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Foresters 135th Anniversary Fast Facts
135 years
- ForestersTM is celebrating its 135th anniversary in 2009.
- The theme "Tested by time. Trusted for tomorrow" reflects Foresters strength and endurance, proud tradition, and promise for the future.
- From the start, Foresters has been guided by a very powerful principle: the growth and prosperity of its members and their families are linked to the communities in which they live.
- With a solid foundation of 135 years on which to build, Foresters will continue to grow in the future.
- Visit www.foresters135.com for additional information.
About Foresters
- Founded in 1874 as a fraternal benefit society, Foresters helps individuals and families achieve financial security with its innovative portfolio of affordable life insurance products and annuities.
The Foresters difference
- Foresters is a member-based insurance organization whose customers are members.
- Eligible members are encouraged to participate in the organization's governance matters, vote in the election of Branch Officers and participate in decisions that impact their branch.
- Foresters shares its financial strength with its more than 735,000 members through complimentary member benefits that help eligible members with life, health and education needs, such as critical illness and terminal illness benefits, scholarships and young family member benefits.
- Foresters membership provides opportunities for personal development and social interaction.
Foresters in the community
- Foresters shares its time, talent and financial strength with communities and inspires others to do the same, delivering opportunities to make a difference through community service and volunteering.
- Today, Foresters invests millions in supporting various community causes including Children's Miracle Network in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
- In 2007, Foresters members and employees worldwide volunteered 950,000 hours of their personal time, assisting more than 400 local charities.
To view Foresters historical timeline, click here. 
To access Foresters historical photos, click here.
| Media Contact: |
Irene Shimoda
Director, Public Relations
416 429 3000 ext 4651 or
877 664 6602 (toll free in North America)
Email: ishimoda@foresters.com
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