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TAMPA, FL - [December 5, 2024] Today is International Volunteer Day and Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance is highlighting their volunteer time off policy as they commit to being active community members in the Tampa Bay area. Employees at Heritage are given four (4) days of paid volunteer time off specifically designed to encourage the team members to serve their community in new ways. Some of the top local organizations that have partnered with Heritage include the Bullard Family Foundation, the Salvation Army, and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Bullard Family Foundation Founder and Board President Thaddeus Bullard said, "Heritage Insurance is one of our most valued and most vital corporate partners in the Tampa area, helping us inspire, embolden, and shape Hillsborough County students into future leaders and changemakers. Heritage Insurance volunteers are always front and center among our volunteer army, whether we are providing school supplies, hosting events to empower fathers, or providing transformational opportunities that can change the trajectory of a life. It takes many hands to make a difference and we are thankful for the Heritage team for helping us be the change.”

Salvation Army Tampa Area Command - Majors Mark & Rhea Woodcock said, “We are grateful for the way Heritage Insurance has stepped in and stepped up to help us at the Salvation Army in the Tampa Bay region as we strive to meet people where they are. We are a multifaceted organization that is committed to being the hands and feet of the Church and our community providing them with a variety of resources. As we remain committed to reaching more people, we are thankful for new opportunities and channels to grow our efforts and help others.”

Make-A-Wish Southern Florida President and CEO Norm Wedderburn said, “The beauty of what we do at Make-A-Wish is to not only make wishes come true but to see others moved to get involved in the process. It is through these partnerships, like the one we have with Heritage Insurance, that we are able to magnify stories, encourage community activism, and cultivate relationships focused on service to others. The Heritage team has been a reliable part of our Tampa Bay team and we are thankful for the time and effort they give in service to wish children and their families.”

CEO of Heritage Insurance Ernie Garateix said, “One of our top priorities at Heritage is being a dedicated and reliable community partner and we know that starts with a work environment where our leaders exemplify and encourage community involvement. That’s why at Heritage we make sure to give our team four days of volunteer time off with the goal of empowering active involvement in our neighborhoods. Bullard Family Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Salvation Army continue to do tremendous work in the greater Tampa Bay area and they are some of the top organizations that our team dedicates their time to. We are excited to continue these partnerships and further our community footprint in Tampa as a dedicated neighbor. ”