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A history of delivering superior products and services, exceptional customer service and compassionate claims administration.

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The Allstate Benefits Story

We believe that everyone should have the option of quality, affordable insurance from a company they trust.

1931

Founding of Allstate Insurance Company

Allstate Insurance Company founded with the backing of Sears, Roebuck & Co.

1950

"You're in good hands®"

"You're in good hands®" slogan created

Operating under the trusted Allstate name, we experienced rapid growth through product diversification, strategic partnerships and a steadfast commitment to our customers.

1956

American Heritage Life Created

American Heritage Life (AHL) Insurance Company founded in Jacksonville, Florida

1976

Helping Hands

Allstate creates Helping Hands, its program supporting charitable donations and volunteering among employees

1983

Universal Life Insurance

AHL offers Universal Life Insurance for the first time

1998

Group Cancer Insurance

AHL introduces Group Cancer Insurance, a first in the supplemental insurance industry

1998

AHL becomes Allstate Benefits

AHL acquired by Allstate Insurance Company

2003

Critical Illness Insurance

Allstate Benefits offers its industry-leading Critical Illness Insurance product

2007

Life Events Coverage

Allstate Benefits pioneers "life events" coverage with Universal Life

2010

MyBenefits

MyBenefits customer portal launched

2016

$1 Billion in Annual Premium

$1B in annual premium eclipsed

2021

National General Acquisition

Allstate Benefits expands its portfolio to include self-funded medical coverage and services, with The Allstate Corporation's acquisition of National General

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