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 Saint Paul, MN – April 11, 2024 – Wallin Education Partners is proud to receive an investment from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life) to support financial security in the Twin Cities. The $450,000 investment spans three years and will help double the number of scholars served and strengthen the comprehensive support available to scholars, including advising, wrap-around services, and internships. “We are very grateful and appreciative of this generous gift from Allianz Life. With so much uncertainty surrounding college and early-career transitions, Wallin’s role in meeting the variable needs of our scholars has never been more critical,” said Mohamed Sallam, President and CEO of Wallin Education Partners. “This growing and committed partnership with Allianz Life will help us deliver on our shared vision to offer lasting and transformational change to our scholars, their families, and communities.” “We’re honored to support Wallin’s mission and to collaborate to help them address our community’s needs,” said Kenna Poppler, director of community engagement, Allianz Life. “Our hope is that this larger, multi-year commitment will allow Wallin Education Partners to explore innovative programs and solutions that will make a difference in the lives of many for generations to come.” For more than 30 years, Wallin Education Partners has supported scholars as they achieve college and career success. By providing financial aid, advising, career development, and a strong community, students are significantly more likely to graduate from college and successfully transition into the workforce. These grants are part of Allianz Life’s community engagement program to strengthen the future of the Twin Cities community by reducing barriers to economic inclusion at all stages of life. Brought together under the umbrella, Allianz for Tomorrow, it includes all corporate grant making and employee volunteerism activities. About Wallin Education Partners Wallin Education Partners provides the financial aid, advising, and access scholars need to rise. Serving high-potential students from low-income backgrounds, Wallin is one of the most effective programs in the country, helping scholars not only get to college but graduate and begin meaningful careers. Students attend more than 80 colleges nationwide with a six-year graduation rate of 84%. With more than 6,000 alumni, Wallin Scholars are building more equitable, diverse, and vibrant communities. About Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, one of the Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies®, has been trusted since 1896 to help millions of Americans prepare for financial uncertainties and retirement with a variety of innovative risk management solutions. In 2023, Allianz Life provided additional value to its policyholders via distributions of more than $13.73 billion. As a leading provider of fixed index annuities, registered index-linked annuities, and fixed index universal life insurance, Allianz Life is part of Allianz SE, a global leader in the financial services industry with approximately 157,000 employees in more than 70 countries. Allianz Life is a proud sponsor of Allianz Field® in St. Paul, Minnesota, home of Major League Soccer’s Minnesota United. Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2024
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