Sammons Financial Group Continues Strong Charitable Giving, Volunteerism in 2025

Employee-owned company donates nearly $4.6 million and contributes over 11,000 volunteer hours across Midwest locations.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Sammons Financial Group, an employee-owned financial services company, continued its strong commitment to supporting local communities in 2025, donating nearly $4.6 million to charitable organizations and contributing over 11,000 volunteer hours across its Midwest locations.

Why it matters

Sammons Financial Group's dedication to charitable giving and volunteerism reflects its core values as an employee-owned company and its commitment to making a positive impact in the communities where it operates. The company's community support spans a wide range of causes, demonstrating its holistic approach to philanthropy.

The details

In 2025, Sammons Financial Group donated nearly $4.6 million to charitable organizations and its employees contributed more than 11,000 volunteer hours. The company's charitable giving and volunteer efforts were focused on supporting causes such as education, healthcare, hunger relief, homelessness, diversity and inclusion, and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sammons Financial Group's community impact was amplified through its matching gift program, which accounted for a significant portion of the total donations.

  • Throughout 2025, Sammons Financial Group continued its commitment to supporting local communities.

The players

Sammons Financial Group, Inc.

An employee-owned financial services company with offices in the Midwest.

Rob TeKolste

President of Sammons Financial Group.

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What they’re saying

“Giving back remains a core part of who we are as an employee-owned company. Our employees consistently demonstrate generosity through both their financial support and their time, helping us fulfill our purpose to empower futures and change lives in the communities where we live and work.”

— Rob TeKolste, President, Sammons Financial Group

“Each year, I'm inspired by the way our employees continue to show up for their communities. Their commitment makes a meaningful difference, and I'm grateful to everyone who helped us create positive change throughout 2025.”

— Rob TeKolste, President, Sammons Financial Group

The takeaway

Sammons Financial Group's strong commitment to charitable giving and volunteerism, driven by its employee-owned model and core values, has enabled the company to make a significant positive impact in the Midwest communities where it operates.