At SOAR365, our mission of creating life-fulfilling opportunities for individuals with disabilities is greatly supported by the generosity of our donors. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Matt Davis, Senior Vice President of McGriff Insurance, a dedicated supporter of SOAR365 for nearly a decade. Read the Q&A below to learn more about Davis’s journey as a donor and advocate for our mission.
Q: What is your name and where in the Greater Richmond area are you located?
A: My name is Matt Davis, and I work with McGriff Insurance, located in Short Pump.
Q: How long have you been a donor to SOAR365?
A: Approximately 10 years.
Q: How did you first learn about SOAR365?
A: McGriff has worked with SOAR365 as their benefits broker since 2012. During our partnership, McGriff and I have developed a relationship with the leadership and employees at SOAR365, which has allowed us to gain insight into the important work being done on behalf of the organization’s clients.
Q: What inspired you to support SOAR365 as a donor, and how does our mission align with your values?
A: It’s not one individual reason that has driven us to get involved from a donor perspective. Over the years, our involvement has been through meeting the various leaders and employees who are thoughtfully dedicated to helping people with disabilities. Additionally, we have met some of SOAR365’s program participants, staff, and family members who have benefited from SOAR365’s hard work and selfless dedication. There is truly so much need for SOAR365’s programs in our community, and we try to do our small part to help make a difference.
Q: How can donors support the nonprofits they care about beyond financial contributions?
A: As far as McGriff and I are concerned, our giving of financial contributions is only part of our responsibility to our community. Providing support through volunteering is crucial to SOAR365’s success. I have enjoyed being part of fundraising but also have enjoyed helping set up for the Ladybug Fund Winetasting and Silent Auction over the years. No matter how I have been involved with giving my time, it has been rewarding and a privilege to participate!
Q: What advice would you give to other prospective donors who have not taken the leap to give just yet?
A: McGriff and I started out small, participating as a base-level sponsor for Ladybug or donating time for team activities to support SOAR365. Our giving and involvement grew in time, as we saw firsthand the impact that it was having. Any amount of help—whether financial or through volunteering—will be greatly appreciated, and you will be directly supporting SOAR365 and the people served by this great organization. Don’t wait—get involved!
McGriff Insurance is a leading provider of insurance, risk management, and employee benefits solutions, serving businesses and individuals across the country. With a strong commitment to community involvement and customer-focused service, McGriff works to provide innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients. Learn more at www.mcgriff.com.
At SOAR365, we are incredibly grateful for donors like Matt Davis and McGriff Insurance, who make our mission possible. Their generosity and commitment help us continue providing essential services to individuals with disabilities.
To learn more about how you can donate to SOAR365, visit https://soar365.org/how-to-help/ways-to-give/donate.