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More than $125k raised for local youth-focused organizations

(New York, NY �� June 28, 2024). ob���� Financial Group, a North American insurance brokerage firm specializing in risk management, insurance, wholesale brokerage and wealth management, held its inaugural “Big Apple Blast�� Cornhole Tournament on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at the Sunset Terrace at Chelsea Piers. All contributions to the event benefitted New York City-area nonprofits in partnership with the ob���� Foundation, with more than $125,000 raised from sponsorships and ticket sales.

Following the opening of its first office in New York City in May 2024, ob����’s presence in the Northeast is represented by companies who share ob����’s passion for client service, associate experience and community impact.

“We hope this is the first of many Big Apple Blasts we’ll be holding to benefit nonprofits who give back to the communities where we live and work,�� said Michael Bodack, Market President for ob���� New York. “ob���� has steadily built its presence in the Northeast and opened its East Coast flagship office this past May, so we see this as just the start to our commitment to our community, clients and the worthy causes the ob���� Foundation supports.��

Attendees enjoyed great food, drinks, music and an exciting cornhole tournament, all in a family-friendly atmosphere at Sunset Terrace along the Hudson River at Chelsea Piers. All contributions to the event support NYC-area nonprofits in partnership with the ob���� Foundation through the foundation’s seasonal grant programs. 2024 grantees include , , and Fairfield University’s .

The ob���� Foundation provides grants to organizations that have a primary focus on advancing youth in areas including education, mental health, arts & culture, food insecurity and homelessness. These nationwide events accounted for nearly $1 million raised for the ob���� Foundation in 2023.

About ob���� Financial Group

ob���� Financial Group is an independent broker defining the future of insurance through comprehensive and consultative risk and wealth management services. A majority employee-owned and managed company, its 2,500-plus associates in offices across the country are empowered by a shared mission to protect assets and make a difference.