TPA Adds Coverage for Social Service Organizations

East Providence, RI (October 1, 2007) - Troy, Pires and Allen Insurance (TPA) announced today the addition of certain insurance coverages for social service and non-profit agencies to their comprehensive list of personal and commercial lines coverage. TPA will offer the program through Selective Insurance Company of South Carolina and Selective Insurance Company of the Southeast, both of which are rated “A+” (Superior). Selective Insurance Group, Inc., a holding company for seven property and casualty insurance companies, including Selective Insurance Company of South Carolina and Selective Insurance Company of the Southeast, is  ranked as the 46th largest P&C insurance group in the United States by A.M. Best Co.

According to Bill Allen, TPA partner, “social service organizations have been calling us for a specialized program to meet their specific challenges.  We are happy to make this coverage available at an affordable rate, especially since charitable organizations in our area do so much good for our communities.”

Intended for non-profits such as child development programs, counseling centers, development disabilities programs, drug and alcohol programs, hospice and mental health agencies, seniors, special needs schools, and vocational rehabilitation, the program addresses the unique risks associated with human service organizations. Coverages range from commercial property and auto to general liability and large umbrella policies, up to $10 million.

“Social service organizations have a strong desire to protect the safety and property of their employees and clients, as well as their volunteers, and this program can help them to do just that,” comments Allen.

More information about the social service programs is available at www.tpallc.com or by calling Bill Allen at 401-431-9200 x 118.

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Troy, Pires & Allen, LLC (TPA) is an Independent Insurance Agency and a member of the IIARI. TPA has access to a number of companies and a wide variety of plans and programs for individuals, and home and business owners. Offering one-stop shopping for a full range of insurance products, TPA strives to offer the best combined coverage, service and price. Founded in 1936, TPA is located in East Providence, RI, and has strong customer and community ties.

Selective Insurance Group, Inc., is a holding company for seven property and casualty insurance companies rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best. Through independent agents, the insurance companies offer primary and alternative market insurance for commercial and personal risks, and flood insurance underwritten by the National Flood Insurance Program. Other subsidiaries of the company provide claims, human resources and risk management services. Selective maintains a website at www.selective.com. Descriptions herein are summaries only and not solicitations to buy or offers to sell insurance. Please refer to the actual policies for complete details of coverage, exclusions and limitations. Policy issuance is subject to underwriting approval. Coverage availability varies by jurisdiction and may not be available in all areas.