Sammons Financial Group Surpasses $4.6 Million in Charitable Giving for 2025

Sammons Financial Group, Inc. Demonstrated a strong commitment to community support throughout 2025, donating nearly $4.6 million to charitable organizations and logging over 11,000 volunteer hours from its employees. The company’s philanthropic efforts focused on key areas including education, healthcare, hunger relief, homelessness, diversity and inclusion, and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Community Impact Across Locations

The company’s corporate locations each contributed to the overall charitable impact. The West Des Moines, Iowa, headquarters led contributions with over $1.2 million in donations, alongside 6,500 volunteer hours. The Sioux Falls location followed with $1.1 million in donations and 4,000 volunteer hours.

Employee Engagement and Matching Gifts

Employee participation was significantly amplified through Sammons Financial Group’s matching gift program, which accounted for a substantial portion of the total donations made in 2025. This program encourages employees to support causes they are passionate about, with the company matching their contributions.

Commitment to Core Values

“Giving back remains a core part of who we are as an employee-owned company,” said Rob TeKolste, President of Sammons Financial Group. “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.”

Previous Charitable Initiatives

In October 2025, Sammons Financial Group employees directed $195,000 to local nonprofits. In August 2025, employees directed $175,000 to Iowa charities through the company’s Community Outreach Program, supporting 25 organizations.