Insurance for Nonprofits in California

Nonprofits in California need reliable liability and property insurance.

Join the thousands of California nonprofits like yours that are insured by Nonprofits Insurance Alliance (NIA).

NIA itself is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, just like you.

Questions? Call (831) 621-6037.

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Insured by NIA:
Family Builders by Adoption
Oakland, CA

NIA is proud to be a member of California organizations that support nonprofits!

NIA participates in the following California organizations:

Questions? Call (831) 621-6037.

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Benefits to nonprofits in California.

NIA has been insuring 501(c)(3) nonprofits in California since 1989.

Here are some key benefits NIA offers nonprofits:

  • Fair & Equitable Pricing. Pricing is based on your organization’s own level of risk.
  • Stability & Reputation. Rated A- Excellent by AM Best
  • Empathy & Transparency. NIA understands nonprofits, because NIA itself is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
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25,000+
nonprofits are insured by NIA.
95%
of members renew year after year.
30+ Years
providing nonprofits a stable source of insurance with fair and equitable pricing.
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Featured testimonials:

Novato, CA

“Most insurance companies only contact you when they want a payment. NIAC stays in touch all year long with communications relevant for nonprofits, frequently offering additional services and/or helpful information. How refreshing!”

North Bay Children’s Center Mary Ann Hovis

San Diego, CA

“NIA has made insurance easy for us since 1990! At Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County, we host a variety of events and activities for our Bigs and Littles. NIA keeps us fully covered, and ensures we are in line with all requirements and compliance needs. NIA provides simple, effective service and lets us focus on making meaningful matches that ignite the power and promise of youth. Our vision is for all youth to achieve their full potential. NIA helps us do that.”

Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Tina Rose

Garden Grove, CA

“NIA’s webinars and employment advice have saved us thousands of dollars annually and have helped us manage our workforce ethically and compliantly. They offer sound and qualified advice and are always accessible, even at the most pressing times.”

Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove Mark Surmanian, M.B.A.
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