Fortitude Re Donates $200,000 to Cumberland River Compact to Support Environmental Education

Business Wire

HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd., (“Fortitude Re”) today announced a $200,000 donation to the Cumberland River Compact through its Fortitude Re 4 Good community partnership program. The donation was presented during a volunteer tree planting event at Cane Ridge High School.

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James West, Chief Actuary, Fortitude Re and Cumberland River Compact (CRC) Board Member is joined by Fortitude Re volunteers during the check presentation to CRC Executive Director Mekayle Houghton.

During the event, Fortitude Re employees joined volunteers from the Cumberland River Compact to plant native trees and support the region’s long-term sustainability goals. This collaboration highlights the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its ongoing investment in the Nashville community.

“This partnership reflects Fortitude Re’s deep commitment to creating lasting impact where we live and work,” said Amanda Stewart, SVP, Employee Experience and Head of Fortitude Re 4 Good. “By supporting the Cumberland River Compact’s education and restoration initiatives, we’re helping to equip the next generation with the knowledge and resources to protect their environment and ensure a stronger, more sustainable future for our communities.”

The Cumberland River Compact works to enhance the health and enjoyment of the Cumberland River and its streams through environmental education, community engagement, and restoration programs. Fortitude Re’s donation will help expand tree planting and education initiatives across Middle Tennessee, increasing green space, improving water quality, and enhancing environmental awareness in the community.

“Fortitude Re's continued support of the Cumberland River Compact has been transformative,” said Mekayle Houghton, Executive Director, Cumberland River Compact. “Because of their dedication to making environmental education more accessible to youth, even more kids will have the experiences today that will make them environmental stewards of the future. Today’s tree planting unites students, teachers, Compact staff, and Fortitude Re volunteers – because we’re all needed to ensure a future of clean, plentiful water.”

The collaboration with Cumberland River Compact reflects Fortitude Re 4 Good’s focus on long-term community partnerships that enhance learning, promote sustainability, and strengthen local impact. To learn more about Fortitude Re’s mission and commitments to the communities where we live and work, visit https://fortitude-re.com/fortitude-re-4-good/.

About Fortitude Re

Fortitude Re is a leading provider of reinsurance solutions with $105 billion in total assets as of December 31, 2024. The foundations of our business model are our exceptional insurance professionals and the support of the world’s most sophisticated insurance investors, including Carlyle and T&D Insurance Group. Our people, our capital strength and our capabilities drive strategic reinsurance solutions designed to meet our clients’ highest priority goals and to create sustainable, long-term value for our shareholders, our teammates, and the communities in which we operate.

About The Cumberland River Compact

The Cumberland River Compact is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving water quality and environmental health across the Cumberland River Basin. Through hands-on education, community programs, and sustainability partnerships, the Compact engages residents in building a cleaner, more resilient region. Visit cumberlandrivercompact.org for more information.