Metro Atlanta’s insurance professionals have rallied together for the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s first-ever Food Actually fundraising competition, raising funds to provide 30,540 meals for individuals and families facing food insecurity. This two-week initiative brought together members of the insurance industry for a friendly yet impactful competition. Through their participation, local professionals have made a significant contribution to the fight against hunger, with all proceeds supporting the Food Bank and its network of nonprofit partners across the community.

“Throughout the year, area professionals across industries join us in our fight to end hunger through friendly and impactful fundraising initiatives. We are delighted to welcome insurance professionals to our cause, with a new fundraiser dedicated to their industry, and applaud all of this year’s participants for their efforts,” said Kyle Waide, President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. “We are grateful for our community and for partners that actively champion our mission. Every contribution – time, funds, or resources – helps us make a tangible difference in Atlanta and beyond. Thanks to the generosity and dedication of our supporters, we’re able to continue expanding our critical programs and reach more people in need.”

Food Actually was open to insurance companies, national, regional, and local brokers, agents, and support services. Teams competed to earn as many points as possible, with each dollar donated counting as a point. Bonus points were awarded for activities such as volunteering at the Food Bank, sharing event details on social media, early registration, and recruiting new teams. Participants were encouraged to gather contributions and volunteer hours on behalf of their team from colleagues, friends, family, and clients.

Gallagher, an insurance, risk management, and business consulting service, earned the Food Actually Grand Prize for raising the most funds per employee. Awards were also given to the following, who made the biggest impacts:

Insurer Category (Large Company): Tokio Marine HCC A&H

Insurance Brokers & Agents Category (Medium Company): The Baldwin Group Southeast

Insurance Services Category: M.D. Hastings Risk Consulting

Food Actually Hero Award: Michael Hastings

For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how you can help, visit https://www.acfb.org.