INDIANAPOLIS (July 16, 2024) – The MJ Companies, a leading financial services firm for over 60 years, hosted its second annual Benefit at the Brickyard Golf Scramble fundraiser last week on behalf of its non-profit arm, the MJ Foundation. The event was held at the famed Brickyard Crossing in Indianapolis and brought together over 100 industry partners, employees and friends. This year’s fundraiser proved to be a remarkable success, setting a new record for the Foundation by raising more than $135,000.

The primary objective of the MJ Foundation is to make a positive impact on local communities. To this end, the MJ Foundation will allocate the 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.

Last year alone, the Foundation donated over $125,000 and awarded grants to local non-profits in the greater Indianapolis, Phoenix and Denver communities, including Indy Book Project (Ind.), Kitchen on the Street (Ariz.) and Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT) (Colo.).

“The success of this year’s event is further proof of the power of our Purpose when we come together to be an intentional, active force for good,” said Michael H. Bill, CEO of The MJ Companies and Founder of the MJ Foundation. “I am humbled to see the community come together to help us support the organizations in our communities who are doing such important work for those in need. Because of the support of our donors and partners, our impact will continue to grow, and we will continue to make a difference when it’s needed most.”

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

“The tournament was a huge success. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we now get to award more and larger grants than we ever have before,” said Britni Shrout, Chief Marketing Officer at The MJ Companies and Executive Director of the MJ Foundation. “We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors including, Ennabl, RT Specialty, Anthem, Westfield, Stealth Partner Group, HealthJoy, Leaf Software Solutions, Independent Senior Insurance, CNA, Truescripts, Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP, New York Life, Paylocity, Amerisure and Travelers for their invaluable support in making this event possible. Through their partnership, we are able to put our Purpose into action, and make a greater difference in the communities we call home.”

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 in Denver, Indianapolis, and Phoenix, 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.  

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.