The Murray Insurance has been awarded a $10,000 donation to benefit WATCH, Inc., a nonprofit empowering adults with special needs through creativity, community, and purpose. The funds will help WATCH expand its creative programming, cover publishing costs for future books, and purchase adaptive equipment and supplies for recreational and life skills activities — further empowering adults with special needs to thrive.

Initially, The Murray Insurance received a $5,000 donation through the Liberty Mutual® and Safeco Insurance® 2025 Make More Happen™ Awards program for its partnership with WATCH. After their story was featured on the Make More Happen microsite (agentgiving.com/murray-insurance-agency), the community rallied with more than 500 votes and comments, triggering a matching donation and bringing the total to $10,000.

“Whether it’s protecting a milestone purchase or seeing a passion come to life, our agency knows how special it is to see hard work pay off,” said Jason Billington, owner of The Murray Insurance Agency. “We’ve witnessed our WATCH Writers Club publish its first book, WATCH ME, and even surprised a student songwriter by turning his lyrics into a recorded song, performed live at a holiday party. Seeing the pride and joy on participants’ faces is a beautiful reminder of the profound impact small acts of kindness can have.”

Billington and his wife first brought their talents as writers to WATCH, Inc., co-leading the nonprofit’s weekly Writers Club, where adults with special needs craft and publish their own works. Participants have gained confidence and creativity as they are empowered to share their voices. Beyond writing, agency employees volunteer regularly with WATCH clients, playing pickleball, joining recreational activities, and forming meaningful friendships.

The Murray Insurance Agency also provides ongoing support through annual donations and community outreach, leveraging local media, including Jason’s co-hosted morning radio show, “Mornings in Murray” on WNBS, to raise awareness of WATCH’s projects and published works, ensuring the nonprofit’s mission stays top of mind year-round.

“Recognizing independent agents’ dedication to their communities and nonprofit partners is what the Make More Happen Awards are all about,” said Amy Holley, Senior Territory Manager, Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance. “The Murray Insurance Agency’s deep commitment to WATCH is a testament to the impact that can happen when local businesses and nonprofits join forces.”

Throughout 2025, Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance will select up to 36 independent agencies nationwide for a Make More Happen Award, donating up to $360,000 to nonprofits they support. Agencies become eligible for the award by submitting applications highlighting their commitment to a specific cause.