Money raised will provide grants for non-profit organizations in the community 

CARMEL, IND. – The MJ Companies, a leading business and financial services firm for more than 60 years, hosted its fourth annual golf outing fundraiser Monday on behalf of its nonprofit arm, the MJ Foundation. ‘Putting for a Purpose’ was held at Hawthorns Golf and Country Club in Fishers and brought together more than 130 industry partners, associates and friends to raise over $150,000.  

The primary objective of the MJ Foundation is to make a positive impact on local communities. To this end, the MJ Foundation will allocate funds raised to award grants to local organizations that align with the four cornerstones of its mission: overcoming poverty, advancing education, fostering diversity, and embracing humanity.   

“Our annual golf outing is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when people come together around a shared purpose,” said Michael H. Bill, CEO of The MJ Companies and Founder of the MJ Foundation. “There are so many nonprofits doing vital work for those in need, and thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, employees and participants, we’re able to continue expanding our impact and investing in organizations that make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.” 

In 2025, the MJ Foundation donated more than $307,000 to local community organizations in the states MJ has a physical presence in: Indiana, Colorado, Tennessee, and Arizona. The Foundation supported more than 66 organizations across these four states and MJ associates collectively volunteered 2,400 hours of their time. 

The MJ Foundation will begin accepting applications in its fourth grant cycle this month, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to supporting local communities where it operates. The grant application is invite-only and open to nonprofits where MJ associates volunteer their time. An essential pillar of the Foundation is its commitment to championing organizations and causes that hold a special place for those who contribute significantly to MJ.  

“We’re incredibly grateful for the continued support of everyone who made this year’s event such a success,” said Britni Shrout, Chief Marketing Officer at The MJ Companies and Executive Director of the MJ Foundation. “The annual golf outing is more than a fun day on the course – it’s an opportunity to support organizations that are creating meaningful change. Seeing our community and partners rally behind our mission year after year is both inspiring and a testament to the collective impact we can make together.” 

Generous sponsors of the event included New York Life, Amwins Self-Funded, CWG, Delta Dental, Symetra, TrueScripts, Amerisure, Travelers, Westfield Insurance, Anthem, HealthJoy, ReSource Pro, Paylocity, Nationwide, Marathon Health, Ryan Turner Specialty, and UnitedHealthcare. 

Learn more about the MJ Foundation through the organization’s Annual Impact Report. 

ABOUT THE MJ COMPANIES  

Indianapolis-based The MJ Companies, one of the largest privately held agencies in America, exists to inspire the success, fulfillment, and wellbeing of each person it serves — associates and their families, business partners, clients, and the community. MJ’s client base includes local, regional, and national companies in more than 54 countries and in every U.S. state. With offices nationwide, MJ specializes in a diverse selection of client services including commercial and personal insurance, risk management, employee benefits, retirement, compensation, and total rewards consulting. Additional information may be found at www.themjcos.com.   

ABOUT THE MJ FOUNDATION  

As the nonprofit arm of The MJ Companies, the MJ Foundation aims to give back to the communities in which MJ associates live and work. From charitable donations and drives to hands-on experiences, the MJ Foundation supports local organizations in alignment with the four cornerstones of its mission: overcoming poverty, advancing education, fostering diversity, and embracing humanity.