Educational Service Centers Risk Funding Trust (ESCRFT)

ESCRFT is a Property and Casualty trust where 70+ school corporations pool their collective insured assets to purchase best-in-class coverage at competitive prices. The standard insurance market for K12 schools is very limited – ESCRFT offers a unique option for Indiana schools. By pooling resources, ESCRFT can access markets that do not traditionally write schools - meaning that each renewal we are creating competition for the business which helps keep pricing in check and coverage at a high level. Additionally, ESCRFT’s many wrap-around services are designed to meet the unique needs of our members. In summary, ESCRFT has the flexibility to adjust our program based on member needs and industry trends, while simultaneously providing long-term stability in a difficult insurance marketplace.

ESCRFT Details (Flyer)

Program Administrator

As of October 1, 2014 Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is now the Property & Casualty Service Team. Based in Carmel, Indiana they provide a local service team, program administration, and loss control section and are immediately available to ESCRFT members. Gallagher has a high standard for responsiveness for ESCRFT members. More information is available at to www.escrft.com

Claims Administrator

JWF Specialty Company, Inc., based in Indianapolis, serves as ESCRFT’s Claims Service Team Administrator. JWF Specialty provided a custom-designed program for ESCRFT that includes early intervention, thorough investigation, and continuous communication. The company provides 24 hour claims administration to ESCRFT’s members. For more information, go to www.jwfspecialty.com
To speak to a claims specialist, call toll free: 800-860-3596.

Legal Services

Legal services are provided to ESCRFT by W. James Hamilton, an attorney with the firm of Bose, McKinney & Evans LLP in Indianapolis. One of the most respected trust attorneys in Indiana, Jim has wide experience with public sector trusts in Indiana and Illinois, and has provided legal services to ESCRFT since its earliest formative stage. More information is available at JHamilton@boselaw.com.

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