WELLINGTON COUNTY – Brown Insurance Brokers has been presented with the Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) Cornerstone Award for 2021.
The Cornerstone Award, which recognizes businesses, organizations or individuals who have been outstanding supporters of CSGW, was shared with the business, which has offices in Minto and Mapleton, during Crime Stoppers Month. This is an annual award presented each January and is selected by the CSGW board of directors.
As a not for profit, charitable organization, CSGW relies on fundraisers, donations, and support from members of the public as well as community-minded organizations.
“In this regard, Brown Insurance has been a reliable, dedicated and long-term supporter of CSGW,” officials state in a Jan. 31 press release.
The Brown Insurance Brokers started contributing to CSGW in November of 1993. As of November 2021, their contributions have totaled $32,233.
“These are funds that went directly into supporting the local Crime Stoppers program and made a tangible impact to the effectiveness of the organization,” CSGW officials state.
“The board would like to express our sincere gratitude to Brown Insurance Brokers, as their support over these many years has really helped us be as successful as we have been. Without the support of local businesses like Brown Insurance Brokers, we would not be able to operate,” said CSGW board chair Deryck West. “On behalf of the board once again I would like to thank them for the support and congratulate them on be name our Cornerstone award winner for 2021,” West added.
The sentiment was echoed by CSGW program coordinator Sarah Bowers-Peter.
“Support from community-minded businesses such as Brown Insurance is what literally keeps this program operating,” said Bowers-Peter. “Without this kind of support, we would not have the success and effectiveness within the community.”
“Brown Insurance is very proud to accept this award,” said Brown Insurance office manager Holly Grotenhuis. “We are happy to partner with and help organizations such as Crime Stoppers. We are grateful for all of the hard work that they do to keep our community safe. This is truly an honour to be recognized.”
If you are interested in learning more about CSGW, visit www.csgw.tips. To provide an anonymous tip on criminal activity, go to www.csgw.tips or call 1-800-222-TIPS.
