SAN FRANCISCO, June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Esurance, the direct-to-consumer personal auto insurance company, discussed its ongoing support of Girls Inc. of the Island City. Esurance was the Silver Circle Sponsor of the organization's 8th annual Women Who Dare event entitled, "Her True Voice." Esurance's Senior Copywriter, Jessica Guerin, was honored as a woman who dares to be "strong, smart, and bold," the Girls Inc. motto.

Guerin was recognized for her commitment to the community. She consistently volunteers at community-focused events organized by Esurance and in her private life, and her efforts have helped raise thousands of dollars for cancer research. Esurance also provides pro bono services to its non-profit partners, for which Guerin has also devoted hours of writing time. For her part, Guerin was thrilled with the honor, stating, "With so many talented and giving women at Esurance, I was touched to be singled out for my efforts."

The Women Who Dare Awards is Girls Inc.'s signature event. Girls from the Island City center go through the award-winning Best Foot Forward program -- a month of workshops on interviewing, script writing, presentation, and etiquette -- to prepare for the event, where they present awards to 3 women and 3 girls who follow their dreams and dare to be leaders. In addition, the organization recognizes the achievements of everyday "Women Who Dare" from the community, including Guerin.

The event is also an opportunity for Girls Inc. to thank their major sponsors, including Esurance. Over the years, Esurance has provided financial support for the organization's ongoing speaker series, covering such topics as science education, media literacy, and sports opportunities for girls.

Guerin summed up the experience by saying, "After every Girls Inc. event, I always leave feeling inspired by the incredible women who participate. It also makes me very proud to work at a company like Esurance that plays such a positive role in our community."

About Esurance(R)

Esurance, a subsidiary of White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. (NYSE:WTM), provides personal auto insurance direct to consumers online and through select online agents. Esurance is dedicated to constantly improving the way people shop for, buy, and manage their auto insurance. By combining the best of technology with industry know-how, Esurance is able to offer hassle-free coverage with 24/7 customer service and claims handling at competitive prices.

Through Esurance's Web site, http://www.esurance.com, customers can get instant quotes, view comparison quotes, buy an Esurance policy, and print their proof of insurance card -- all in minutes. Esurance also offers policyholders the ability to make policy changes and file claims instantly online, demonstrating its commitment to improving the entire insurance process from quote to claim. Esurance is proud to support our communities through charitable involvement that benefits public health, youth outreach, and the environment.

About Girls Inc. of the Island City

Girls Incorporated of the Island City is an affiliate of the national organization Girls Inc. Since 1964, Girls Inc. of the Island City has provided the only program in Alameda designed specifically for girls at the Girls and Teens Center, where girls are challenged to explore science, math and computers, examine how money is earned and invested, and to ask questions about and take leadership roles in the world. Girls Inc. also offers childcare for both girls and boys at seven elementary schools around Alameda, including Bay Farm, Earhart, Edison, Franklin, Lum, Otis, and Paden. For more information about Girls Inc., call (510) 521-1743 or visit our website at http://www.girlsincislandcity.org.

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