Compassion Unleashed: Our 2024 Impact Journey
A note from the CEO:
Of all the updates I get to share each year, this one always feels the most meaningful. In 2024, our team showed up like never before—dedicating 3,025 volunteer hours, an 88% increase from last year, and raising $788k for nonprofits, a 56% jump from 2023. These incredible gains didn’t happen by chance. We leaned into promoting our volunteer PTO, teams came together for group activities, and donation drives became a rallying point that united us. From grassroots efforts to nationwide initiatives, we made sure our support reached animals and communities who needed it most. Looking ahead, I’m inspired by how much heart we’ve put into giving back and excited to see how we’ll keep building on this momentum.
-Brian Macias, CEO of Embrace Pet Insurance
Leadership Academy Visit PetFix Northeast Ohio
Happy Trails Volunteer Day
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In 2024, Embrace strengthened its mission to create meaningful change for animals in need. We focused our resources on nonprofits supporting homeless pets while our employees dedicated a record number of hours to causes they care about, amplifying our collective impact.
56% increase from 2023
Neighborhood Pets
Happy Trails Volunteer Day
Down Syndrome Association of NE Ohio
EmbraceCLE 2024 Tailgate
W.A.G.S. 4 Kids American Heart Assoc. Field Day
WINNERS!
EmbraceCLE 2024: A RecordBreaking Year
“When we launched the EmbraceCLE Challenge as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was a small step to support our community during uncertain times. Never in our wildest dreams did we imagine it would grow to this scale, cumulatively raising $1.2 million for Northeast Ohio communities in just five years. Each year, we’ve seen it gain momentum, enabling us to contribute significantly to the vital work of local nonprofits. We’re committed to enhancing this initiative, reaching more organizations, and making an even greater impact in the years to come.”
Rescue Village: Acts on behalf of animals and inspires people to build a more humane community. FIRST PLACE
BIG DOGS:
SECOND PLACE
One of a Kind Pet Rescue:
Dedicated to rescuing pets in danger of euthanasia, providing spay/neuter services, and ensuring homeless animals find loving, permanent homes.
SMALL BUT MIGHTY:
Geauga Mama Dogs and Pups: Focuses on the care and rescue of pregnant dogs, mother dogs with litters, and puppies under six months old.
- Amber Batteiger, Embrace’s PR & Communications Manager
Cleveland Angels: Walks alongside children and families in the foster care community by providing consistent support through giving, relationship-building, and mentorship. SECOND PLACE
THIRD PLACE
Red Oak Camp: Develops campers’ inner strengths through outdoor exploration and adventure.
THIRD PLACE
Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland: Enriches, improves, and advocates for the lives of Cleveland’s homeless dogs.
The Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship
Embrace is dedicated to expanding its mission of helping homeless pets in shelters by investing in the future of veterinary medicine. Embrace partnered with the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) to award $5,000 scholarships to five veterinary students who plan to pursue careers in shelter medicine after graduation. For more information on the Embrace Pet Insurance Veterinary Scholarship, click here
“This scholarship enables me to pursue my dreams in shelter medicine and serve the communities that need it most. It inspires me to work tirelessly to improve animal welfare and create lasting, positive impacts on the lives of pets and their families.”
“It is an honor to receive a scholarship that supports my passion for providing veterinary care to animals in need, whether through high-volume spay and neuter services or expanding access to veterinary care in rural communities. This award helps to alleviate the financial burden of my education and represents an investment in my vision for a future where the well-being of all animals is recognized and prioritized.”
“Being the recipient of the Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship from the AVMF is an incredible honor and profound affirmation of my dedication to veterinary medicine, particularly my passion for shelter medicine. It represents not only a recognition of my hard work and aspirations, but also a commitment to advancing animal welfare, addressing overpopulation, client education, and strengthening the bond between pets and their families.”
“In addition to helping ease the financial burden that comes with veterinary school, this scholarship will allow me to focus on my education to best serve my future patients, participate in clinics that help improve access to veterinary care for underserved communities, and pursue externship opportunities that will allow me to diversify my experiences within shelter medicine.”
