California Casualty has delivered $1,000 Thomas R. Brown Athletic Grants to educators at 10 public middle and high schools across five states to help support their school sports program(s). Since its inception in 2010, the Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant Program has helped fund burdened athletic programs in 773 public schools across the nation.
Named in honor of Tom Brown, an ardent sports enthusiast and California Casualty Chairman Emeritus, the Thomas R. Brown Athletic Grant reflects his conviction that the values cultivated on the field—such as teamwork, trust, communication, and confidence—extend far beyond sports, enriching academic and personal development. Athletic programs play a pivotal role in shaping students’ character, fostering well-rounded individuals who excel both in the classroom and in life.
California Casualty recognizes the vital role of youth sports in promoting children’s physical and mental well-being. We are delighted to announce that the 2024/2025 Athletic Grants will support the following initiatives:
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- Diablo High School – Concord, California – Girls Volleyball
- Natomas High School – Sacramento, California – Swim Team
- Paramount High School – Paramount, California – Girls Flag Football
- San Benancio Middle School – Salinas, California – Wrestling and Soccer
- Tahquitz High School – Hemet, California – Cross Country
- Aurora Frontier P-8 – Aurora, Colorado – Boys & Girls Basketball
- Carmody Middle School – Lakewood, Colorado – Carmody Bike Club
- Post Falls High School – Post Falls, Idaho – Track and Field
- Lebanon High School – Lebanon, Oregon – Unified Basketball
- Laramie Middle School – Laramie, Wyoming – Middle School Athletic Programs
Congratulations to all of our 2024/2025 grant recipients!
Applicant: Taylor Thompson
Athletic Program: Girls Volleyball
Applicant: Amanda Connelly
Athletic Program: Swim Team
Applicant: Monique Reed
Athletic Program: Girls Flag Football
Applicant: Phillip Snell
Athletic Program: Wrestling and Soccer
Applicant: Shelly Hannah
Athletic Program: Cross Country
Applicant: Leila Malsam
Athletic Program: Boys & Girls Basketball
Applicant: Rob Wright
Athletic Program: Carmody Bike Club
Applicant: Brian Etchison
Athletic Program: Track and Field
Applicant: Sheridan Echternach
Athletic Program: Unified Basketball
Applicant: Jamie Simmons
Athletic Program: Middle School Athletic Programs
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