Business Details
43 Years
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Emergency
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Specialized Insurance for Houses of Worship & Nonprofits
We are a dedicated insurance agency with over four decades of experience serving houses of worship and nonprofit organizations. Since 1983, we have tailored comprehensive insurance solutions to address the unique risks these entities face, combining personalized service with specialized expertise. Our approach integrates thorough risk assessments, customized coverage, and access to a network of industry professionals in legal, HR, and security fields. We prioritize proactive risk management tools, including child abuse prevention training, workplace harassment prevention, and security consulting.Our commitment to accessibility and efficiency is exemplified by direct executive support and a team-focused culture that values community, service, and innovation. With exclusive partnerships and a regional focus on the Southwest, we deliver cost-effective, reliable protection while consistently earning client trust through transparency and results-driven service.
Services
Insurance for Houses of Worship
Nonprofit Insurance
Risk Management Solutions
Security Consulting
Child Abuse Prevention Training
HR & Employment Law Consulting
Workplace Harassment Prevention Training
Legal Guidance
Financial Consulting
Webinars & Training
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in insurance for houses of worship and nonprofits.
- We provide complimentary access to experts in legal, HR, and security fields.
- We offer AB 506-compliant child abuse prevention plans and peer abuse prevention training.
- We guarantee direct executive support for service concerns through our Vice President.
- Our tailored coverage saves clients money while addressing specific risk exposures.
What people say
Knowledgeable team
Quick response times
Unique needs understanding
Guidance excellence
Decades-long partnership
Services
Insurance for Houses of Worship
We provide specialized insurance coverage tailored for churches and religious institutions. Our policies address unique risks such as property damage, liability, and sexual abuse claims while ensuring cost-effective protection. Clients receive access to industry-specific risk management tools and partnerships with legal, HR, and security experts to enhance safety and compliance. This service helps houses of worship safeguard their people, property, and missions with customized solutions developed over four decades of experience in the sector.
Nonprofit Insurance
Our nonprofit insurance solutions cater to diverse organizations including schools, food banks, and cultural institutions. Coverage includes property, liability, and workers' compensation protections designed for operations like daycare centers and community service programs. Policyholders benefit from complimentary access to HR professionals, legal advisors, and security consultants to address regulatory requirements and operational risks. This service supports nonprofits in maintaining financial stability and mission continuity while navigating industry-specific challenges such as AB 506 compliance and workplace harassment prevention.
Security Consulting
We offer security consulting services to help organizations develop comprehensive safety protocols for their premises and congregants. Our experts provide vulnerability assessments, crisis response plans, and active shooter training with specialized focus on house of worship security. Clients receive self-assessment guides and access to professionals with decades of law enforcement experience to implement effective emergency management strategies. This service strengthens organizational preparedness while reducing liability through proactive risk mitigation tailored to nonprofit and religious institutions.
Child Abuse Prevention Training
Our child abuse prevention programs include MinistrySafe certifications and AB 506-compliant training materials designed to reduce sexual abuse risks. These solutions feature background checks, awareness courses, and resource kits developed by legal experts in abuse prevention. Policyholders receive discounted rates on membership fees and comprehensive tools for implementing preventive measures. This service helps organizations meet regulatory requirements while creating safer environments for children and vulnerable adults through education and systematized reporting protocols.
HR & Employment Law Consulting
We provide HR and employment law support through partnerships with platforms like Mineral and legal professionals specializing in nonprofit sectors. Services include policy development, compliance guidance, and training on topics such as California labor laws for religious employers. Clients access employee handbooks, state/federal compliance resources, and direct consultations to address staffing challenges. This service helps organizations maintain legal compliance while improving workplace practices through expert-backed tools and real-time advisory support.
People
Kirk Riddle
Vice President/Director of Operations
Kirk Riddle leads operations with a focus on accessibility and efficiency, ensuring client concerns receive direct executive attention. His leadership maintains service excellence standards established since the company's founding in 1983.
Travis Tjepkema
President
As President, Travis Tjepkema oversees strategic direction while maintaining the company's founding commitment to personalized service for houses of worship and nonprofit organizations across the Southwest region.
Jeff Ito
Insurance Consultant
Jeff Ito applies over 25 years of insurance expertise to provide tailored solutions for clients, combining technical knowledge with deep understanding of nonprofit and religious organizations' unique risk profiles.
Tabitha Duenas
Human Resources Director
Tabitha Duenas leads HR initiatives with SHRM-certified expertise, connecting clients with valuable resources and ensuring compliance through specialized training programs for nonprofit and religious employers.
Jeffrey Kearnan
Security Consultant
Jeffrey Kearnan brings 32 years of law enforcement experience to security consulting, specializing in active shooter response, site assessments, and safety planning for houses of worship and nonprofit organizations.
Questions
What insurance coverage options do you offer?
We provide property, liability, and workers' compensation insurance tailored for houses of worship and nonprofits, including specialized protections for sexual abuse prevention and security risks.
How do I request a quote?
Start by completing our online form or contacting us directly. We aim to respond within one business day with customized coverage options.
Do you serve organizations outside California?
Yes, we primarily serve California and Nevada while providing complementary resources like risk management tools to organizations nationwide.
What after-hours emergency support do you offer?
Call our main line and follow voicemail prompts for urgent situations requiring immediate insurance assistance outside regular business hours.
What risk management resources come with policies?
Policyholders receive discounted background checks, security assessment tools, HR platform access, and AB 506-compliant training materials as part of our value-added services.
How do you support compliance for religious employers?
We provide California labor law updates, workplace harassment training, and HR consulting tailored specifically for religious organizations' legal requirements.
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