We are delighted that Embrace Pet Insurance has partnered with the AVMF by creating a new scholarship to support veterinary students interested in a career in shelter medicine. We are thankful for Embrace’s commitment to support veterinary students and enable them to pursue the career they desire upon graduation
“This award not only eases the financial burden of completing my final year of veterinary school, but also highlights the critical importance of shelter medicine in our communities. As transition into my veterinary career, I am committed to making this generous gift count through positive, meaningful impacts on animals in need.”
-Dr. Rena Carlson, AVMF Chair and AVMA Immediate Past President
Vanessa Barrios Louisiana State University
Larrea Cottingham
Carla Blain St. George’s University
Sung Ju Hyun
Hannah Brinkman
Embrace in Action: Campaigns & Sponsorships
Giving
#EmbraceYourPets
Woofstock
American Heart Assoc. Field Day
Red Cross Blood Drive
EmbraceCLE 2024
Fostering Hope
Team Embrace
Gives Back
At Embrace Pet Insurance, our commitment to giving back extends across a diverse range of campaigns and sponsorships, reflecting the passions and values of our employees. From supporting animal shelters and rescue organizations to championing community wellness, environmental conservation, and social causes, we empower our team to make an impact in the areas that matter most to them.
“Volunteering at the Pet Resource Center of Kansas City (PRCKC) is incredibly impactful because you see firsthand how their mission—Keeping Pets and People Together™ —changes lives. Knowing that the work we do helps families avoid heartbreaking decisions, like rehoming or euthanasia due to financial challenges, makes every moment spent there meaningful. PRCKC’s unwavering commitment to keeping pets out of shelters and in loving homes is what inspires me to be part of their efforts.”
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Courtney Wallace, Claims Communication Administrator
“I’m grateful for the chance to volunteer with Orphan Resources International, helping meet the immense needs of Guatemala’s 500,000 orphaned children. Working alongside dedicated volunteers, we complete vital construction and maintenance projects for orphanages, witnessing the care and love these children receive. Being a part of this essential work is a highlight of my year.”
- Rachel Hinder, Director of Claims
Habitat for Humanity –Playhouse building
Embrace’s Marketing & Infrastructure teams redefined teamwork by partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland to build two beautiful playhouses for local families!
Acacia Reservation team building
The Claims Adjusters and Admin Team took action at Acacia Reservation in Lyndhurst, OH, removing invasive Callery pear trees to help restore Northeast Ohio’s natural habitats.
Fostering Hope
Embrace spread holiday cheer by supporting Fostering Hope, fulfilling 21 gift lists for children in need and donating 103 gifts to make the season brighter!
Happy Trails
To kick off EmbraceCLE 2024, Embrace staff and participating nonprofits came together for a day of volunteerism at Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, lending a hand to support rescued farm animals and their care.
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Our Embrace team loves volunteering at Rescue Village, a nonprofit animal shelter dedicated to rescuing and rehoming pets in need. They lent a hand by cleaning bowls, folding laundry, tidying kennels, and organizing the space—all while enjoying time with the animals!
Heather Long –Wildlife Rehabilitation
Heather Long, Territory Sales Manager, is passionate about wildlife rehabilitation and serves as a licensed wildlife rehabber, dedicating her time to caring for injured and orphaned animals
Claims
Rescue Village
Pet Resource Center of Kansas City Orphan Resources International
Together, We’re Protecting Pets & Strengthening Communities
At Embrace, protecting pets is at the heart of everything we do. But our mission doesn’t stop at pet insurance—it extends to creating meaningful change in the lives of dogs and cats, their pet parents, and the communities we serve. By choosing Embrace, you’re helping create a brighter future for animals and those who care for them.
Thank you for helping us Embrace what matters most.
Protect Your Pets with Us:
Learn how Embrace can safeguard your furry family members with coverage for unexpected accidents, illnesses, and more here
Partner with Us:
Interested in sponsoring Embrace? Email us here to learn more. Join the Team: Passionate about making a difference for animals? We want to hear from you! Explore career opportunities with Embrace.
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