About UFG
Trusted insurance solutions since 1946
UFG Insurance was founded on a belief that the insurance business is a people business — a principle that still anchors us today.
With a geographic presence from coast to coast, UFG is here for you with deep underwriting expertise and specialized capabilities to meet the evolving needs of business owners. Underpinning our commitment to customers is a dedication to service that exceeds expectations and an emphasis on personal relationships that can be hard to find in today’s fast-paced world.
We’re proud to provide insurance solutions from UFG headquarters in Iowa and office locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Jersey and Texas. Our products are available exclusively through a select group of approximately 850 independent insurance agencies and brokers across the United States. Learn about our legacy.
Turn to UFG for:
- Commercial insurance in 32 states through business units of:
- Middle market
- Construction
- Small business
- Excess and surplus lines and surety bonds in 50 states plus Washington D.C. through business units of:
- UFG Specialty
- UFG Surety
- Reinsurance that spans the globe through the alternative distribution unit
UFG welcomes independent insurance agents to explore a rewarding partnership with us.
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Corporate responsibility
At UFG, our purpose is rooted in deeper responsibilities than ink reflects on paper. The promises we strive to keep in the business world parallel those we pledge to our communities, employees and environment.
DE&I
We aim to foster a culture of belonging, where everyone is welcome, respected and appreciated. That commitment is reinforced through a variety of DE&I initiatives.
UFG Foundation
The private foundation of UFG Insurance has put profits to work for a higher purpose since 1999, building upon our mission’s promise of community support.
Vision, mission, values
At our fundamental core is a vision that inspires us, a mission that motivates us and a strong set of values that defines us.Go Beyond award
Each year, UFG proudly celebrates an employee and agency partner who goes above and beyond in community service.
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UFG Foundation awards $80,000 in additional grants to mark company’s 80th anniversary
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of UFG Insurance, the UFG Foundation has proudly awarded $80,000 in special anniversary grants to nonprofits recommended by the company’s employees. These grants are being provided in addition to the foundation’s regular grant cycles.
UFG employees across the country had the opportunity to recommend an organization where they actively volunteer to be considered for funding.
"Treating people the right way has been a principle at UFG for 80 years and counting," said Casey Prince, UFG Foundation representative, and assistant vice president and marketing communications manager at UFG. "We couldn’t think of a better way to honor this legacy than by awarding a total of $80,000 to nonprofits recommended by our employees."
Eligible organizations were invited to apply for anniversary funding. Grant recipients represent a range of missions in Eastern Iowa and elsewhere in the state, as well as California and Louisiana.
Anniversary grant recipients were:
- Cedar Valley Humane Society
- Central City Fire Department
- Chorale Midwest
- Eastern Iowa Health Center
- Friends of Iowa CASA and ICFCRB
- Junior League of Cedar Rapids, Inc.
- Kids First Law Center
- Ladies for Purple Scholars Foundation, Louisiana
- Matthew 25
- Moms of Elk Grove, California
- Save CR Heritage
- The Arc of East Central Iowa
- Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families
- YPN
"These nonprofits perform work that our employees hold close to their hearts," Prince said. "Our employees invest valuable time in causes that matter to them, and the UFG Foundation is proud to support those efforts through these anniversary grants."
The UFG Foundation is currently accepting applications for its regular grant cycle ending Aug. 31, 2026. Guidelines and application information are online at ufginsurance.com/foundation.
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About UFG
Founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company, UFG, through its insurance company subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of writing property and casualty insurance. The company is licensed as a property and casualty insurer in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, and is represented by approximately 850 independent agencies. AM Best assigns a rating of “A-” (Excellent) for members of the United Fire & Casualty Group. For more information about UFG, visit www.ufginsurance.com.
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