Family Insurance agent to learn more. # # #
* Tia is a fictional, prospective customer created to show how the DreamSecure Term products can fit into the lives of American Family customers. from https://newsroom.amfam.com/help-protect-the-ones-you-love-with-dreamsecure-term-life-insurance/ “This Sacrifice,” the new TV ad that debuts today, shows the hard work and sacrifices people make as they strive to attain their life aspirations and dreams - a woman changing the oil in her car; a man sewing the hem of his pants; a father putting coins in a large jar as his toddler watches - and how American Family protects achievements like a home, a car, a business. The multi-media campaign includes TV, radio, print, billboards, online video, social media, digital/mobile display and agency owners marketing components. Follow-up to "This Dream"The new TV ad emphasizes themes introduced with the previous campaign, “This Dream." The message conveyed with "This Dream" was that dreams come in all shapes and sizes, American Family protects all kinds of dreams and gives people the freedom to pursue their own dreams. This campaign is built on the insights gathered from consumers about what they’re looking for from their insurance provider. Watch the new :30 second spot here:Creative agency: BBDO New York # # # About American Family Insurance from https://newsroom.amfam.com/american-family-introduces-new-multi-media-marketing-campaign/ At American Family Insurance, we understand what it takes to make your first home, your second home, or your dream home a reality. It’s the same as it takes to protect it. Learn more at http://www.amfam.com/campaign/first-home ----- #DreamFearlessly #Homeowners #Insurance #Home from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ED9l2ond4 At American Family Insurance, we understand what it takes to make your first home, your second home, or your dream home a reality. It’s the same as it takes to protect it. Learn more at http://www.amfam.com/campaign/first-home ----- #DreamFearlessly #Homeowners #Insurance #Home from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU2iv42npJo |
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