The Almoner
The Almoner is an historic role within Livery Companies and the WCI’s Almoner is on hand to support and advise members.
The Almoner of the company oversees the well-being of the members, in particular those who may be suffering from serious illness or are isolated. He can provide a vital channel for communication and facilitate mutual support. In cases of real need, limited financial support can be provided though this is more the function of the Insurance Charities (see below) whose resources for this purpose are much larger.
The current Almoner is David Sales, a Past Master, and he can be contacted by email.
The Insurance Charity
Life can be challenging for many people, and those working in insurance are no exception.
The Insurance Charity offers financial support and practical guidance to current and former insurance professionals in the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands.
Established in the City of London in 1902 as The Insurance Clerks Orphanage, there have been a few name changes and mergers over the years, but its mission has stayed the same, to support insurance people and their families when they need it most.
Last year it awarded almost £700k to support insurance people facing challenging circumstances, helping to fund property adaptations, funeral expenses, furniture, day-to-day essential costs, and household appliances.
It is an independent charity, applicants do not need to be members of an insurance related body or association, and all applications are handled in the strictest confidence. Employment within the industry can be/have been in any role and is not restricted to specific insurance careers such as underwriting or broking. It doesn’t matter how long you have spent in the industry and working and non-working people can apply.
If you would like to find out more about our membership please click here.
Further information on membership can be obtained from the Clerk to the Company at