Insurance and Finance Professionals Giving Back

The Greater Chesapeake Foundation is a nonprofit representing insurance and finance industry professionals dedicated to improving the communities where they live and work.

Who We Support

Each year, GCF selects a theme and partners with nonprofit organizations in support of that theme. Our themes have included:

  • Employment Services
  • Shelter
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Health & Wellness
  • Financial Education
  • Children
  • Economic Development

Our Mission

The Greater Chesapeake Foundation is dedicated to empowering the future of our region by focusing on the well-being, growth, and potential of children and their families. Our mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed through our donations of time, talent, and treasure.

GCF’s signature event is the annual Stuff the Train Toy Drive, supporting hospitals, schools, and nonprofits across Maryland with gifts for children. The toys and games that we collect and donate are used throughout the year to celebrate birthdays, acknowledge milestones, support and encourage rehab and recovery, and spread joy and hope during challenging times.

Our History

We have deep roots that trace back to 1939. Originally known as the Baltimore Life Underwriters Charitable Foundation, the focus was on providing orphans with gifts for the holidays. With a vision of creating an endowment so that future generations could continue their dedication to community service, the Board expanded their reach and broadened participation to more segments of the insurance and financial services industry. In 2012, members of six industry associations joined forces and we changed our name to the Greater Chesapeake Charitable Foundation, reflecting this new and broader industry collaboration.

At that time, the GCCF board represented the Maryland Chapters of each of these associations:

  • CPCU – Maryland CPCU Society Chapter
  • FPA – Financial Planning Association
  • MAHU – Maryland Association of Health Underwriters
  • NAIFA – National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
  • SFSP – Society of Financial Services Professionals
  • WIFS – Women in Insurance and Financial Services

While the status of each of these industry associations may have changed over the years, the Greater Chesapeake Foundation (our current name) remains focused on supporting the communities where we live and work.

Our Goals

  • Give our time and/or money to various nonprofit organizations whose efforts are in alignment with our mission.
  • Encourage community involvement and instill the spirit of volunteerism by the of the insurance and financial services industry.
  • Ensure the continuity of the charitable programs of the Greater Chesapeake Foundation.
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