The Arbella Insurance Group (“Arbella”) is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 24th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon on August 17-18, 2026, at Fenway Park. This signature event benefits the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute by uniting Red Sox fans and the New England community around a shared purpose: striking out cancer, advancing lifesaving research, and supporting cutting-edge care. Along with its presenting sponsorship, the Arbella Insurance Foundation (“Foundation”) will donate $100,000 to the Jimmy Fund.
Since 2002, the Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon has rallied communities and raised more than $80 million, with last year’s event alone raising a record-breaking $5.76 million for Dana-Farber’s groundbreaking cancer programs. Arbella’s partnership has played a pivotal role in this legacy, with the Arbella Insurance Foundation, employees, and independent agents contributing more than $1.7 million to date—a testament to Arbella’s deep-rooted commitment to giving back.
In 2026, the Foundation’s $100,000 contribution supports several initiatives to engage the community in this important fundraising campaign, including:
- “Let’s Strike Out Cancer”: The Foundation will donate $50 for each strike out thrown by a Red Sox pitcher during the season.
- Matching gifts: The Foundation will match Arbella independent agent donations on a $2 for $1 basis, up to $500 maximum per agency. For every donation to the Jimmy Fund by an Arbella employee, the Foundation will match the donation on a $1 for $1 basis.
“For 18 years, Arbella has stood beside Dana-Farber in the fight against cancer,” said Gayle O’Connell, Chief Marketing Officer at Arbella. “The Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon brings so many people together to support Dana-Farber’s efforts to provide care, treatment, and groundbreaking research on finding cures for cancer, and Arbella is honored to be a part of their impact. We look forward to many more years of partnering together.”
Arbella’s support of Dana-Farber extends beyond the Radio-Telethon. To date, Arbella has donated more than $3 million as a dedicated partner through several initiatives throughout the years including a discount program for Massachusetts drivers and the Group’s annual “Pink Day” fundraiser. Additionally, Arbella has the privilege of being Dana-Farber’s exclusive Auto Insurance Partner as well as one of the sponsors of the annual Jimmy Fund Walk, Jimmy Fund Golf, and Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl®.
The telethon’s 36-hour broadcast will feature inspiring stories from Dana-Farber patients, clinicians, and researchers, along with appearances from Red Sox players and local personalities. Arbella’s O’Connell will join the event live at Fenway Park on August 18 to highlight the company’s ongoing dedication to making a difference.
Listeners can tune in to the WEEI Sports Radio Network (93.7 FM in Boston) and the New England Sports Network (NESN) to experience the telethon and contribute. Donations can be made by calling 877-738-1234 or by visiting https://danafarber.jimmyfund.org/site.
About the Arbella Insurance Group
Established in 1988, the Arbella Insurance Group (www.arbella.com) has an AM Best Financial strength rating of A “excellent” and more than $1 billion in revenue and over $2 billion in assets. Headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts, Arbella is a customer-focused, regional property and casualty insurance company, providing commercial insurance products in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and New Hampshire, and personal insurance products in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Recognized as one of the Boston Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” for 18 consecutive years, Arbella is deeply committed to maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Arbella attributes its success to their dedicated employees, strong agent partnerships, and community focus.
About the Arbella Insurance Foundation
The Arbella Insurance Group founded the Arbella Insurance Foundation in 2005. Recognized as one of the Boston Business Journal’s “Top Charitable Contributors” for 18 consecutive years, the mission of Arbella’s Foundation is to engage in activities and to support not-for-profit organizations that have a significant positive impact on the people and communities served by Arbella.
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