Nationwide Insurance and National Council of Negro Women, Inc. announce business alliance

Business relationship offers potential savings to NCNW members

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 11, 2010

Contacts:
National Council of Negro Women
Dr. Thelma Daley     202.383.9159
TDaley@NCNW.org

Nationwide Insurance
Gayle Saunders         614.203.4772
saundee4@nationwide.com

Washington, DC — Today, the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and Nationwide Insurance announce a joint agreement outlining a partnership between the insurance company and the association. This agreement will offer members of the NCNW potential savings on their auto insurance needs.

“The National Council of Negro Women is one of the largest and oldest African-American female institutions in our country, said Dr. Thelma Daley, senior advisor to the National Council of Negro Women. “Our focus is about providing women with resources, tools and services that benefit them long-term. We see this alliance with Nationwide Insurance as a way to offer additional benefits to our members,” she added.

In addition to Nationwide’s acclaimed customer service, members of the NCNW may be eligible for savings on their auto insurance through Nationwide.

“When you consider the history and impact this organization continues to have on women and their families, it makes us so very proud and honored to be able to offer our services to this historic organization,” said Kathryne Reeves, vice president, Nationwide Insurance. “As we continue to forge a strong alliance, Nationwide commits to providing exceptional and personalized customer service to the National Council of Negro Women and its membership. We are pleased to be able to help them with their insurance needs.”

About the National Council of Negro Women, Inc.
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) is a nonprofit membership organization founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune, a child of slave parents, distinguished educator and government consultant. With a mission to lead, develop and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities, NCNW addresses issues of human welfare and rights through public education, community service and advocacy. NCNW reaches nearly 4 million women through 39 national affiliate organizations.

About Nationwide
Nationwide, based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the U.S. and is rated A+ by A.M. Best. The company provides a full range of personalized insurance and financial services, including auto insurance, motorcycle, boat, homeowners, life insurance, farm, commercial insurance, administrative services, annuities, mortgages, mutual funds, pensions, long-term savings plans and health and productivity services. For more information, visit www.nationwide.com.

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