Boston, September 17, 2025
News Summary
Boston Mutual Life Insurance Company, based in Canton, Massachusetts, was honored at a regional corporate citizenship awards event for its enduring philanthropic efforts. Ranked #87 among the top charitable contributors in Massachusetts, the company has celebrated its ‘Making An Impact’ initiative’s seventh anniversary, showcasing nearly 1,500 volunteer hours, 800 donations, and over $1.75 million in charitable giving since its inception. This notable recognition has been received for seven consecutive years, reflecting Boston Mutual’s commitment to supporting local nonprofits and community engagement.
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Boston Mutual Life Insurance Company honored at regional corporate citizenship awards; ranks #87 among top charitable contributors in Massachusetts
Boston Mutual Life Insurance Company, headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts, received recognition at a regional corporate citizenship awards program on September 10, 2025, at Big Night Live in Boston. The company was ranked #87 on the program’s list of top charitable contributors in Massachusetts and was acknowledged for the seventh consecutive year for its sustained philanthropic activities.
Key contributions and program metrics
Boston Mutual’s corporate citizenship initiative, Making An Impact, marked its seventh anniversary in May 2025. Since the program began, the company reports nearly 1,500 volunteer hours, more than 800 donations, and over $1.75 million in charitable giving directed to nonprofit causes. Contributions have reached communities in Massachusetts and Nebraska, where the company maintains operating offices, as well as other locations across the United States.
Context within statewide giving
In the prior year, 99 companies met the threshold used by the awards program for top charitable contributors by donating at least $100,000 to Massachusetts-based nonprofits. Collectively, those companies contributed in excess of $416 million in cash to local charitable organizations. Boston Mutual’s placement at #87 places it among a broad group of regional businesses recognized for substantial philanthropic support.
Corporate governance and community priorities
Boston Mutual operates as a mutual insurance company, a structure that the organization identifies as prioritizing the interests of policyholders, producers, employees, and the communities it serves. Corporate information notes continued emphasis on structured volunteer engagement and targeted giving strategies through Making An Impact, aimed at supporting local and regional nonprofit needs.
Event details and recognition timeline
The recognition took place at an awards ceremony on September 10, 2025, at Big Night Live in Boston. This marks the seventh year in a row Boston Mutual has appeared on the awards program’s list, reflecting ongoing and consistent philanthropic activity tracked by the program over multiple years. The company’s program anniversary in May 2025 coincided with internal milestones for volunteer and donation totals.
Where contributions have gone
Reported contributions under Making An Impact have supported a range of charitable causes with geographic reach that includes Massachusetts and Nebraska, reflecting Boston Mutual’s office locations, as well as other U.S. communities. Company reporting indicates a mix of cash contributions, in-kind donations, and employee volunteer engagement as components of its overall philanthropic output.
How this recognition is determined
The awards program tracks corporate giving and recognizes organizations that meet defined contribution thresholds and other criteria established for the awards. For the prior year, the threshold for inclusion among the top contributors was at least $100,000 in donations to Massachusetts-based nonprofits. Rankings on the list are reflective of reported contributions during the program’s measurement period.
Additional company information
Boston Mutual continues to report progress on its corporate citizenship initiative and to document volunteer and donation metrics publicly as part of its community-engagement reporting. Further company information and program details are available through its corporate communications channels.
FAQ
What recognition did Boston Mutual receive?
Boston Mutual was recognized at a regional corporate citizenship awards program on September 10, 2025, and was ranked #87 on the program’s list of top charitable contributors in Massachusetts.
How long has Boston Mutual been recognized?
This is the seventh consecutive year Boston Mutual has been included on the awards list and the company’s corporate citizenship program, Making An Impact, celebrated its seventh anniversary in May 2025.
What are the measurable impacts of the Making An Impact program?
Since inception, Making An Impact has recorded nearly 1,500 volunteer hours, more than 800 donations, and over $1.75 million in charitable contributions.
Where have contributions been directed?
Contributions have supported charitable activities across the United States, including in Massachusetts and Nebraska, where the company has offices.
How does this recognition compare to statewide giving?
In 2024, 99 companies met the awards program’s threshold for top charitable contributors by donating at least $100,000 to Massachusetts-based nonprofits. Together, those companies gave more than $416 million to local charities.
What is Boston Mutual’s corporate structure?
Boston Mutual operates as a mutual company, a structure that places emphasis on the interests of policyholders, producers, employees, and the communities it serves.
Quick reference table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event city | Boston |
| Event date | September 10, 2025 |
| Venue | Big Night Live, Boston |
| Company | Boston Mutual Life Insurance Company |
| Ranking | #87 on the program’s list of top charitable contributors in Massachusetts |
| Years recognized consecutively | 7 |
| Program name | Making An Impact (7th anniversary May 2025) |
| Volunteer hours (since inception) | Nearly 1,500 |
| Donations (since inception) | More than 800 |
| Cash contributions (since inception) | Over $1.75 million |
| Geographic reach | Massachusetts, Nebraska, and other U.S. communities |
| 2024 statewide giving context | 99 companies gave at least $100,000 each; collective giving > $416 million |
| Corporate structure | Mutual company |
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